2022-08-11

Adaptation Systematic Literature Review – (Somalis in Kenya can APPLY)

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International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Adaptation Systematic Literature Review – (Somalis in Kenya can APPLY)

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a consultant for a systematic literature review on adaptation practices in livestock in response to climate change in Kenya.

ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org

Background:

Literature describing adaptation practices regarding livestock farming in detail is rare. Most research focuses on describing the impacts of climate change and then allocates varying farming practices as adaptation practice, presuming local land users adopted these as a linear response to climate change. To address these misconceptions, the adaptation team is conducting a systematic literature review to compare different adaptation practices and the underlying drivers in Kenya’s livestock systems. The review will enhance the understanding of adaptation responses and their effectiveness in reducing climate change risks.

Scope of Work:

The initial screening for the systematic literature review (adapted from the Cochrane system) has been completed in Covidence. The assignment will entail the following:

Extraction of selected publications in Covidence (75 publications pre-screened)
Full text review and data extraction of included publications in response to our research questions (Covidence and NVIVO)
Coordinating team meetings and co-writing with other co-authors
Writing up of results for a joint publication with the rest of the team
Producing a final draft for a publication to be submitted in cooperation with the team

Final products:

The consultant will deliver a final draft for a publication

Consultancy Fee: Lumpsum or by mutual agreement based on agreed milestones and deliverables

Post location: Consultants base station

Duration: September 2022– November 2022 (working days: 45 days)

Skills and Qualifications

Essential skills and qualifications

Masters degree, preferably in social sciences or humanities or interdisciplinary degree
Experience in systematic literature review, NVIVO, understanding of adaptation to climate change, understands Kenyan context
Background in social sciences with a sound understanding of adaptation to climate change and possibly livestock sciences in Kenya
Familiarity with systematic literature review (Cochrane method)
Proficiency in using NVIVO qualitative data analysis software
Proficiency in English in speaking and writing
Excellent team communication skills
Proven record of academic writing (peer reviewed publications, not reports and other grey literature)

How to apply

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development by clicking on the “Apply Now” tab above before 17 August 2022. The position title and reference umber REF: SLS/582/2022 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.

To find out more about ILRI visit our websites at http://www.ilri.org

ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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