Agrobiodiversity and Nature-Based Solution Specialist

Overview

Provide technical support to projects promoting agrobiodiversity and nature-based solutions for agrifood systems transformation in the Asia-Pacific region.

Tasks Summary

• Build scientific and technical capacity on agrobiodiversity, sustainable crop production, landscape management, nature-based solutions, and low-carbon agrifood systems.
• Work with project teams for activity execution according to work plans.
• Provide technical advice on sustainable food production practices and agri-food value chains.
• Provide technical advice on conservation and restoration of agroecosystems and biodiversity.
• Provide technical advice on dynamic conservation and sustainable utilization of agrobiodiversity.
• Provide technical advice on knowledge management and M&E.
• Participate in project related workshops, consultations, and meetings.
• Participate in supervisory inspection missions.
• Formulate GEF9 projects related to food systems integrated programmes.
• Perform any other related tasks as may be required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum two years of research experience on plants and environment, ideally in China and/or Indonesia.
• Relevant experience in working with a wide range of partners, including governments and research institutions.
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.
• Relevance and extent of research experience on plants and environment, such as soil and water; designing, collecting, and analyzing technical information and data; preparing, editing, and revising technical/scientific documents, and publication; organizing international meetings and workshops.
• Relevance and extent of experience in working with governments, research institutions, and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in agrifood systems, environmental sciences or related field.
• Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and Chinese.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 6 months (until 30 September 2026)

Work Modality: Home-Based

Remuneration: