El Centro Internacional de la Papa busca un(a) Gerente Administrativo

El Centro Internacional de la Papa (CIP) está buscando a un profesional con formación en Adminstración o Ingeniería para cubrir la plaza de Gerente Administrativo
El candidato que asuma esta posición desarrollará metas y estrategias para la división, liderará un equipo de aministradores y asegurará la efectividad y eficiencia de los servicios administrativos. También velará por la utilización de adecuados marcos de trabajo para la toma de decisiones .

Invitamos a los interesados revisar los términos de referencia (en el detalle de la infonota) y, de cumplir con los requerimientos y condiciones, enviar su CV completo adjuntando carta de presentación vía email al CIP.
La selección de los candidatos se iniciará el 1 de mayo del 2008 y continuará hasta que la plaza sea ocupada.

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a professional with a degree in business administration or engineering to lead its administration services. The candidate should be committed to exercising leadership in a cooperative environment for supporting CIP’s research programs. CIP seeks diversity and gender balance in its staff. Women are particularly urged to apply.

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research organization with a global mandate to conduct research on genetic resources of potatoes, sweetpotatoes, and other Andean roots and tubers, crop genetic enhancement and improvement, integrated crop management and sustainable management of natural resources and urban agriculture. CIP’s vision is to contribute from its areas of expertise to the fulfillment of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), in particular those goals that relate to poverty, hunger, child and maternal mortality, and sustainable development in rural and urban systems. CIP has its headquarters in Lima, Peru with staff and activities in locations across Africa, Asia and Latin America. CIP is a member of the Alliance of the CGIAR Centers, a network of 15 research centers mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 60 donor members.

The Department: CIP has over 30 years of experience producing research outputs and generating knowledge for dissemination worldwide. The Administration Department provides a wide range of administrative services such as maintenance of all related equipment and instruments, building maintenance, transport and vehicle services, security, procurement and travel services, by implementing sound management practices and developing effective planning and execution.

The Position: CIP seeks a successful professional to head its Administration Department, lead the administration team, and ensure the delivery of effective and efficient administrative services. The Administration Manager will assure that an appropriate framework is in place for informed decision making, and support the Director of Finance and Administration in developing and managing a risk management framework, including the development and review of management strategies, and improved processes.

The successful candidate will have:

• A Masters degree in Business Administration or engineering.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience as a senior professional, with at least 5 years demonstrated management experience in administration functions.
• Strong knowledge of planning and budgeting, and strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing people and coordinating activities in multicultural environments.
• Competency in communication and interpersonal skills, including extensive ability to build and promote teamwork, build consensus and resolve complex situations.
• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken.

Conditions: The Administration Manager is a local position. Employment conditions include an attractive remuneration package, including health care. Local travel is required and international travel may be required. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.
Applications: Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to Rosario Marcovich at CIP-Recruitment@cgiar.org. The reference name of the position should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message.
Screening of applications will begin on May 26, 2008 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; only short listed candidates will be contacted.