This position is remunerated on International Terms. The appointment will be for an initial period one (1) years renewable, subject to a three (3) months’ probation period. The position is based in Lima (Peru) with an in-country start-date subject to C19.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Implement inter-disciplinary research on nested resilient systems, (farming systems/ farm/ household / community territory) thresholds, trade-offs and indicators, to support ICRAF work on agroforestry innovation.
develop a framework for rapid assessment of the resilience of smallholder agricultural and timber production systems in Amazonian regions of Peru.
convert the framework in a tool to support decision and test in 3 landscapes of interventions across the Amazon.
Develop scientific publication (minimum one) and communication products to support engagement work and science policy dialogue in the landscapes of intervention.
 Engage with CIFOR -ICRAF scientists across Themes and contribute to the establishment of a network of interdisciplinary practitioners working on adaptation and resilience.
 Support research partnership development and fundraising.