Marketing Specialist - World Agroforestry Centre

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Coordinator, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities: 

• Lead marketing research activities in the WCA region, including value chain and sector analysis of fruits, nuts, medicinal and other tree products, studies of consumer demand and inter-regional trade
• Provide guidance in monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of agroforestry tree product marketing activities, such as market information systems, collective action and post-harvest processing
• Lead and coordinate a team of people conducting research and development activities on the marketing of agroforestry tree products in the WCA region
• Development of marketing strategies and approaches, preparation of research proposals, conception and implementation of marketing studies, publishing results, etc. 
• Initiate and manage networks and partnerships with relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with the Global Researcher Priority Leader in charge of marketing for the development of any research programme
• Supervise graduate students in marketing research
• Assist the Regional Coordinator in steering and managing specific projects

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in marketing, agribusiness, economics, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in marketing research on tree or other agricultural products, with a track record of scientific publications
• Proficiency in English in speaking and writing is required. Proficiency in French is required
• Strong skills in conceptualization, communication and reporting
• Demonstrable competence in the use of computers and data analysis software
• Working experience in West and Central Africa Region is an asset
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and a multicultural environment
• Willing to travel frequently across the region

Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is on International terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.


How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
A detailed curriculum vitae.
The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P O Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. All applicants should indicate “Marketing Specialist-WCA” on their application letters and email submissions. 


Applications will be considered until 26 July 2012 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.
Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.