Job Title: Chief Research Officer
Job classification: Professional staff
Terms of Appointment: 3 years Contract (Renewable)
Duty Station: Headquarters – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Report to: Director
Job Summary
The Chief Research Officer serves as a principal assistant to the Director with responsibility for the overall initiation, planning, Organization and direction of all approved Scientific Research relevant to the DLCO-EA regional activities. Specific areas of responsibility are outlined below, however, he/she may be required to perform other duties which may be delegated to him/her by the Director.
Specific Responsibilities
- Plans, directs and supervises all scientific research activities undertaken by the Organization and ensures the issuance of technical reports.
- Liaises with institutions/bodies within and outside the region in matters pertaining to DLCO-EA research activities.
- Coordinates with Director to conduct special operational activities for research purposes.
- Coordinates preparation of working papers for Technical Committee meetings and acts as Technical Secretary for such meetings.
- Plans and coordinates training programmes with the Divisions of Administration and Finance to ensure that all research personnel are proficient in their assigned duties.
- Develops and improves alternative environmentally friendly techniques for the control of the mandated migratory pests.
- Prepare concept papers for funds from development partners.
Salary and Benefits
Salary and benefits package according to the Organization’ salary structure as per Service Regulations. Benefits include: housing allowance, cost of living allowance; education allowance for 4 children, home leave travel, annual leave of 36 working days, indemnity fund entitlements (10% of salary) and health insurance.
Qualification Required
- PhD in Entomology.
- At least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in leading or directing research programmes/projects associated with Plant Protection.
- Ability to work in harmony with people of different national and cultural background is highly desirable.
How to Apply
To apply, download the Application Form on www.dlco-ea.org/careers/ and submit electronically the filled application forms together with a cover letter, detailed CV, copies of Certificates and Testimonials to the email addresses provided below by August 5, 2024.
Email to: careers@dlco-ea.org
Copy to: director@dlco-ea.org and berhane.asgedom@dlco-ea.org
