IWMI in Nepal co-designs and implements applied research programs that address socio-technical, institutional, financial, and environmental challenges of water management within the country’s rapidly evolving climatic and socio-economic contexts.

This assignment outlines the engagement of a national consultant with proven experience in public–private partnerships (PPPs) and business plan development for scaling socio-technical innovations in the development sector in general, and in the water and agriculture sectors in particular. The consultant will lead efforts to scale irrigation and water management interventions; facilitate strategic dialogues with private sector actors, government agencies, development partners, and user groups; and co-design business models and scaling pathways that promote water solutions for productive and domestic uses, benefiting smallholder farmers, women, youth, and marginalized groups.

The consultant will also contribute to creating an enabling environment, such as financing mechanisms, market linkages, policy support, and partnership strategies, necessary for scaling water and energy nexus solutions to support agri-food systems transformation. The position involves close collaboration with IWMI researchers and local partners to ensure the effective delivery of project outputs.

SCOPE OF WORK:

1.       Technical Support:

• Analyze the enabling environment for promoting public–private–community partnerships (PPCPs) in irrigation services.
• Lead the business ecosystem analysis and demand signaling for scaling socio-technical innovations, including irrigation services, lift and solar irrigation, micro-irrigation technologies, multiple-use water systems (MUS), and agricultural knowledge hubs.
• Lead, in collaboration with partners, the development of PPCP strategies and business plans for Water-as-a-Service (WaaS) and irrigated agricultural value chains.
• Develop, validate, and finalize financial models that ensure the affordability, sustainability, and scalability of WaaS solutions.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality project outputs, including technical reports and knowledge products, to share insights and promote the uptake of socio-technical innovations.
   

2.      Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management for Scaling Innovations:

• Collaborate closely with government agencies, development partners, the private sector, and civil society organizations to integrate tested and scalable water and agricultural solutions into national and sub-national policies, strategies, and investment frameworks.
• Facilitate strategic partnerships with private sector actors, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), cooperatives, financial institutions, and development partners to co-design, pilot, and upscale successful innovations in irrigation and irrigated agricultural value chains.
• Collaborate with organizations and networks representing women and youth to ensure that socio-technical innovations and business models are inclusive, gender-responsive, and tailored to local needs.
   

3.       Knowledge Management, Co-Learning, and Communication:

• Support the preparation of technical reports, impact stories, briefs, and other communication materials on socio-technical innovations and their scaling for both internal and external audiences.
• Organize and facilitate strategic dialogues, stakeholder meetings, workshops, and learning events focused on scaling irrigation, solar-powered water systems, and climate-smart agriculture.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

Essential:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Business Management, Business Administration, Development Economics, Agricultural Economics, or other closely related disciplines relevant to water and energy resource management and agricultural innovation systems and scaling.
• A minimum of 5–7 years of practical experience in public–private partnerships, agricultural value chain development, and/or business plan co-development with partners.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in facilitating investment and resource mobilization for scaling tested solutions related to water/irrigation services and micro-irrigation technologies.
• Prior experience working with international organizations, private sector entities, financial institutions, or multilateral development institutions.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proven ability to co-develop and operationalize business models with project partners and stakeholders for scaling tested innovations.
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to review literature and produce high-quality technical reports.
• Excellent networking and partnership-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders at both national and sub-national levels.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills in English and Nepali.
• Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and experience working within multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organizational and facilitation skills, with the capacity to work independently while coordinating across teams.
• Sound understanding of gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) principles in the context of Nepal’s water and agricultural sectors.

Benefits

This is a nationally hired consultancy; therefore, only Nepalese nationals will be considered for this position. Individuals with relevant abilities are encouraged to apply. IWMI offers a competitive monthly rate for this assignment. The duration of the contract will be for a period of six (6) months.

How to Apply: Apply for the position by following the application instructions at www.iwmi.org/jobs. Applications will be accepted until 24:00 (IST) on November 18, 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). Your application must include a CV, cover letter, and three (3) references. All applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IWMI believes that diversity fuels our innovation, enhances our excellence, and is essential to our mission. We offer a multicultural, multicolor, multigenerational, and multidisciplinary working environment. We are committed to creating an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and our dedication to gender equity. We, therefore, encourage applications from individuals of all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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The purpose of this assignment is to support the Methane Expert in collecting and analyzing data from training programs, design assessment tools, and generate actionable insights to inform scaling strategies for methane mitigation in alignment with the project’s overall goals and donor requirements.

In line with this, we invite suitably qualified and experienced individuals to express their interest in providing the required services.

Scope of Work / Key Responsibilities

The consultant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Support the Methane Expert in collecting data on the training programs in Ogun and Taraba States.
• Design tools to assess the uptake of methane-reducing practices in consultation with the Methane expert.
• Support in analyzing the data, reporting results, and making recommendations.

Duration and Location of the Assignment

The consultancy is expected to last for 21 days.

Application Procedure

Interested individuals are invited to submit the following documents in response to this EOI:

1. A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
2. A brief technical statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining understanding of the assignment and proposed approach to achieving the deliverables.
3. Financial proposal indicating the consultant’s expected professional fees.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in relevant field – e.g., Environmental Science, Agricultural Science, Natural Resource Management, Statistics/ Data Science or related discipline.
• Minimum of Seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in agricultural or Environmental project implementation, Monitoring and evaluation in Agricultural Research.
• Demonstrated expertise in Methane Reduction & Climate-Smart Agriculture, Data Collection and Tool Design, and Data Analysis. 
• Excellent analytical, Data analysis, quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Previous experience working with international organizations, donor-funded projects, or research institutions will be an added advantage.

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ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. Covering 6.5 million square kilometers of land in 55 countries, the semi- arid or dryland tropics has over 2 billion people and 644 million of these are the poorest of the poor. ICRISAT and its partners help empower these disadvantaged populations to overcome poverty, hunger and a degraded environment through better agricultural production systems.

ICRISAT is headquartered at Patancheru near Hyderabad, India, with two regional hubs and eight country offices in sub-Saharan Africa. ICRISAT envisions a prosperous, food-secure and resilient dryland tropics. Its mission is to reduce poverty, hunger, malnutrition and environmental degradation in the dryland tropics. ICRISAT conducts research on its mandate crops of chickpea, pigeonpea, groundnut, sorghum, pearl millet and finger millet in the arid and semi-arid tropics. The Institute focuses its work on the drylands and in protecting the environment. Tropical dryland areas are usually seen as resource-poor and perennially beset by shocks such as drought, thereby trapping dryland communities in poverty and hunger and making them dependent on external aid. Please visit – www.icrisat.org

Responsibilities:

• Manage, develop and maintain all physical infrastructure at ICRISAT campus
• Ensure timely & quality delivery of various works/ projects (maintenance, upgrades & new developments)
• Plan, estimation, construction supervision, quantity measurements and billings.
• Supervise and lead the maintenance, upgrade and new construction projects for research & non-research activity.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders both internal & external for effective implementation of the jobs.
• Advise management on critical Capital replacement plans based on organizational priorities and suggest cost-saving measures.
• Should have the aptitude to work with inter-disciplinary teams in multi-cultural environment.
• Coordination between various agencies and disciplines for efficient and timely delivery of services.
• Implement good quality standards, cost-efficiency in all the works.

Essential criteria:

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or similar from a reputed university.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in civil construction and maintenance
• Experience with well reputed construction / similar organizations, would be an added advantage
• Thorough knowledge of building construction and good maintenance practices.
• Knowledge in use of MS-Projects will be an added advantage.

General:

This is a contractual role for a period of 36 months (3 years), renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the institute’s continuing need for the position.

How to apply:

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. Shortlisting will start from  20 November 2025.  All Applicants should apply with their latest Resume, and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable about their professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer

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WorldFish is an international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish and other aquatic foods for their livelihoods and nutrition. Our work in countries advances progress on multiple 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through science and innovation, with a vision of healthy people, healthy planet and shared prosperity.   

About the Position 

WorldFish is seeking to engage two (02) interns to support the Aquatic Animal Genetics Team in Penang, Malaysia. The interns will support activities under the Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia (GIFT) Genetic Improvement and Dissemination Program, which include—but are not limited to—fish production, dissemination of GIFT, and laboratory-based genetic and GIFT health surveillance work. The candidates will work as part of an interdisciplinary team with expertise in quantitative genetics, molecular biology, aquaculture systems, aquatic animal health, and dissemination programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in research activities at WorldFish Penang Headquarters that are related to the Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) of the Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia (GIFT) strain.
• Support sampling activities for genetic and health surveillance programs.
• Assist in molecular laboratory work (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR/qPCR preparation, gel electrophoresis, data recording) as needed.
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of laboratory and field records, including inventory and sample tracking.
• Assist in maintaining proper hygiene and biosecurity practices at the facility.
• Contribute to routine reporting and documentation of activities.
• Write and submit a short report summarizing the work conducted during the internship period.
• Carry out any other tasks to support the Aquatic Animal Genetics Team and its partners.

Requirements

This job might be for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:  

• The candidate will either have obtained or currently be working towards obtaining a Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Aquaculture or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge and practical ability to work with live fish.
• Basic understanding of fish breeding and hatchery technology is an advantage.
• Ability to record, organize, and enter data accurately (e.g., Excel or similar tools).
• Able to work effectively in a team with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in both laboratory and hatchery environments, sometimes under field conditions.

Benefits

• This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in an international research environment.
• The interns will benefit from close interaction with scientists and technical staff, building both technical and professional skills.
• A monthly stipend and health insurance will be provided.

Location and Duration

The successful interns will be based at WorldFish Headquarters in Penang, Malaysia. The internship is scheduled to commence in March 2026 and will run for a duration of up to 5½ months. This opportunity is open exclusively to Malaysian applicants only. Interviews are expected to take place in December 2025, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited to attend.

How to Apply

Your application must include:

• A copy of your curriculum vitae,
• A cover letter which addresses the key requirements stated above; and
• Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.

 To be considered, applications must be submitted by no later than 23:59 (MYT), 30 November 2025. 

 The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

 Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment 

WorldFish has ten offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment. 

 WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued, and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We also aim to seek balance across other diverse dimensions. 

 People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity. 

 We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply. 

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CIMMYT is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional for the position of Financial Analyst to work in Finance Department.

The positions will be based at CIMMYT’s headquarters in Texcoco, near Mexico City.

Specific duties:

• Support in reallocation of expenditure between projects.
• Assist in Journals and PRS creation related to supplies and Services as needed.
• Support in Reports generation as needed.
• Provide support to Maintain Staff List updated on excel.
• Assist in GWP analysis as requested.
• Support financial functions and activities related to the GWP project portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• The selected candidate must have less than a year of experience.
• English will be tested, and the candidate should score a minimum of A1 o CEFR.
• The selected candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• The selected candidate must exhibit the following competences: Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Communication, Costumer Orientation, Teamwork, Problem Solving.

Benefits

CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes year-end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).

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Duties and Responsibilities.

1. Supervise, train, and mentor farm personnel, including technicians, laborers, and support staff.
2. Coordinate research activities and field trials with researchers and other relevant stakeholders.
3. Maintain effective communication with research staff and management, ensuring farm activities align with research objectives.
4. Oversee crop production, including planting, irrigation, pest and disease management, and harvesting.
5. Sustainably manage fields, including practices that improve soil fertility and minimize soil degradation.
6. Facilitate research activities by providing logistical support, resources, and necessary infrastructure.
7. Maintain accurate records of farm activities, research trials, and resource utilization.
8. Ensure proper maintenance and repair of farm infrastructure, including buildings, irrigation systems, and research facilities.
9. Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of farm machinery and equipment.
10. Develop and manage the farm’s annual budget, ensuring cost-effective resource use and adherence to financial guidelines.
11. Prepare regular progress reports and updates on farm operations for the Head of Farm Management, Country Representative and relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

• Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, or Agricultural Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in farm management preferably in a research setting.
• Knowledge of Agricultural practices and farm machinery operation.
• Strong management skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good communication skills.

Benefits

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant environment.

Application Deadline.

November 7, 2025.

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