The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD), based in Kathmandu, Nepal, is the leading institute for the study of the Hindu Kush Himalaya. An intergovernmental knowledge and development organisation with a focus on climate and environmental risks, green economies, and sustainable collective action, we have worked in our eight regional member countries – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan – since our foundation.

Entering our 40th year, ICIMOD is perfectly positioned to support the transformative action required for the HKH to face the challenges of the escalating effects of climate change, pollution, water insecurity, increased disaster risk, biodiversity loss, and widespread socioeconomic changes. We seek to raise our ambition to support the required transformative action to step up our engagement through to 2030. .

The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD), based in Kathmandu, Nepal, is the leading institute for the study of the Hindu Kush Himalaya. An intergovernmental knowledge and development organisation with a focus on climate and environmental risks, green economies, and sustainable collective action, we have worked in our eight regional member countries – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan …

Research Associate

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Basic Job Information

Job Category	:	NGO / INGO / Social work
Job Level	:	mid
No. of Vacancy/s	:	[ 1 ]
Job Location	:	Kathmandu
Offered Salary	:	None
Apply Before(Deadline)	:	Jan. 29, 2014 00:00 (10 years, 5 months ago)

Job Specification

Education Level	:	Graduate (Masters)
Experience Required	:	Not Required

Other Specification

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of two years of experience in related field, preferably gained in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region.
Experience working with regional and international organizations.

Competencies

Knowledge: Sound knowledge of issues related to biodiversity conservation and natural resource management.
Networking/stakeholder management: Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders about operational issues and queries on different levels and through different means, including telephone, email, and face-to-face.
Results/impact orientation: Ability to take a proactive approach for the smooth organization of internal processes and to work independently with a strong sense of initiative and self motivation.
Research skills: Experience in desk and field research and the ability to provide technical field support.
Communication skills: Excellent spoken and written English; ability to effectively present, explain, and discuss ideas and listen to others.
Social/team competency: Ability to work effectively and smoothly with others in a team to establish constructive ideas that meet team objectives.

Job Description

Under the overall guidance of the Ecosystem Services Theme Leader and under the direct supervision of the Chief Scientist of Ecosystem Services, the Research Associate will carry out the following tasks:

Undertake desk research on biodiversity conservation and natural resource management practices in transboundary landscapes, especially the Brahmaputra-Salween Landscape.
Contribute to different kinds of publications within the Ecosystem Services Theme.
Undertake technical work, including the development of baseline data on biocorridors and ecosystem interfaces.
Assist team members in writing and publishing research results and developing project concepts.
Contribute news and events from the Ecosystem Services Thematic Area to the ICIMOD newsletter.

Duration

One year (starting as soon as possible), of which the first three months are probation, with a possibility of extension subject to ICIMOD’s future funding levels.

Remuneration

The salary and benefits provided by ICIMOD are competitive with other regional organizations; remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Gender and Equity Policy

Qualified and eligible women candidates and those from disadvantaged backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. ICIMOD implements a gender-fair policy and is supportive of working women. It operates a day-care centre at the campus and is committed to gender mainstreaming at the organizational and programmatic levels.

Method of application

Applicants are requested to apply online before 29 January, 2014 through ICIMOD's Online Application System.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

This job has expired.