The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is the world’s premier research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations.
IRRI is leading the Module on ‘Evidence’ in the CGIAR GENDER Impact Platform. ‘Evidence’ will be at the heart of the GENDER Impact Platform activities contributing to achieving the reinforcing visions of the Platform as well as the One CGIAR. We are aiming for a world where Gender Equality (GE) drives food systems transformation and vice-versa. We desire food systems that are sustainable, equitable, climate resilient, nutritious and productive. Catalyzing these transformations needs evidence-based research, development and policy options. Gender gaps and inequalities continue to persist as investment decisions, programs and policies are often not grounded in a strong evidence base. The Evidence module aims to identify and fill the evidence gaps, in collaboration with partners within and beyond CGIAR (research, academia, public and private sectors, practitioners). It aims to position GENDER as the go-to-place for high quality evidence and knowledge on equitable and sustainable food systems. It aims to communicate the evidence it collates/generates to influence agriculture and natural resource management R4D policy and practice to facilitate design of pathways for equitable food systems transformations.
This position is based at Bhubaneswar, Odisha and open only for the permanent residents of India This position will support the Evidence Module leader, Module and Platform teams in supporting implementation of module activities and managing associated partnerships:
Reporting to the Module Leader for Evidence and, working closely with the Platform and other two module teams, the Associate Scientist will:
Lead gender research on key themes to contribute to evidence generation, synthesis and communication.
Provide technical support to teams including CG and non-CG partners engaged in evidence generation in key thematic areas.
Support coordination of module grants on specific themes.
Lead organization of stakeholder and partner workshops as required.
Lead communication and Resource Center initiatives of the Evidence Module working closely with the Platform Communications team.
Plan and manage research activities for evidence generation activities in the module.
Lead coordination and support contributions of partners engaged in evidence generation and synthesis.
Coordinate selected module grants for evidence generation.
Lead communications and resource center initiative of the Platform
Roles and Responsibilities:
Build and maintain collaboration with research and academic partners, including research teams
Support with developing partnerships and coordinate with other CG centers for joint advocacy and knowledge generation and sharing on gender, evidence and impact issues.
Lead organization of stakeholder and partner workshops
Engage closely with the Platform team, particularly the communications experts
Plan and participate in regular module and project planning and management meetings
Coordinate and liaise with CGIAR and non-CGIAR partners for effective implementation, monitoring and reporting of evidence generation and synthesis activities
Contribute and guide project teams in managing field operations, ensuring quality of data/evidence being generated.
Organize workshop, meetings, conferences and, training in collaboration with the Platform Communications team and other modules.
Actively contribute to articles in peer-reviewed journals that highlight findings from module activities showcasing the scientific leadership
Develop communication materials for the Platform resource center and beyond
Ensure delivery of the outputs of Module research grants
Qualifications:
M.Sc./Master’s degree in Rural Sociology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Geography or related field with minimum 4 years of relevant experience in Gender R4D in agriculture or food systems OR
PhD in Rural Sociology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Geography or related field with minimum with 1 year of relevant experience in gender R4D in agriculture or food systems
Skills Required:
Mandatory:
Sound understanding of Gender in Ag issues and Ag R4D
Excellent Written and Oral communication skills in English
Evidence of high-quality communication products for different audiences
Experience of working with R&D partners nationally and globally
Experience with R4D project management, including planning, physical and financial implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting
Sound interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team
Preferred:
Understanding of and experience with developing, implementing and reporting and Knowledge Management strategies and plans
Experience with gender integration in R4D projects
Experience with design of projects and programs
Experience with budgeting and financial management and monitoring of projects
