Global Research Theme Leader
ICARDA · Rabat, Morocco
About this role
Position Title: Global Research Theme Leader – Resilient Livestock, Rangelands and Agrosilvopastoral Systems (Leader, Strategic Research Priority 3: Create Resilient Livestock and Rangeland Systems for Livelihoods and Environmental Health) Reports to: Deputy Director General – Research Location: Rabat, Morocco, preferred; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia may be considered, with frequent international travel across ICARDA’s global portfolio Purpose of the position For more than four decades, ICARDA has worked on small ruminants, animal genetic resources, forages, rangelands and pastoral systems in the world's drylands. We are looking for a scientist to lead this work into its next phase. That means connecting breeding, animal health, forage and rangeland science with climate adaptation, restoration, markets and policy, and showing measurable results for pastoralists and farmers. The selected candidate will lead SRP3, one of the four priorities of ICARDA's 2030 Research and Innovation Strategy, and sit on the Center's Research Leadership Team. You will be accountable not only for the scientific performance of the portfolio, but also for its strategic coherence, institutional positioning,…