About IWMI:

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a CGIAR Research Center, is at the forefront of innovative research addressing water-related challenges in agriculture, climate change, and resilience. As part of our commitment to enhancing water and climate resilience in fragile, conflict, or disaster-affected situations, IWMI is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant for a crucial research project.

Job Description:

Objective of the Assignment:

The adoption of climate-adaptive and co-mitigation agronomic practices at the farm level faces challenges, including farmers’ perceptions of climate risks and their willingness to embrace innovation. Due to the absence of timely localized climate information, farmers often rely on their perceptions, which can be influenced by cognitive biases.

This consultancy’s specific objective is to quantitatively assess the impact of climate risk perception on farmers’ adoption behaviors using primary data and econometric analysis. The results, presented as a peer-reviewed research article, will inform EiA researchers, extension agencies, and implementers on the benefits of developing climate information tools for farmers and enhancing the adoption of climate-adaptive and co-mitigation agronomic practices.

This assignment aims to bridge the gap between perception and action, promoting more resilient and sustainable agricultural systems.

Scope of Work:

The econometric analysis for the article will be cross-sectional but is expected to use robust causal inference techniques to identify the effect of climate risk perception on adoption behaviors. The analysis will be based on baseline survey data collected by EiA in two different contexts: in Ethiopia, among the beneficiaries of the digital green use case, and in Nigeria, among the beneficiaries from the ATAFI-CARI use case.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Essential: Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Economics (Development Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Environmental Economics) or Econometrics.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Essential: Demonstrated facility with micro-econometric analysis of household survey data using standard econometric software (Stata), such as for hypothesis testing and prediction.
• Essential: Good understanding of economic theory and principles and ability to apply such knowledge to water, land, and ecosystems management issues as they relate to food security and climate change.
• Desirable: Sustained and consistent publications record in international peer-reviewed journals.

Skills & Abilities:

• Essential: Ability to independently design and conduct research.
• Essential: Excellent written and spoken English communication skills with demonstrated excellence in written and oral presentations.
• Desirable: Proficiency in additional languages will be considered an asset.

Benefits

This consultancy position offers a competitive compensation package.

IWMI is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

How to Apply:

To apply for this consultancy position, please submit your application through the provided application portal www.iwmi.org/jobs. Applications must be submitted by 12:00 (SAST)by 01 October 2023 and your application should include a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references.