Capacity Development Specialist

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Position Title: Capacity Development Specialist
Location: New Delhi
Country: India
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. Established as a core CGIAR Research Center, CIMMYT focuses on improving the quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems for basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops. The organization operates primarily in the Global South, working to enhance the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers. CIMMYT is committed to fostering partnerships that contribute to a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system while addressing global challenges such as poverty and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security. For more information, visit cimmyt.org.

Job Overview:
The Capacity Development Specialist will play a crucial role in providing expert guidance and technical assistance in developing content for capacity development initiatives. This includes creating course content, expository texts, scripts for animated and testimonial videos, learning activities, and assessment questions tailored to the learning needs and desired outcomes identified by CIMMYT’s research programs. The specialist will ensure the implementation and co-design of capacity development solutions and interventions in collaboration with research programs and technical partners. Additionally, the role involves conducting research to address specific issues, managing the production and instructional design of e-learning and face-to-face courses, and facilitating organizational assessments. The specialist will also be responsible for collecting data, preparing reports on training events, and contributing to the documentation and systematization of capacity development processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance and technical assistance in developing capacity development content, including course materials and assessment tools.
• Collaborate with research programs to co-design and implement capacity development solutions.
• Conduct research to identify and solve issues related to capacity development.
• Manage the production, editing, and instructional design of e-learning and face-to-face courses.
• Facilitate organizational assessments and develop strategies for institutional strengthening.
• Collect data and prepare reports on training events and outcomes.
• Document and systematize capacity development processes.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to develop content and e-learning courses for induction programs.
• Build engaging learning activities and course content that enhance retention and knowledge transfer. 1
• Support the LMS project development and act as a super user for training. 1
• Maintain and document all procedures related to CIMMYT Academy. 1
• Support student management and communication for CIMMYT Academy events.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Agriculture Education, or related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in agriculture education, training, e-learning, or agriculture extension domains.
• Experience in training content development and program preparation.
• Basic knowledge of protocols and administrative procedures related to research support functions.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Instructional design experience is an advantage.
• Advanced level of English language proficiency (C1 as per CEFR).

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Agriculture Education, or related fields. This educational background is essential to ensure a deep understanding of the agricultural sector and the specific challenges faced in capacity development within this domain.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in agriculture education, training, e-learning, or agriculture extension domains. Candidates should have a proven track record in training content development, program preparation, and implementation, as well as experience serving as a resource person in the agriculture sector.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English, with an advanced level required (C1 as per CEFR). Candidates will be required to take an English test to demonstrate their proficiency. While English is the primary language, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a multicultural work environment valuing gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates may apply online, and qualified candidates may be invited to join CIMMYT's talent roster for two years, with the option to opt in or out of having their information retained for future opportunities.