Research Fellow & Green Economy,Vacancy, United Nations University objectives,GHANA

Post:Research Fellow & Green Economy, Accra, Ghana
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    POSITION: Personnel Service Agreement

    REFERENCE NO.: 2013/UNU/INRA/PSA/RF/GE/29
    LOCATION: Accra, Ghana

    Organizational Unit: UNU Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA)

    United Nations University objectives

    The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars engaged in research, postgraduate training and the dissemination of knowledge in furtherance of the purposes and principles of the United Nations, its Peoples and Member States. The University functions as a think tank for the

    United Nations system, contributes to capacity building, particularly in developing countries, and serves as a platform for new and innovative ideas and dialogue.

    UNU Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA)

    UNU-INRA is one of fifteen Research and Training Centres and Programmes established by UNU worldwide. The mission of UNU-INRA is to strengthen the capacity of Africa's universities and research institutions to conduct research and produce well-trained, well-equipped and motivated individuals, capable of developing, adapting and disseminating technologies that advance food security and promote conservation and efficient use of the continent's natural resources for sustainable development.

    We are looking for an outstanding individual with strong commitment and the potential to bring a significant contribution to the activities of the Institute.

    Responsibilities

•     Under the supervision of the Director of UNU-INRA, the Research Fellow will:
•         Coordinate the Institutes's research project on the green economy;
•         Conduct research on any of the programme areas of UNU-INRA;
•         Create awareness, train national collaborators, and provide guidelines for effective implementation of policies to ensure sustainable management of natural resources, biodiversity conservation and maintenance of environmental quality;
•         Supervise graduate students in their research work;
•         Develop research and training proposals for funding;
•         Plan, organize and participate in national and sub-regional conferences/meetings/workshops;
•         Prepare and publish research outputs in high-quality publications, including peer-reviewed journals, extension and policy briefs; and
•         Perform any other professional duties as may be required by the Director of UNU-INRA.

    Required qualifications and experience

•         A PhD or ABD in Agricultural Economics, Development Economics, Environmental Economics, Ecology, Resource Management, Forestry, Soil Sciences or a related discipline;
•         At least six (6) years of relevant work experience beyond the Master, preferably in an international environment;
•         Good computer application and modeling skills and use of statistical and econometrical packages;
•         Proven experience in gender analysis;
•         Good writing, presentation and communication skills; and demonstrated experience in organizing training workshops, conferences, and fundraising activities, as well as forging partnerships with international agencies, national institutions and NGOs;
•         Fluency in both oral and written English and good working knowledge of French are essential. Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset;
•         Ability to work independently with little supervision and under tight deadlines; and
•         A good team player with strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

    Remuneration

    Remuneration will commensurate with academic qualifications and experience.

    Duration of contract
    This is a full time employment on a one (1) year Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract with UNU-INRA, with the possibility for contract renewal subject to satisfactory work performance.

    This is a locally recruited post; no relocation expenses or allowances apply. The successful candidate will be employed under a local contract and will not hold international civil servant status nor be a 'staff member' as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. UNU does not sponsor a working visa for this position.

    Applications from suitably qualified women candidates are particularly encouraged.

    Starting date
Closing Date: Thursday, 20 June 2013

    15 July 2013 or earlier.
http://unjobs.org/vacancies/1370552546802

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