Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods Exchange Visit

CGIAR is seeking a contractor for a Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods Exchange Visit. Responsibilities include designing a program for livestock and aquaculture in Africa-Asia, coordinating participant selection, managing logistics, facilitating stakeholder interactions, and producing reports. Candidates should have an advanced degree in relevant fields and experience in program design, stakeholder engagement, and logistics. The position is remote, allowing work from anywhere.
Responsibilities

Design a comprehensive exchange program and implementation plan for Africa-Asia livestock and aquaculture systems
Coordinate participant selection for farmers, government officials, and researchers
Manage all logistics including travel, accommodation, visa processes, and local transport
Facilitate interactions with host institutions and stakeholders in Kenya, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, and Vietnam
Develop communication and visibility plans, including documentation of lessons learned
Produce learning briefs, daily briefs, and final exchange visit reports

Requirements

Advanced degree in agriculture, aquaculture, livestock production, rural development, or international development
Experience in program design and implementation planning
Proven ability in stakeholder engagement and logistics coordination
Skills in knowledge management and technical reporting

About the Company
CGIAR is a global partnership that drives research for a food-secure future. The Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods (SAAF) Science Program addresses rising demand, climate vulnerability, and food safety risks through coordinated, context-specific innovations in livestock and aquatic systems.