Research Associate & Pan African University,
Tlemcen, Algeria
United Nations University (UNU)
Closing date: Thursday, 24 August 2017
Responsibilities
Under the overall authority of the Director of UNU-EHS/Vice-Rector in Europe, and the co-supervision of the Director of PAUWES and the research coordinator at PAUWES, the successful candidate will:
- support activity for the implementation of the research agenda at PAUWES
- support to the creation the appropriate framework for research at PAUWES, which includes the establishment of the legal framework for research at PAUWES (PAU statutes)
- support the integration PAUWES in African and international research networks
- support the development of PhD Programmes of PAUWES
- support the development of concepts for the acquisition of third-party funding
- support capacities building activities in the area of research management
- organise scientific meetings, seminars and conferences
- support outreach activities to relevant stakeholders in research and research policy
- prepare status and management reports and other information as required by the donors
- take up other related duties as required.
Qualifications and experience requirements
Required qualifications and experience include:
- master’s degree with a minimum of two (2) years of working experience in environmental sciences, natural sciences, research, or educational management, preferably in an international and multicultural environment
- experience in networking with research and research policy stakeholders
- administrative and financial management skills
- ability to build good working relationships with individuals of different national and cultural backgrounds
- excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to approach relevant stakeholders, team leaders, and donors
- excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
- working experience in Africa
- willingness to be based in Tlemcen
Applications from suitably qualified women candidates are particularly encouraged.
Remuneration
Remuneration will commensurate with qualifications and experience, using local salary scales for Agleria as a basis.
Duration of contract
This is full-time employment on a one (1) year Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory work performance and availability of funds. The combined duration of appointments shall not exceed six (6) years.
This is a locally recruited post; no relocation allowances apply. The duty station for this position is Tlemcen, Algeria, which is deemed as a non-family duty station. The successful candidate will be employed under a local contract and will not hold international civil servant status nor is he/she a “staff member” as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations.
Starting date
As soon as possible