nairobi cityKE
full-time
bachelor
6 months ago11/11/202312/11/2023
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Geospatial Data Scientist (Ref No: DDG-R4D/GS/DS/09/22)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Geospatial Data Scientist.
The sustainable intensification of mixed farming systems (SIMFS) Initiative aims to provide equitable, transformative pathways for improved livelihoods of actors in mixed farming systems through sustainable intensification within target agro-ecologies and socio-economic settings. This Initiative will work in the 5 countries: Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Laos. The Initiative is implemented through 5 work packages (WP):
This position is linked to WP1 of the Initiative.
Position Responsibilities
Educational Qualifications
The candidate should have an advanced university degree (Ph.D.) in Geography, Geomatics, Data Science, and Environmental Management with a specialization in Geographic Information Systems or other related fields.
Core Competencies
General information: The contract will be for an initial period of two years. IITA offers an internationally competitive remuneration package paid in US Dollars.
Applications must include a cover letter, which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to the Head of Human Resources. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/careers
Closing Date: 6th October 2022
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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IITA is an award-winning, research-for-development (R4D) organization, providing solutions to hunger, poverty, and the degradation of natural resources in Africa. Since 1967, IITA has worked with inte...