Director of International Cooperation & Partnerships – International |
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Allen & York
Ref: HP482-360
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The RoleThe RoleAllen & York are currently look to appoint an experienced profile to accept the role of Director of International Cooperation & Partnerships at a leading international scientific research organisation focussed upon water resource management and biosaline agricultural production. The Director of International Cooperation & Partnerships will assume the lead for developing and implementing of strategic partnerships with key partners. They will establish links with relevant institutions wherever they are located, bring the Center's activities to their attention and identify areas of collaboration and possible funding of joint activities Develop and Implement fund-raising strategies Provide strategic direction and leadership on marketing and external engagement activities Contribute to the overall leadership as a member of the Management Group. Oversee major research proposals writing up, to ensure alignment with the granting agency criteria as well as alignment with the strategic priorities Increase global visibility of the organisations work and capabilities Identify sources of funding through appropriate communication tools and strategies Represent the organisation in relevant international forums |
RequirementsRequirementsApplicants are expected to meet each of the following criteria: PhD degree from a recognized university with a specialty in a scientific or technical area related to agriculture. An applied MBA or Business degree would also be considered an advantage. Extensive experience in conducting scientific research Extensive experience in building partnerships and developing new programs/initiatives Experience in formulating and providing advice to Senior Executives and Donors on scientific issues Excellent writing abilities Excellent communication skills in English. Arabic will be an asset A Proactive mindset is essential for this role with the appointee expected to be able to quickly develop new relationships and “sell” the center's capabilities Ability to build and nurture effective work relationships and to build trust |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyAllen & York is a market leading specialist Recruitment Company serving the Environment, Planning & Built Environment, Energy and Health & Safety sectors. We enjoy a distinguished reputation for quality and professionalism. Our proven ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from a development of close working relationships, strategic understanding, personalised problem solving and specialist experience within the Natural and Built Environment market sectors. Based in the United Kingdom and established in 1993, Allen & York provide high quality personnel to national and international organisations at all levels within the sectors of Environment, Planning & Built Environment, Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Water Management and Waste Management. |
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