The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture(ICBA) is an international, non-profit agricultural research center established in 1999 through the visionary leadership of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Fund, the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), and the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). ICBA is a unique applied agricultural research center in the world that is focused on marginal areas where an estimated 1.7 billion people live. It identifies, tests and introduces resource-efficient, climate-smart crops and technologies that are best suited to different regions affected by salinity, water scarcity and drought. Through its work, ICBA helps to improve food security and livelihoods for some of the poorest rural communities around the world. ICBA is an equal opportunity employer and appoints qualified staff regardless of race, creed, color, age, gender, religion or national origin. We demonstrate our commitment to each member of our team through a competitive benefits package designed to assist our employees to cover their needs and the needs of their immediate family members.
Under the leadership of the Director of Programs and supporting both technical programs (Crop Diversification and Genetics, Sustainable Natural Resources Management) the incumbent will advance ICBA research that addresses the economic and social issues associated with agricultural production and sustainable use of water and soil. S/he will conduct research, prepare plans, write reports and scientific papers and lead the social and economic analysis where needed in the ongoing projects in the countries where ICBA implements projects. S/he will also identify opportunities for engagement and partnership with external entities for carrying socio-economic collaborative research that advances ICBA strategy.
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