Dear Colleagues,
Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2001/ 11
For those interested in applying - Good luck!
Wilco Liebregts
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DATABASE. IN ADDITION, WE ALSO HAVE AN EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF INDIVIDUALS AND
ORGANISATIONS IN THE PACIFIC REGION FROM WHERE WE CAN SOURCE EXPERTISE.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pacificforum.com/ecoconsult
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ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC appreciates a reference to its Pacific Vacancy
Announcement Service if you decide to send in an application.
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WEST AFRICA RICE DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE
The West Africa Rice Development Association (WARDA) headquartered in the
Mb¨¦ Valley, Bouak¨¦, C?te d'Ivoire invites applications for the position of
Director of Administration and Finance (DAF).
About WARDA: WARDA is an association of 17 West and Central African
countries that conducts research and development activities towards
improving the sustainable productivity of rice-based systems in West and
Central Africa and supports the National Agricultural Research Systems
(NARS) through collaborative research, development and training. As one of
the 16 international agricultural Research centres funded by the
Consultative Group on International agricultural Research (CGIAR), WARDA
adheres to the CGIAR standards of excellence in scientific research and
management. WARDA's Main Research Centre and Headquarters is located 25 km
North of Bouak¨¦, a major commercial centre in C?te d'Ivoire. Bouak¨¦ offers
excellent living conditions with a population of about 800,000 and excellent
international schools for both French and English speaking students.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES. The position of DAF is a senior manager's
position. The DAF has responsibility for the leadership and direction for
the Institute's administration, finance and operations. Administrative
responsibilities include management and development of human resources,
liaison functions, and all general support services. Operational
responsibilities include the effective management of the non-research farm
operations, mechanical workshop and physical plant facilities. Financial
responsibilities cover all aspects of accounting, budgeting and treasury
functions in support of institute-wide needs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS. Applicants should possess:
¡¤ A progressive and proven record of effective administrative, operational
and financial services support, management and leadership;
¡¤ a commitment to a team leadership approaches;
¡¤ experience and ability to work effectively in multi-cultural and
multi-disciplinary
research environments;
¡¤ a commitment to a service oriented approach to excellence in support of
research needs.
¡¤ excellent interpersonal skills;
¡¤ excellent writing and communication skills in English or French with
adequate working knowledge of the other.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. At least a MBA/MSc degree or equivalent in
Business/Financial Management, Economics or related field; coupled with at
least 10 years progressive experience in management and leadership roles in
a large organization; preferably in an international organization with
fluency in English or French with adequate working knowledge of the other.
BENEFITS AND TENURE. Salary and benefits are internationally competitive.
The initial contract period is two years and is renewable.
APPLICATIONS. Applications must be received by March 15, 2001. All
applications should include a letter of application, a detailed CV, the
names and addresses of three professional referees, including telephone, Fax
and E-mail. Applications should be addressed to the Director General, WARDA
DAF Search, 01 BP 2551, Bouak¨¦ 01, C?te d'Ivoire: telephone: (225)
31.63.45.14; Fax: (225) 36.63.47.14/31.63.09.72; E-mail: p.kouka@...
WARDA believes its programs are made more relevant and effective by the
diversity of its staff, and actively seeks applications from women and
developing country nationals.
For more information on WARDA, please visit our website:
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