Job Description:

The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) is a nonprofit, independent international agricultural research center headquartered in Taiwan, with regional offices around the world. WorldVeg conducts research and development programs aimed at improving incomes and diets in the developing world by increasing the production and consumption of nutritious and health-promoting vegetables. For more information about the World Vegetable Center, please visit our website: worldveg.org. WorldVeg is looking for a Partnerships Assistant to work in the Office of the Deputy Director General-Partnerships at its headquarters in Shanhua, Tainan, Taiwan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Deputy Director General-Partnerships in establishing the 'Open Science Center.'
• As directed by the Deputy Director General-Partnerships, communicate and establish connections with universities and advanced research institutes in Taiwan and abroad for partnerships.
• Develop and manage institutional arrangements, such as MoUs, exchange of acceptance letters, joint committees to plan and oversee partnerships, etc.
• Coordinate and manage inquiries regarding visiting training at WorldVeg HQ.
• Manage invitation letters for training courses organized by WorldVeg.
• Manage logistics for visiting students, trainees, and scientists at WorldVeg HQ.
• Provide secretarial assistance to the Deputy Director General-Partnerships.
• Perform any other duties as required by the needs of the Center and as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's or MSc degree, preferably in a foreign language or agriculture-related field.
• At least one year of work experience in administration-related business.
• High proficiency in English and Chinese languages, both written and spoken.
• Excellent computer skills and working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and word-processing applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and face new challenges.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams in a multicultural, multinational environment.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in challenging situations.

The Reward: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position with competitive pay and benefits.

The candidate we hire will embody WorldVeg's Five Core Values:

1. Dedication to Innovation and Knowledge Sharing: Supports the conduct of world-class science, respects ethical standards, and is committed to sharing results in a transparent manner.
2. Commitment to Impact: Aspires to achieve positive, tangible, and lasting impact contributing to Sustainable Development Goals.
3. Commitment to Partnerships: Believes in the value of partnerships to advance research for development.
4. Respect for People: Respects the diversity of gender, culture, ethnic origin, religion, age, beliefs, and views.
5. Respect for the Environment: Strives to minimize its environmental impact and to introduce greener technology and practices.

How to Apply: Applicants should submit a letter of application explaining their suitability for and interest in the position, along with a curriculum vitae, a recent passport-size photograph, names and addresses (including telephone/fax/e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability to jobapply@worldveg.org or the job bank site before April 14, 2023. Please mention the position title in the subject line.

104 Job Bank: https://www.104.com.tw/job/7y9qj?jobsource=company_job