Senior Director - Sustainable Agriculture

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Strategic Vision: Provide leadership to the Division by developing a shared vision and medium- to long-term strategy in line with our institutional goals. Ensure coordination across different divisions to facilitate a unified approach toward sustainability challenges. Partnerships and Networking: Build strategic alliances, partnerships, and networks to further the Divisions goals and enhance its research capabilities. Capitalize on opportunities for the development and improvement of the Divisions products and services. Revenue Planning and Financial Oversight: Formulate the Divisions revenue plan with inputs from Area Conveners (ACs) and Associate Directors, and support the achievement of financial targets across the Division. Stay updated on both technical and financial activities to ensure financial health and sustainability. Talent Management and Mentorship: Manage talent effectively by providing guidance and mentorship to junior researchers. Develop cross-cutting programs across the institute, offering advisory support for fund generation and professional development. Oversee manpower planning and coordinate with HR for recruitment. Research Impact and Innovation: Facilitate the translation of the Divisions vision into actionable research programs with transformative impact. Encourage Division members to identify and develop Key Research Areas (KRAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) annually, reviewing progress on a semi-annual basis. Operational Coordination and Communication: Convene monthly divisional meetings and organize an annual retreat to foster collaboration and review progress. Communicate management expectations clearly to all Division members and provide timely responses and decisions to support ongoing activities. Advisory and Resource Management: Coordinate vendor and contractor activities to support research and ensure access to necessary resources for partners. Track research progress and provide input for project modifications in alignment with the organizations strategy and priorities. Conflict Resolution and Team Harmony: Foster a harmonious working environment by addressing and resolving conflicts within the Division. Encourage collaboration across teams and divisions to achieve shared objectives. Visibility and Dissemination: Actively promote the Divisions achievements in suitable forums, both within and outside the organization. Ensure research outcomes are disseminated effectively to showcase the Divisions impact. Director-General Support: Assist the Director-General in the effective functioning of the institute, contributing to institutional strategy, decision-making, and key initiatives. Education- PhD or equivalent advanced degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Environmental Science, or related fields.