Program Director of International Agricultural Research

6 days ago


Topeka, Kansas, United States Kansas Action for Children Full time
Overview

Kansas State University's College of Agriculture is seeking a highly qualified Program Director of International Agricultural Research to lead the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Climate Resilient Cereals (CRCIL). This role involves overseeing a team within the Dean's Office and managing international research collaborations aimed at enhancing climate-resilient cereal breeding systems.

About This Role

The Director will be responsible for driving CRCIL's mission in alignment with USAID's Climate Resilient Cereal Strategic Framework. In addition to leading scientific research, the Director will oversee capacity-building initiatives, resource mobilization, and stakeholder coordination to further CRCIL's objectives.

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Ensure CRCIL's research and engagement outcomes align with its mission.
  • Serve as USAID's principal contact for the program.
  • Represent CRCIL publicly to the U.S. Government, research communities, and stakeholders.
  • Oversee program planning, activity coordination, reporting, and evaluation.
  • Facilitate cross-learning and collaboration between internal and external partners.
About Us

CRCIL's mission is to advance climate-resilient cereal breeding systems across Feed the Future countries, leveraging cutting-edge agricultural science to address local needs and preferences. Research focuses on enhancing germplasm for sorghum, millet, wheat, and rice in target countries: Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Haiti, and Senegal.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A Ph.D. in a field relevant to international cereal crops research.
  • 10 years of technical expertise in international agricultural research.
  • Proven experience managing research partnerships across international, national, and local levels.
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate gender, social sciences, environmental, and nutritional considerations into research.
Estimated Salary Range

$120,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.



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