Job Description

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About the Organization

WorldFish is a nonprofit research and innovation institution that creates advances and translates scientific research on aquatic food systems into scalable solutions with transformational impact on human well-being and the environment. We envision an inclusive world of healthy, well-nourished people and a sustainable blue planet, now and in the future.

Our research and innovation work spans climate change, food security and nutrition, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, the blue economy and ocean governance, OneHealth, genetics and AgriTech, and it integrates evidence and perspectives on gender, youth and social inclusion. Our purpose is to accelerate the sustainable transformation of global food systems toward nutritious diets that sustain the health of people and the planet. Our research data, evidence and insights shape better practices, policies and investment decisions for sustainable development in low- and middle-income countries.

The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people\xe2\x80\x99s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crises of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. With novel partnerships, the Alliance generates evidence and mainstreams innovations to transform food systems and landscapes so that they sustain the planet, drive prosperity, and nourish people.

WorldFish and the Alliance are part of CGIAR, the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest agricultural innovation network, whose mission is to \xe2\x80\x9cend hunger by 2030 through science to transform food, land and water systems under threat of climate change.\xe2\x80\x9d

About the position

The Specialist for Partnerships will work under the direct supervision of the Managing Director, Asia and the overall guidance of Global Director, Partnerships & Communications.

The successful candidate has key responsibilities in the following areas:

• Provide operational support in resource mobilization efforts in Southeast Asian countries;

• Contribute to intelligence gathering and monitor country-level fundraising trends, and policy changes;

• Pursue opportunities for the Alliance together with the research teams, Regional Managing Director and Partnerships Team;

• Actively engage with the scientific community and in particular with research teams operating in the region in supporting them in their engagement with partners and funders;

• Develop bespoke external engagement material working together with the regional Communications Specialist;

• Support partnership resources development and internal communication efforts, including serving as a champion and resource to scientists and their teams to comply with the institutional Proposal Development Process (PDP);

• Contribute to developing and continuously improving knowledge products, including support materials and guidance documents;

• Capture and maintain accurate and update information in the Partnerships Team Registry tool;

• Keep track of relevant international events, development priorities, and international cooperation agreements.

Requirements

Requirements

This job might be for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:

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Essential requirements

• Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree preferably in communications, marketing, international relations, public policy, journalism, or another relevant technical field;

• Minimum (5) years of experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, project management, and policy advocacy. Previous working experience related to the financial environment in Singapore is desirable;

• Experience working in interdisciplinary programmes related to agriculture, environment and development studies preferred;

• Experience with international cooperation and/or international organizations will be valued;

• Strong knowledge of and experience with exercising diplomatic language;

• Excellent facilitation, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively interact with people at all levels and build consensus in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment;

• Fluency in English is essential to communicate in writing and speaking.

Key competencies

• Demonstrate initiative and creativity in reaching and enthusing new and existing partners and working in a multi-stakeholder environment;

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain, positive, cooperative and effective relationships with among research teams, management team, and various government and non-government partners including funders;

• Must be able to work independently with little supervision, but also participate as a team member in the accomplishment of duties;

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and communicate effectively with scientists and interdisciplinary teams team member in the accomplishment of duties;

• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to deliver on-time and manage numerous tasks simultaneously;

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize between tasks with excellent record keeping and data management skills.

Benefits

Salary & Benefits

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position. We offer a competitive remuneration package including (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, 15% employer provident fund contribution, paid leave and others.

Our Offer

The position will be based in Penang, Malaysia. Interviews are expected to begin in early March 2023. Only shortlisted candidate will be notified and expected to attend the virtual interview session. The successful candidate should be available to commence as soon as possible for an initial of two (02) year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of contract renewal depending on performance and funding situation.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information online latest by 28 February 2023:

• A cover letter including a 1-page (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate for this role referring to the key responsibilities and what you would bring to the role;

• A current curriculum vitae;

• Names and contacts (telephone and e-mail addresses) of three professional referees who are familiar with your qualifications and work experience. Your nominated referees ideally should have persons from each of the following category: direct supervisor, internal peer and/or direct report. None of referees will be contacted without your permission and only if the role is offered.

Screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Bioversity International