Junior Research Assistant – Small Livestock at International Potato Center (CIP)

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Junior Research Assistant to set up and backstop Small Livestock Rearing Clubs, predominately with women. The two livestock species under consideration are cavies (Cavia porcellus L.) and guinea fowl. Cavy rearing will be piloted in the first year, and if successful adopted as the key livestock component. The selected candidate will also be responsible for researching and identifying local feedstuffs appropriate for use.

The Position:

• This position will be hosted by the International Water Management Institute in Ghana, on behalf of the International Potato Center.

• The selected candidate will be based in Tamale, Ghana and will report to the Project and Marketing Manager, Country Liaison.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn all aspects of cavy and guinea fowl rearing with the perspective of teaching others

• Conduct a pilot cavy rearing...