Key Responsibilities:
Scientific Leadership and Project Oversight
Lead the scientific direction of WorldVeg projects, ensuring activities are scientifically sound and relevant to the local context while collaborating with the Center's principal scientists to maintain scientific integrity and achieve project objectives.
Donor Communication and Reporting
Serve as the primary point of contact with project funders, providing regular updates and ensuring all reports are timely, accurate, and meet donor requirements.
Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
Lead efforts to engage project stakeholders and partners, ensuring strong collaboration, visibility, and local ownership of project outcomes while maintaining positive relationships with key
partners to ensure continued support and engagement.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL):
Oversee the design and implementation of project M&E systems to track progress, assess impact, and identify lessons learned.
Team Leadership & Development
Build and maintain a high-performing project team by fostering effective teamwork, collaboration, and a positive work environment.
Fundraising and Resource Mobilization
Contribute to the Center's fundraising efforts by identifying potential funding opportunities, preparing proposals, and engaging with donors and stakeholders to secure resources for the project.
Required Qualifications:
A PhD degree in an agricultural science, social science, or public health and nutrition
A solid academic track record focusing on the contribution of agriculture to nutrition and health
At least 10 years of relevant work experience
Experience working in Africa, especially East Africa
Strong experience in multidisciplinary research
A team builder with excellent organizational skills and proven experience in managing large projects
Experience working for international agricultural research organizations
A good understanding of the vegetable production systems in Africa
Excellent communication and writing skills in English
Willingness to travel extensively