DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL – RESEARCH

ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is a member of the Alliance of Centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and supported by more than 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. To reduce poverty, enhance crop productivity and food security and to protect the environment, ICRISAT research focuses on agro-eco systems, crop improvement and biotechnology, social science, and the management and utilization of sorghum, pearl millet, pigeonpea, chickpea, and groundnut in the semi-arid tropics.

ICRISAT is seeking a Deputy Director General for Research (DDG-R), to be located at its Headquarters in Patancheru, ( near Hyderabad) India, reporting to the Director General.

The DDG-R is a member of the senior management team of the institute. He/She is primarily responsible in the planning, integrating and coordinating of the research programs within established policies and strategic plans of the Institute. Likewise, he/she spearheads the development and maintenance of effective and harmonious relations and collaborations between ICRISAT and National Agricultural Research and Extension Systems (NARES) in both developed and developing countries, with civil society organizations and the private sector, with Advanced Research Institutions, and other International Agricultural Research Centers (IARCs), and the Alliance of Centers within the CGIAR. The DDG-R is also a member of the Alliance Deputy Executive, a committee of DDG-Rs of all 15 Centers.

The DDG-R will manage the research portfolio with line responsibility for key senior staff; contribute to the formulation of appropriate policies for the Institute through membership in the Management Group, Research Committee and other global committees; represent ICRISAT as appropriate in CGIAR and NARES fora to project ICRISAT's mission and interests and to discuss and develop future programs; assist the DG to ensure effective linkages with NARES, IARCs and other key stakeholders; act as Secretary to the Program Committee of the Governing Board; provide technical support to strengthen relationships with donors; act for the DG as required and undertake other activities assigned by the DG. The DDG-R will ensure the coherence of ICRISAT's research portfolio across the various semi-arid tropical regions through a number of mechanisms such as the rolling medium term plan (MTP) and global in-house review. He/She will ensure that effective teamwork and synergy happen between and among research themes and the regional hubs guided by the institute`s integrated genetic and natural resources management strategy

Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent degree in Agricultural Sciences with high international professional standing with over 20 years of experience, post doctoral degree, with demonstrated capability for leadership in research planning & management and effective interpersonal skills in a multicultural and multidisciplinary project-based research environment. Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Proficiency in written and spoken French is an advantage.

The appointment is initially for threeyears and further extension will be based on requirement and performance of the incumbent. Internationally competitive salary and benefits will be provided. ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer, and is especially interested in increasing the participation of women on its staff.

Applicants are requested to submit the application before 20 th April 2008 by email (I.Nagaraj@cgiar.org) addressed to Director, Human Resources & Operations, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324, India [phone: +91-40-30713194; fax:+91-40-30713074]. The application should include curriculum vitae, a statement of the competencies and experiences for the position, date of availability and the names and addresses (including phone/e-mail) of three referees.