Biomass Scientist

About the role

The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is seeking a Biomass Scientist to lead cutting‑edge research on forest biomass and natural resource management. The role involves providing scientific guidance, supervising publications, and building capacity across multidisciplinary teams in Nairobi and beyond.

Key responsibilities

• Provide scientific guidance ensuring research concepts and methods meet the highest standards.
• Collaborate with theme coordinators and CIFOR leaders to define and implement emerging research activities.
• Write, supervise and disseminate scientific publications and communications.
• Lead project capacity‑building initiatives and mentor junior scientists and students.
• Represent CIFOR in national, regional and global forums on forest governance.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders and pursue additional research funding.
• Plan, monitor and report on research activities, budgets and donor requirements.

Required profile

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., natural resource management, social sciences).
• Proven experience in collaborative research, budget management and multi‑project coordination.
• Strong record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated success in resource mobilisation, proposal development and securing donor funding.
• Fluent written and spoken English; additional international language(s) an advantage.
• Experience working with diverse partners and multidisciplinary teams in developing‑country contexts.

Required skills

• Scientific research methodology
• Project budgeting and financial reporting
• Fundraising and proposal writing
• Scientific writing and publication management
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership development