Principal Scientist/Global Leader, Knowledge Sharing and Innovation (KSI) at ICRISAT

ICRISAT invites applications for a Principal Scientist/Global Leader, Knowledge Sharing and Innovation (KSI), to help develop the Institute’s global strategy for knowledge sharing and innovation. The position will be based at its Headquarters in Patancheru, near Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, with a global responsibility for all research programs based in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Greater Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India and belongs to the Consortium of Centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Please visit www.icrisat.org for more information.

Responsibilities 

• Help in developing the Institute’s global strategy for knowledge sharing and innovation and lead its implementation;
• Establish, lead, and conduct an effective research program in ICT4D relevant to the Institute’s Mission;
• Coordinate the development of platforms to make institutional knowledge available internally, and to all partners and stakeholders;
• Support the Institute’s effort to build new partnerships for enhanced knowledge sharing impacts and establish an effective and efficient infrastructure for modern research informatics and database archiving and use;
• Develop an E-print repository and Open Access Publication System;
• Provide training and capacity building, and user support, in knowledge sharing;
• Develop on-line learning training programs, including educational materials platform to support post-secondary extension learning;
• Develop and test new communication tools adapted to our various stakeholders;
• Support and enhance use of ICT for farmers’ access to information and knowledge.
Desired Candidate’s Profile
• Professional qualification at Doctorate or Master’s level in information and communication technology, knowledge management or relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience (of at least 5 years of post-qualification) in knowledge sharing, ICT4D or related area with ability to lead a group of professionals
• Experience at the international level is highly desirable
• High level of maturity, judgment, and people management skills, including team working/building skills
• Managerial capability to work in a multi-cultural and multidisciplinary environment with effective interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in oral and written English is essential, and knowledge of French will be desirable
The Reward

This is an internationally recruited staff position with an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package payable in US dollars. The position is initially for three years and extendable depending on performance of the incumbent and funding availability. 

How to Apply

The application should include an up-to-date resume, names and addresses of three referees, date of availability, and a statement of the special qualifications for this position. Please send applications by email clearly stating the job title in the subject column to latest by 30 April 2011.
ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer, and is especially interested in increasing the participation of women on its staff. ICRISAT has a flexible approach to international appointments and welcomes dual-career couples.