RFP300141 Research Specialist - MFL
RFP300141 Research Specialist - MFL
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20-12-2024
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About the position
The Multifunctional Landscapes program is seeking a Research Specialist to lead the technical and methodological development of the monitoring framework for zero deforestation in agricultural value chains. This role focuses on ensuring the effective implementation of strategies aligned with the Monitoring Reporting and Verification (MRV) Protocol driving advanced data analysis and coordinating technical activities. The position is critical to supporting the project s strategic objectives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
This position is based in Bogot Colombia.
Key Responsibilities
Technical and Methodological Management
Contribute to the design and implementation of improvements to the MRV Protocol to align with international standards and the specific requirements of cacao dairy and beef value chains.
Supervise and coordinate data collection in the field ensuring quality and consistency in the geospatial information gathered.
Develop innovative tools and methodologies to enhance the analysis and monitoring of zero deforestation commitments.
Analysis and Development of Advanced Tools
Process and analyze geospatial data using advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and satellite imagery processing tools.
Contribute to designing interactive dashboards and advanced visualizations to report on the progress and results of monitoring efforts.
Contribute to the development of costeffective and scalable tools for monitoring agricultural value chains.
Strategic Collaboration and Reporting
Actively participate in meetings with strategic partners to ensure technical activities align with project objectives.
Prepare technical and executive reports in English and Spanish including recommendations based on advanced analyses and field findings.
Ensure that results and technical recommendations are clearly and effectively communicated to internal and external stakeholders.
Capacity Building
Contribute to designing and implementing training sessions for field teams and partners on tools and methodologies related to deforestation monitoring and analysis.
Promote the transfer of technical knowledge within the project team and to partner organizations.
Requirements
Required qualifications and experience
Bachelor s degree in Animal Science Agronomy Environmental Sciences or related fields.
Master s degree in Geomatics Environmental Sciences or related fields.
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in deforestation analysis geospatial monitoring and agricultural sustainability.
Advanced experience with GIS tools (ArcGIS QGIS) and satellite imagery processing.
Proven expertise in sustainability projects zero deforestation and environmental monitoring.
Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools: R Python Power BI.
Ability to design and develop interactive dashboards and advanced visualizations.
Advanced English proficiency (oral and written).
Valid driver s license.
Competences
Advanced communication skills to interact with multidisciplinary teams and strategic partners.
Leadership and autonomous decisionmaking capabilities.
Resultsoriented with attention to detail.
Critical thinking and innovation.
Strategic planning and time management skills.
Strong collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.
Benefits
Terms of employment
This is a position placed at a BG08 on a scale of 14 levels with BG14 being the highest level. This is a national position and will be managed through a fixedterm contract with a duration of one (1) year subject to a probation period according to the local legislation and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources. The Alliance BioversityCIAT offers a multicultural collegial research environment with competitive salaries and excellent benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer and strive for gender diversity and inclusion in our staff without regard to race color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin ethnicity age disability marital status or any other characteristic.
Applications
Applications must be submitted through the following link:
Closing date: December 26th 2024
Learn more about us at:
Carreras Alliance Bioversity International CIAT (alliancebioversityciat.org)
Required qualifications and experience Bachelor s degree in Animal Science, Agronomy, Environmental Sciences, or related fields. Master s degree in Geomatics, Environmental Sciences, or related fields. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in deforestation analysis, geospatial monitoring, and agricultural sustainability. Advanced experience with GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) and satellite imagery processing. Proven expertise in sustainability projects, zero deforestation, and environmental monitoring. Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools: R, Python, Power BI. Ability to design and develop interactive dashboards and advanced visualizations. Advanced English proficiency (oral and written). Valid driver s license. Competences Advanced communication skills to interact with multidisciplinary teams and strategic partners. Leadership and autonomous decision-making capabilities. Results-oriented with attention to detail. Critical thinking and innovation. Strategic planning and time management skills. Strong collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.
Employment Type
Full Time
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