IRS26375 Seed Systems Specialist (Internationally Recruited)

• Assess seed system challenges and plan supply roadmaps for key crops considering local conditions and constraints.
• Coordinate production and supply of breeder, foundation, certified, and quality-declared seed with research institutes and seed companies.
• Build capacity of national research, regulatory, inspection, extension, and local seed producer institutions through training and mentoring.
• Advise on development and maintenance of seed production and quality assurance infrastructure including sites, labs, equipment, and storage.
• Support expansion of local seed production and enterprises by strengthening business models and market links, focusing on inclusion of women and youth.
• Enhance farmer access to quality seed via agro-dealer networks, farmer hubs, and appropriate delivery methods such as seed vouchers and fairs.
• Manage partnerships, workplans, budgets, agreements, monitoring, reporting, and knowledge sharing across seed system activities.

• PhD in Seed Science and Technology, Plant Breeding, Agronomy, or related field.
• Minimum of four years' experience in seed systems in sub-Saharan Africa, including early generation seed production, scaling certified seed, and quality assurance.
• Experience collaborating with research institutes, seed regulators, private seed companies, farmer seed access initiatives, and donor-funded programmes.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

The position offers an internationally competitive salary with benefits including housing allowance, a car, comprehensive health and life insurance, support for children's education, paid vacation, annual home travel airfare, retirement plan contributions, and relocation assistance.

Submit a CV with contact details for three work-related referees and a cover letter through the employer's official contact. Only complete applications will be considered. The position will remain open until filled.