Company:
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Location:
Kigali
Experience:
Any level
Deadline:
03 Jul 2026
Description
Research Consultant Opportunity – IITA / TAAT Phase II (Fish Compact): (Deadline 3 July 2026) Position Title: Research Consultant – Assessment of Limnothrissa miodon (Isambaza) in Lake Kivu Organization: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)TAAT Phase II – Fish Compact (WorldFish) Location: Field-based (Lake Kivu, Rwanda) + Partial Remote Work Job Overview: The consultant will support research on sustainable production and fisheries management of Isambaza (Limnothrissa miodon) in Lake Kivu. Key responsibilities include: Conducting scientific literature review (ecology, fisheries, socio-economics) Designing and implementing field data collection (surveys, KIIs, FGDs) Data analysis (quantitative & qualitative) Supporting stakeholder engagement and...
Research Consultant Opportunity – IITA / TAAT Phase II (Fish Compact): (Deadline 3 July 2026)
Position Title:
Research Consultant – Assessment of Limnothrissa miodon (Isambaza) in Lake Kivu
Organization:
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) TAAT Phase II – Fish Compact (WorldFish)
Location:
Field-based (Lake Kivu, Rwanda) + Partial Remote Work
Job Overview:
The consultant will support research on sustainable production and fisheries management of Isambaza (Limnothrissa miodon) in Lake Kivu.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting scientific literature review (ecology, fisheries, socio-economics)
Designing and implementing field data collection (surveys, KIIs, FGDs)
Data analysis (quantitative & qualitative)
Supporting stakeholder engagement and consultations
Contributing to scientific reports and publications
Coordinating field activities and logistics
Required Qualifications:
PhD in Fisheries Science, Zoology, Aquatic Biology, or related field
Strong experience in:
Fisheries research & stock assessment
Data analysis (qualitative & quantitative)
Scientific writing & publication
Experience in inland water fisheries (small pelagic systems preferred)
Contract Duration:
5 months (renewable depending on funding)
Start Date: 01 August 2026
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit:
Detailed CV
Motivation letter highlighting relevant experience