ILRI Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
ILRI Communications & Knowledge Management Specialist Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
IntroductionThe International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a communications and knowledge management specialist to develop communications materials and organize communications and knowledge sharing activities of research, outputs and outcomes of the Sustainable Livestock Systems program.
Responsibilities
Establish effective systems and processes to support the program and scientists in promoting and contributing to the impact of the SLS program, ensuring consistency of messages and alignment to the program objectives.
Develop, implement and monitor the program communications strategy, including annual action plans targeting key audiences and outputs.
Manage the production of a stream of public materials generated by the research programs, including regular news and feature blog articles and more occasional research reports, policy briefs, brochures, science posters and multimedia products
Populate program-specific blog sites with content, engaging with the readers of these blogs and with responders to social media content generated by the programs
Help disseminate the programs’ messages and materials through ILRI’s publishing, knowledge sharing and social media channels as well as more widely as needed
Update SLS content on relevant pages of ILRI’s main website and other relevant web portals
Keep track of the online footprint and media mentions of SLS and the ILRI focal points serving the CGIAR research programs on climate change, livestock and policies, working to amplify these where appropriate
Develop program-related materials, such as summaries of research projects, updates of research progress, staff profiles, feature articles and success stories
Help the programs’ researchers/team leaders work with media e.g. organize journalist interviews and staff profiles, and disseminate key messages
Ensure that research publications and other outputs are deposited and indexed in ILRI’s repository and contribute information as needed for ILRI’s online calendar of events and contacts systems
Identify, track and report on a set of performance indicators for communications work in the research program
Contribute to the ILRI-wide communications and KM community of practice, participate in CKM learning, reviewing and planning activities and ensure that these activities follow ILRI standards and agreed channels
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, advertising or related field.
Master’s degree communications or related field will be added advantage;
At least 5 years of progressively advanced experience in relevant communications work with focus on writing, editing, proofreading and design of materials for print and web;
Experience and expertise in: Graphic arts computer programs. Database management. Managing media relations. Publishing software.
Excellent technical/ scientific writing and editing skills.
Experience with international or development oriented organizations.
Expertise in using social media for high impact.
Outstanding written and excellent verbal, English;
Skilled in mainstream computer programs, especially Microsoft Office applications;
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 6th February, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Communications & Knowledge Management Specialist Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
ILRI Statistical Geneticist Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
Responsibilities
Develop tools and guidelines around topical issues affecting AnGR improvement, utilization and development in developing countries based on the data generated and the learnings from on-going projects
Publish research results in peer- reviewed journals, conference proceedings or other public media
Supervise MSc and PhD students from different countries on relevant topics
Support team members in training partners in statistical analyses as part of capacity strengthening of the national and regional breeding programs, especially in data analyses and genomic breeding value predictions
Coordinate and facilitate scientific exchanges with partners from both developed and developing countries to enhance practical skills in improved dairy cattle and enhanced utilization of other livestock species, especially sheep, goats and chickens under low input commercial settings
Contribute to the communication of related livestock genetics and breeding program work at
ILRI work, e.g. through preparation of ILRI publications such as working papers, policy briefs, technical reports, journal publications, conference papers and presentations at relevant fora
Contribute to the running of workshops and meetings for specific projects (ILRI-UNE, SRUC, ADGG, ACGG AVCD)
Qualifications
3 years post-doctoral experience Genetics and Genomics
Strong capabilities in quantitative analysis, with demonstrated experience in mixed model methodologies (especially experience with the use of ASREML), genomic selection and general application of molecular information (genomic tools) in practical animal breeding
Proficiency in at least one statistical package, such as SAS, R or GenStat and in livestock database design, management and use
Familiarity with approaches to achieve data integration, interoperability and visualization;
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate research results in the form of reports or scientific publications
A good track record of scientific publications and resource mobilization
Demonstrated ability to work in team, network, prioritize, deliver under pressure and within set deadlines
Evidence of excellent written and spoken English
Experience in managing field and data analytics teams
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 24th February, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Statistical Geneticist Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
ILRI Economic assessment of substandard and counterfeit veterinary products in Kenya Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
Job Description
International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Consultant to develop a framework to estimate the economic impact of substandard and counterfeit veterinary products in Kenya.
Scope of work
The consultant will develop a framework for calculating the economic cost of the use of counterfeit and substandard veterinary medicines based on literature review of what has been done previously and stakeholder consultations. The framework should include methods of capturing the various cost of using substandard and counterfeit drugs and the assumptions made.
Using the framework, the consultant will then estimate the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products in Isiolo, Marsabit, Garissa and Kiambu counties where data on the prevalence of the use of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products and the volumes of the use of these products has been collected. Other sources of data will also be needed and where data are missing this will be identified.
The consultant will then extrapolate these costs to a national estimate.
Final Products
A report of the analytical framework for calculating the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products
A report of the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products in Isiolo, Garissa, Marsabit and Kiambu counties
A report on the data gaps that could improve the calculation of the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products.
A final technical report that includes the background, methodology, results and conclusions
Consultancy Fee: daily rate
Post location: Home based
Duration: 60 days
Expected places of travel: Isiolo, Marsabit, Garissa and Kiambu
Qualifications
A PhD in Agricultural or Development economics
Experience in carrying out a similar type of analysis
Knowledge of the Kenya animal health sector
Proven track record carrying out similar assignments
Demonstrable writing skills
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 10th February, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Economic assessment of substandard and counterfeit veterinary products in Kenya Jobs Opportunities in Kenya
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