Humans have altered terrestrial ecosystems for millennia, yet wilderness areas still remain as vital refugia where natural ecological and evolutionary processes operate with minimal human disturbance,

The state government has started the work to axe 1,763 trees after acquiring land of the Forest Department along the Western Yamuna Canal for the Western bypass project and near Assandh for the Assandh

Parbat's historical court awaits conservation
Himalayan Times
Although the temple was renovated recently in personal initiation of the locals, no state support has been provided for the conservation efforts, according to Nara Bahadur Chettri, Chairperson of the Khaulakot Conservation and Management Committee.

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Manager Corporate Partnerships for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Singapore.Main responsibilities:

• Builds capacity in network offices to develop and manage private sector partnerships, with specific emphasis on Africa.
• Knowledge management and provision and coordination of training on tools, including the Corporate Engagement Guidelines, Corporate Database, and consistent best-practice protocols on developing and maximising impact of private sector partnerships.
• Act as liaison to the WWF offices in (mostly) Africa and supports the Network on its day-to-day questions (due diligence, proposal advice etc)
• Help Network to link and align partnerships with Practices, and to prepare high quality proposals ahead of GPC decision making.
• Support Practices in including corporate engagement in their strategies, and be liaison between Practices and CE community.
• In alignment with/upon request from Offices and Practices, represent WWF's global external voice on corporate engagement.
• Implements projects as mandated by the Global Partnerships Committee or Practices
• Supports specific cross-territory partnerships as requested by the Practices and Network Offices

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• A university degree in business, marketing or social sciences;
• At least 5 years of experience in marketing, business development and/or corporate fundraising, preferably in the private sector and in an international environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and diplomatic skills;
• Ability to relate convincingly and credibly with senior business executives;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work within a virtual network;
• Ability to conceptualize and create products which link programme with business interests;
• Strong interest in promoting sustainable practices within business;
• Excellent command of English. Other language an asset;
• Strong interest in promoting sustainable practices within business;
• Adheres to WWF's values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.

Deadline for applications: 02 November 2025
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Manager, Corporate Communications for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Nairobi, Kenya.Main responsibilities:

• Manages and leads the Corporate Engagement (CE) Community of Practice (including newsletter, ongoing development of the Google site, shared platforms and tools).
• Leads the Network, builds capacity and provides support on Corporate Communications, and acts as liaison of the team with the Communications and Marketing Division.
• Coaches and supports NOs in communications for new cross-territory transformational partnerships.
• Communications focal point for new cross-territory Corporate Marketing Partnerships.
• Develops and maintains the CE communications toolbox and provides tools, guidelines and best practices.
• Collaborates with NO Communications leads and Practice communicators to develop content, raise the profile of CE work and implement our business engagement media strategy.
• Manages the work of two Managers, Corporate Communications.
• Provides immediate rapid response function on communication issues relating to WWF's business engagement in general, specific NO partnerships and for WWF Intl partnership.
• Lead the Network in its external transparency efforts (disclosure reporting), in close cooperation with the Network Offices
• Updates (with Brand team) CE brand guidelines to use in national, international and technical partnerships.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• A university degree as well as an in-depth understanding of communication practices;
• At least 5 years' experience in an international environment in a communications position
• Good understanding of sustainability issues
• Proven experience working with remote teams
• Excellent communication and diplomatic skills;
• Ability to relate convincingly and credibly with peers in partner organisations;
• Strong organizational skills with an aptitude to get things done;
• Ability to work within a virtual network;
• Ability to conceptualise and implement communication tools;
• Adaptive, ability to work in a low structured environment and to reprioritise frequently
• Excellent command of English, other languages an advantage.
• Familiarity with CMS an advantage
• Adheres to WWF's values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging. 

How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.

Deadline for applications: 02 November 2025
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Head, Corporate Partnerships for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Singapore.Main responsibilities:

• Leads the team of Corporate Partnerships managers
• Day-to-day liaison to the Markets and Finance Practices. Support the Network roll-out and implementation of strategies as defined by the Markets and Finance Practices.
• Day-to-day liaison to Goal Practices to ensure the Network is developing high most impact corporate partnerships
• Supports and advices network offices on the development and management of private sector partners, focusing specifically on support to those partnerships marked as highly strategic (by the Markets and Finance Practice).
• Develops support tools and consistent best-practice protocols on developing and maximising impact of private sector partnerships.
• Supports the Global Partnership Committee and provides clearing house and co-ordinating function for private sector partnerships, and leads projects as mandated by the Global Partnerships Committee
• Supports (and leads if requested) negotiation of cross-territorial partnerships on behalf of WWF International (in which case it is a signatory party) and guide negotiations of global partnerships on behalf of WWF upon request by the Network.
• Responsible for management of crises related to the Network's corporate engagement
• As delegated by the Director, represent WWF externally at events, meetings or partner discussions. 
• Provide further general and specific support to the Director in the team's agenda, deliverables, team and budget.

Required Qualifications, Skills and CompetenciesA university degree in business, marketing or social sciences;
At least 10 years of experience in marketing, business development and/or corporate fundraising, preferably in the private sector and in an international environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation and diplomatic skills;
Ability to relate convincingly and credibly with senior business executives;
Ability to develop innovative and strategic partnerships;
Strong organizational skills and ability to work within a virtual network;
Ability to conceptualize and create products which link programme with business interests;
Strong interest in promoting sustainable practices within business;
Excellent command of English. Other languages an asset;
Strong interest in promoting sustainable practices within business;
Adheres to WWF's values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.
 
Salary : 121,000 - 140,000 SGD

Deadline for applications: 02 November 2025
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Accounts Payable Accountant for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Vienna, Austria.Main responsibilities:

• Registering and inputting supplier invoices, project payment requests, and miscellaneous payment requests;
• Recording provisions and prepayments and ensuring their accurate reversal;
• Following up queries on invoices from suppliers and budget responsibles;
• Primary contact with bank payment processing departments; solving payment transfer problems in coordination with the banks;
• Control the travel expense process within the Oracle ERP system, reviewing and processing a portfolio of expense claims, making sure all costs are in line with Travel Policy and supported by relevant documentation, communicating with internal staff regarding their claims, including when costs claimed are outside of policy;
• Liaise with the credit card provider(s) as administrator and in charge of electronic credit card data load into Oracle on a weekly basis;
• Reconcile the credit card provider statements with the claims processed through the Oracle E-Business Suite system;
• Reconciliation of general control accounts related to supplier invoices, prepayments and expense claims;
• Training and assistance to budget responsibles and / or their administrative support regarding payment policies and procedures;
• Train new staff on I-Expenses and Travel Policy and on-going support to WWF Secretariat Hub and Practice Office staff on how to report their expenses in the Oracle E-business Suite I-Expense module;
• Drafting and maintaining clear procedures for all payments and expense claims related work and recommending updates to WWF Travel Policy as necessary;
• Expediting filing.  Keeping separate, designated files as appropriate;
• Maintaining specimen signature and signatory limits file;
• Supporting implementation of payment software updates;
• Supporting external financial, AVS and VAT audits;
• Backing up other members of the accounting unit where necessary;
• Assisting with ad hoc projects as requested by Manager, Treasury & Accounting. 

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• A commercial diploma or equivalent, preferably with an emphasis on Accounting and
• A minimum of five years' experience in finance & administration in a multi-cultural environment;
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are required to work in an organisation with a wide range of staff from difference cultures and functions;
• Excellent team player, diplomatic, and an aptitude for solving problems in a logical, constructive way; 
• The position demands flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, strong organisational skills;
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Excel, accounts payable, expense claim and e-banking software);
• Adheres to WWF's values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined & Engaging. 

How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Salary: Circa 33,000 Euro
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.

Deadline for applications:  02 November 2016
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Accountant, Receivables for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Vienna, Austria.Main responsibilities:

• Informs the relevant department when income and reimbursements are received in a timely manner;
• Processes income received via credit cards, cheques and LSV direct debits;
• Processes donor and miscellaneous invoices in Oracle;
• Processes all receipts including the matching with donor and miscellaneous invoices.
• Regularly monitors that overdue amounts are collected through coordination with the donor gatekeepers;
• Carries out the regular transfer of the accounts receivable transactions to the general ledger;
• Performs monthly closing of AR module including Reconciliation of accounts;
• Prepares GL journals when needed;
•  Reviews and processes a portfolio of expense claims, making sure all costs are in line with Travel Policy and supported by relevant documentation, communicating with internal staff regarding their claims, including when costs claimed are outside of policy;
• Prepares Calling of funds for all National Organisations yearly (Invoicing for Network Service   contributions);
• Coordinates netting of receivables against liabilities (AR/AP) for some National Organisations
• Establishes and maintains a strong relationship with the Development, Business Finance and other departments at WWF Secretariat Hubs and Practice Offices, as well as with key contacts in other WWF offices;
• Joint ownership of identification of foreign currency receipts to see if the funds will be sent back out in foreign currency;
• Ensures the timely and efficient setup and maintenance of key donor data in the Oracle Accounts Receivable module of the consolidated financial database for WWF International and for its' Offices. Maintain a log of changes to the customer data;
• Keeps AR procedures up to date;
• Performs other duties as and when required by the Manager, Treasury & Accounting. 

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• A commercial diploma or equivalent, preferably with an emphasis on Accounting and
• A minimum of five years' experience in finance & administration in a multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are required to work in an organisation with a wide range of staff from difference cultures and functions;
• Excellent team player, diplomatic, and an aptitude for solving problems in a logical, constructive way; 
• The position demands flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, strong organisational skills;
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Excel, accounts payable, expense claim and e-banking software);
• Adheres to WWF's values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined & Engaging. 

How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Salary: Circa 33,000 Euro
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.

Deadline for applications:  02 November 2016
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Business Finance Controller for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Vienna, Austria.Main responsibilities:

• Responsible for monthly management reporting;
• Main contact with Fundraising divisions including preparation of monthly performance reports;
• Maintains budgeting and forecasting systems in Oracle;
• Analyses data trends for budgeting and forecasting purposes.  Prepares reports, charts and other outputs as required;
• Assists in ensuring the quality of the financial reports for the WWF International Board and its committees, and for the senior management team at the Secretariat;
• Calculates the annual contributions due from our National Offices around the world and monitors payments;
• Compiles and submits KPI data for WWF International as required for Network analysis;
• Acts as back-up to the Head, Business Finance, taking on ad-hoc tasks as and when required.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• University degree in a relevant field and professional accounting qualification or MBA;
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience of accounting and/or financial analysis, ideally in an international environment, covering reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Ability to set priorities, take initiative, complete work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines;
• Well-developed financial accounting/management skills;
• Accurate and precise;
• Advanced Excel knowledge;
• Knowledge of Oracle and Noetix an advantage; 
• Excellent spoken and written English. Other languages an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, diplomatic and communication skills with ability to interact constantly in an international and multi-cultural environment. Interest in conservation;
• Adhere to WWF's values: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging. 

How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Salary: Circa 39,000 Euro
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.

Deadline for applications:  02 November 2016
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

Presently, the lack of data on soil organic carbon (SOC) in relation to land-use types and biophysical characteristics prevents reliable estimates of carbon stocks in montane landscapes of mainland

Jerusalem Post Israel News
Tevel b'Tzedek
Jerusalem Post Israel News
When journalist Rabbi Micha Odenheimer was in Nepal in 2005, he met many Israelis on what is known as The Hummus Trail – the trip to Nepal and Kathmandu that has become a rite of passage for many post-army Israelis. Odenheimer saw that many ... To that ...

Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
In support of this strategy WWF undertook a redesign of its international secretariat that will further unite WWF offices and its near 6,400 staff around the world. This will help WWF to build stronger partnerships across the world with government, business, civil society and individuals. Together, we will deliver on WWF's ambitious goals.
 
We are recruiting the role of Head of Global Campaigns for our International Secretariat to help us achieve our new ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.Location:WWF Office in Woking, United Kingdom.The Role:The Head of Global Campaigns directs and oversees the development of campaign strategy, project plan and budget, and leads the implementation of the global campaign. He/she will work with all practice and network campaign stakeholders to ensure engagement, alignment and coordination.Main responsibilities:

• Ensures the implementation of the global campaign strategy;
• Works with all practice and network campaign stakeholders to ensure engagement, alignment and coordination
• Ensures implementation of campaigns contributes to the growth of Practices through a focus on how campaigning will accelerate the achievement of the network's conservation priorities;
• Oversees external vendor relationships and ensures that quality work is delivered;
• Provides advice and assistance during the development of global campaign concepts;
• Provides strategic network updates on campaign progress, challenges and opportunities;
• Coordinates with communication and policy leaders in the Network, Practices and the Secretariat to ensure globally consistent and coordinated campaign approach;
• Manages the team and provides guidance, setting objectives and completing performance evaluations.
• Performs other duties as requested by the Director.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in leading and implementing campaign strategies and advocacy work.
• Understanding of, and experience in, WWF campaigns is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including the ability to build a team of highly motivated and well-qualified staff, and to foster the integration of diverse, multi-disciplinary actors into focused initiatives addressing clear targets.
• Expertise in campaigning techniques, policies, strategies, target audience analysis, structure and impact.
• Long-term planning and analytical skills, as well as demonstrated ability to multi-task and work effectively to tight deadlines without compromising quality.  
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex issues in a clear manner to a wide variety of audiences across diverse channels.
• Strong command of written English is essential.
• Willingness to step in and lead individual campaigns, or campaign actions, when necessary.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, including an ability to analyze political dynamics, which drive positive results.
• Fluent English is essential; other languages would be an asset.
• Adheres to WWF's values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging. 

How to apply?Upload your covering letter and CV on LinkedIn as one file.  We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.
 
Salary : Circa 56,000 GBP

Deadline for applications: 01 November 2025
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
 

UC Berkeley
Climate refuges identified for endangered snow leopards
UC Berkeley
To understand how snow leopards — and the entire ecosystem — will fare as the climate continues to change, researchers from UC Berkeley and Panthera, a wild cat conservation group, used past changes in the region to project future climate scenarios ...

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This is the third in a series of four interviews with the keynote speakers at the IUFRO-AO2016 Congress.

In this interview Don Koo Lee, Professor Emeritus, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea, speaks about the contribution of forests towards achieving sustainable development. He points out that the important role of forests for life, hope and future has been further strengthened internationally by collaborative partnership activities in the past few years.

Professor Lee also emphasizes the importance of forest education in general and especially in the context of Asia and Oceania. Forest education must always take a holistic approach including basic sciences, social sciences and forest resources management, he says.

A third thematic focus of the interview lies on forest rehabilitation activities especially in Asian countries and the need for further forest landscape restoration. Awareness of how much land is of priceless importance to all living organisms including humans must be raised!


Visit:

the IUFRO-AO2016 Congress website at http://www.iufro-ao2016.org/en/ 
the IUFRO blog to read the complete interview at:


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Africa Food Initiative Facilitator
Last year, WWF launched a new strategy that harnesses the strengths of the WWF network in a shared vision, focussing on six major goals - water, wildlife, the ocean, climate and energy, forests, and food - and three key drivers of environmental problems - markets, finance and governance.
 
It is against this background that WWF Regional Office for Africa (ROA) has identified Food and Agriculture as a key transformational sector. In this regard and in partnership with others, we seek to contribute to strategies, approaches and tools that ensure a sustainable and positive ecological future for Africa.
 
Since WWF Africa is relatively nascent in the food space, it seeks the dedicated resources of a Food Initiative Facilitator to bring several sub-projects within this Transformational Initiative to life.
 
 
Location:
WWF Office in Harare, Zimbabwe
The Role:The incumbent will work with partner organizations to implement various actions under the Africa Food Initiative. He/she will report to a Country Director (Africa Food Initiative Champion); work closely with Country Office Food Focal Points; and link with the Global Food Practice.


How to apply?
 
For a detailed job description, visit http://wwf.panda.org/who_we_are/jobs/ and apply with your CV and a cover letter addressed to People & Organisation Development Director, Africa clearly indicating the position applied for on the subject line to: [email protected] by 28th October 2016. We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
 
Work permit restrictions may apply.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce.

FAO and the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) will work together in a new partnership to improve the state of natural resources in the wetlands of Africa's Sahel region, in particular the sustainable management of migratory water birds which are crucial for food security for the local populations.

Abstract

Momordica cochinchinensis Spreng., belonging to family cucurbitaceae, is a large climber generally found under wild growing condition in the Cachar hills region of Assam, India. The fruits of this tuberous plant are supposed to possess high nutritional and medicinal properties and have been widely used in many traditional medicine practices. The present study was carried out to scientifically validate the presence of nutritional property and antioxidant activity of Momordica cochinchinensis found in this part of India. The experimental result reveals that the fruits have a high nutraceutical property and a considerable amount of antioxidative activity as the IC50 value was found to be 294.13 ± 0.46 μg/ml.

The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as an Associate Research Fellow (ARF) or a Research Fellow (RF) in its Environment and Production Technology Division. This is a two (2) year, fixed term, renewable, exempt appointment based either at IFPRI’s South Asia Regional Office in New Delhi, India or in Kathmandu, Nepal. The candidate will contribute to the institute’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy Theme, which seeks to identify policies that favor economic development and the broad-based adoption of productivity-enhancing, poverty-reducing agricultural innovations, and to develop global, regional, and national capacity for science, technology, and innovation policy analysis, design and implementation. Current research areas include – but are not limited to – evaluating (1) the impact of technologies and practices associated with sustainable agricultural intensification, as well as targeted subsidies designed to support their sustained adoption; (2) interventions aimed at providing new technologies, products, and services that have a potential impact on labor demand, gender roles, household welfare, and migration; and (3) preferences and behavioral dimensions that influence the sustained adoption of new technologies and practices within heterogeneous farming populations. Particular emphasis is placed on the study of public policies that influence public, private, and civil society interactions around agricultural research, extension and advisory services, rural enterprise, and community-based initiatives. It is anticipated that about 80 percent of the job will be dedicated to applied research, and the remaining 20 percent will be allocated to capacity-building, policy engagement, and outreach activities. Please note that ARF appointments at IFPRI have a maximum term of three (3) years, inclusive of any approved appointment extensions. The final grade level will be determined by demonstrated experience and track record of publications. Essential Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting scholarly research in collaboration with the Cereal Systems Initiative for South Asia (CSISA). CSISA aims to decrease hunger and malnutrition and increase food security among resource-poor, small-scale farm families in South Asia. The initiative’s objective is to promote sustainable intensification of cereal cropping systems, largely through the accelerated development and inclusive deployment of new varieties, sustainable management practices and technologies, and pro-poor public policies. Focal areas for policy research in CSISA include seed systems and markets, scale-appropriate agricultural mechanization, fertilizer and soil nutrient management, and agricultural risk management. The successful candidate will participate in a range of activities including, but not limited to: Conducting literature reviews; implementing household surveys, lab-in-field experiments, randomized evaluations, etc.; in-depth data analysis; and conducting policy analysis on farm-level constraints to productivity growth and the impacts of adoption of sustainable intensification technologies and practices in the rice-wheat and related farming systems of South Asia. Supporting efforts to strengthen the capacity of partner organizations and networks to conduct scholarly research and communicate evidence-based policy recommendations in South Asia. Preparing project reports, research papers, presentations, and publishable journal articles in collaboration with researchers at IFPRI, CSISA project researchers, and other collaborators and partners. Contributing to CSISA’s country coordinating committee overseeing the planning and implementation of program activities in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. The successful candidate will work with a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team of researchers, and is expected to engage in a broad range of research projects and activities in South Asia. Required Qualifications: PhD in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Development Economics, Applied Economics, or closely related field. Strong capabilities in quantitative analysis and ability to use economic theory and methods in innovative and policy-relevant ways to examine agricultural development issues. Experience with the collection of observational and experimental data and analysis using a range of applied econometric techniques. Proficiency with R, Stata, or other computer platforms for statistical analysis. Familiarity with agricultural and economic development issues in South Asia related to poverty, natural resource management, economic growth, and food security. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both with a team as well as independently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Willingness to travel extensively (including internationally) as required. At the Research Fellow Level: 3+ years of post-PhD experience relevant to the job and demonstrated fundraising experience Excellent publication record in peer-reviewed journals Major external recognition within peer professional network due to publications and other leaderships activities Demonstrated leadership skills and strong experience building and managing teams Demonstrated leadership in developing global research programs for policy recommendations Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written reports, journal articles, oral presentations, blog posts, and other forms of written and oral communications associated with scholarly research outputs Familiarity with a broad range of quantitative methodologies, including – but not limited to – randomized evaluations, discrete choice experiments, and quasi-experimental techniques Proficiency Proficiency with at least one South Asian language. IFPRI provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. The Institute conducts research, communicates results, optimizes partnerships, and builds capacity to ensure sustainable food production, promote healthy food systems, improve markets and trade, transform agriculture, build resilience, and strengthen institutions and governance. Gender is considered in all of the Institute’s work. IFPRI collaborates with partners around the world, including development implementers, public institutions, the private sector, and farmers’ organizations. IFPRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. To apply, Go to www.ifpri.org . Click on “Jobs ” and “ Research Positions ” to link you to Position # 16-155 – Associate Research Fellow/Research Fellow, EPTD. Please complete the on-line application and indicate on your cover letter if you plan to attend the 2017 ASSA Annual Meeting in Chicago. We will inform applicants of their status as soon as the Search Committee reviews applications.

The trend of globalization causes many species to be moved around the world and into areas in which they have never before existed. The impacts on the ecological, economic and sociological aspects of affected ecosystems are often severe, widespread and long-term. Forests around the world, for example, are increasingly being altered by invasions of alien plants, insects, tree pathogens (such as fungi) and other types of organisms. The IUFRO Task Force on Forests and Biological Invasions has been established to gain new insight into this issue by synthesizing information across a range of scientific disciplines. The Task Force is expected to provide opportunities to minimize the number of new invasions. In part, it is hoped this will be accomplished through information sharing.
Find out more about the Task Force at: http://www.iufro.org/science/task-forces/biological-invasions/ Further reading:

• View all IUFRO Spotlights at http://www.iufro.org/media/iufro-spotlights/

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The South Asian economic integration has remained afflicted with a narrative that is more often than not a negative one. As a part of this, the arguments put forth include the assertion that the region lacks in trade complementarities due to similarities in production structures. Therefore, the region can only compete inproducts and there is limited scope for intra-regional trade. The effect of such an argument is enormous. It has apparently led to a tendency to neglect trade integration in South Asia let alone adopting a comprehensive approach towards it, whereby trade in goods, trade in services and investment are sought to be regionally integrated simultaneously. Pakistan’s consistent postponement of Most Favoured Nations (MFN) status to India and Sri Lanka’s ever evasive approach towards Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) are but two glaring examples. The examples of Pakistan and Sri Lanka are deliberate as they both are the only two non-LDCs (Least Developed Countries) apart from India in the region.