Jobs Vacancy Available at BISA in January 2014 @ http:/bisa.cimmyt.org/

Can you help build a new global institution?

Do you have a dear vision on how science and technology contribute to international agriculture development?

We need a Director General (DG) for the Borlaug Institute of South Asia (BISA) New Delhi

BISA, a new international research and development institute for maize and wheal systems in South Asia., seeks its first DG who will have a great opportunity to create substantial impact and leave an enduring legacy. The position reports to the Board of Trustees and CIMMYTs DG. You will provide overall scientific and management Leadership to realize BISA's vision. This involves building a new international organization including research stations in South Asia, under challenging political, environmental and funding conditions. Fulliob details at: http:/bisa.cimmyt.org/

Main responsibilities:

Develop and articulate strategies and operating plans to realize EISA's vision and mission. These shall complement the competencies of CIMMYT CGIAR centers, ICAR and BISA operations in other South Asia.
Develop and implement strategy to raise and sustain funding from a broad donor base
Develop work programs and projects.
Ensure sustained progress to achieve the mission
Establish and nurture partnerships and alliances with special emphasis on South
Asian institutions and private sector
Represent BISA to all stakeholders including donors
Work with CIMMYT and ICAR to establish a complementary organizational structure
Manage planning, finance, HR, administration and control systems to ensure compliance
Recruit retain and develop competent and motivated staff

The ideal candidate will have:

PhDin agriculture or development-related science
International reputation with 20 years' experience in research and management
Experience in building and managing institutions; that successfully mobilize large-scale resources and deliver significant impact
Excellent command of English. Knowledge of Hindi will be an advantage
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams with multicultural and gender sensitivity
Strong skills in influencing, conflict resolution and negotiation

We offer a 5 year contract (renewable baaed on funding and delivery of results) with competitive salary and benefits (free of tax in India) including housing, car, comprehensive insurance, educational assistance for children, vacation, annual airfare, retirement plan and relocation assistance.

BISA is an equal opportunity employer. If fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender quality, teamwork and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your application to Dr. S. McGardle, Managing Director SRI Executive Search (DG-BISA@sri-excecutive.com) by 31st January, 2014. Phone: + 3531 6675008.40 Grand Canal Street Upper, Dublin 4, Ireland, www.sri-executive.com