Reference number: 2372
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Bogor, Indonesia, Indonesia
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.
CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a
To undertake qualitative research using a political-economy approach on peatland governance in the Mawas Conservation Area, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, supported by a Small Research Activity grant from the Australian Centre for Agricultural Research.
Research
- Explore the existing co-governance structure in the context of Mawas peat dome, both formal and informal.
- Conducting social network survey on peatland governance, including semi-structure interviews with stakeholders.
- Conducting interviews with stakeholders at the national, provincial level, and district level.
- Final report
- One journal article
- One blog
- One proposal for the next ACIAR project
Project management
Other Responsibilities
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, natural resource management, forestry, or environmental sciences.
• Strong computer skills in database management, text analysis (preferably NVivo and/or MAXQDA), word processing and other relevant Microsoft Office applications.
• Minimum of three years of working experience in research organizations preferred.
• Good English language skills, both oral and written, are essential.
• Familiarity with forests and climate change/REDD+ is helpful.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and capacity to work in a team.
• This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency, commensurate with skills and experience.
• The appointment will be for 1 (one) year, inclusive of a three-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
• The duty station will be in Bogor.
To apply, please visit our career site at: https://www.cifor-icraf.org/about/work-with-us/
To learn more about CIFOR-ICRAF, please visit our websites at: https://www.cifor-icraf.org CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity – Applications from women professionals are encouraged.
CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
The application deadline is 31 Dec 2023
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.