IN25135, Training Coordinator

CGIAR System Organization; Montpellier; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An innovative organization is seeking a dynamic Training Coordinator to enhance capacity-building initiatives in South Asia. This role involves designing training modules, coordinating with experts, and ensuring effective program implementation. The ideal candidate will have an M.Sc. in Agriculture and at least two years of practical experience in program coordination. Join a multicultural environment that values diversity and teamwork, and contribute to impactful training programs that address food and nutrition security challenges. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to engage stakeholders effectively, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in capacity-building and field-based research.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop training modules for various stakeholders.
• Coordinate with experts to enhance program effectiveness.
• Monitor and evaluate training programs.

Connaissances

Capacity-building program coordination

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team-building skills

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

M.Sc. in Agriculture

Description du poste

The Borlaug Institute for South Asia (BISA) is a non-profit international research institute dedicated to food, nutrition, and livelihood security as well as environmental rehabilitation in South Asia, which is home to more than 300 million undernourished people. BISA is a collaborative effort involving CIMMYT and the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR). Please refer to this website for more information: bisa.org.

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional for the position of Training Coordinator.

The position will be based in: Jabalpur, India.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design and develop organization-wide training needs assessment and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed.
• Design and organize training modules for researchers, extension workers, farmers, students, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with experts and resource persons to develop training content and materials.
• Maintain an updated curriculum database and training records. Monitor and evaluate the progress of the training programs.
• Facilitate communication between various stakeholders to ensure smooth program implementation.
• Coordinate with national and international experts to enhance program effectiveness.
• Ensure alignment with BISA’s goals and objectives in the capacity development program mandate.
• Host train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts and manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment.
• Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training.
• Perform any other support activities required in BISA according to the supervisor's instructions.

Requirements:

• M.Sc. in Agriculture, specialization in Agronomy/Soil Science/Agril. Extension or related field.
• At least 2 years of demonstrated practical experience in capacity-building program coordination, field-based research, and extension.
• Good leadership quality, ability to develop partnership networks, and capability to convince researchers and policymakers to show impact and visibility of an institution through capacity development and stakeholder engagement programs.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills with good liaising in the national system and local government.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those having experience in organizing capacity-building programs in international organizations.

Candidates must submit the applications online here no later than April 15th, 2024.

Applications must include a CV with contact details (telephone and email address) of 3 work-related references along with confirmation that Recruitment can contact them and a cover letter.

Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

This position will remain open until filled.

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