Friday, November 18, 2011
EMPLOYMENT: ICIMOD Lead Atmosphere Scientist and Coordinator
The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is a regional knowledge development and learning centre serving the eight regional member countries of the Hindu Kush-Himalayas (HKH) – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan.
ICIMOD is looking to hire a Lead Atmosphere Scientist and Coordinator. Under the overall supervision of the Director of Programme Operations and the direct supervision of the concerned Programme Head/Manager, the Lead Scientist will spearhead the programme and coordinate it in the regional member countries in the HKH and with global networks. He or she will:
- Contribute to the development of SLCF reduction strategies suitable for mountain communities
- Lead scientific research in SLCFs and establish linkages with partners in RMCs and relevant programmes (e.g. SERVIR and Cryosphere Monitoring) within ICIMOD
- Monitor implementation of various components and ensure their interlinkages
- Assist in organising the communication and general outreach of the programme
- Organise meetings and interactions with the promoters and ensure transparent communication
Deadline: December 5, 2011