Global Research Lead

2 weeks ago


Bayan Lepas, Malaysia WorldFish Full time

WorldFish seeks to create an inclusive world of healthy, well-nourished people and a sustainable blue planet, now and in the future. We provide research and innovation in aquatic food systems to support sustainable development and food system transformation toward healthy and resilient diets. Our 2030 WorldFish Research and Innovation Strategy: Aquatic Foods for Healthy People and Planet outlines our commitment to guiding the transition to more resilient aquatic food systems in three priority impact areas: Nutrition and Public Health, Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability, and Social and Economic Inclusion.

**The Role**:
WorldFish has an exciting opportunity for a senior research professional to be the **Global Research Lead** - **Nutrition and Public Health **impact area and provide thought leadership to inspire delivery of the nutrition and public health in aquatic food systems. The research leader will advance scientific knowledge and public awareness and understanding of the nutrition, safety and health benefits of aquatic foods through **three priority** actions:

- Inform consumer demand for healthy and nutritious aquatic foods;
- Ensure aquatic foods are safe and healthy for human consumption; and
- Prioritize nutrition and health for vulnerable and marginalized people.

The Global Research Lead will shape the research agenda in the Nutrition and Public Health impact area and lead WorldFish, partners and stakeholders towards our 2030 goals. We’re looking for a researcher with the vision, ability, and drive to deliver impact by bringing out the best in people in diverse, intercultural teams. We’re seeking someone who inspires their colleagues to be the best version of themselves, someone who is respected by donors, and is committed to deliver to our stakeholders.

**The Person**:

- You will have a PhD and experience in the field of aquatic food systems and/or nutrition science, with a track record of high level and influential publications, policy engagement, and a reputation as a thought leader;
- You are committed to seeing research create impact for resilient aquatic food systems;
- You have demonstrated experience working in the global south, including field experience, successful resource mobilization, and with a network of institutional partnerships;
- You will be able to communicate your vision with clarity, inspiring colleagues, donors, and stakeholders to work with WorldFish towards our 2030 goals;
- You will have demonstrated the ability to work across disciplines and sectors; and
- Demonstrate evidence of commitment to systems approaches in relation to aquatic food systems.
- A copy of your curriculum vitae,
- A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above; and
- Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.

Location: It’s preferable that this position is based in **Penang, Malaysia**, however, other WorldFish locations will be considered. This position will involve **international travel**.

**About WorldFish**

WorldFish is an international, nonprofit research and innovation institution that creates, advances, and translates aquatic food systems science into scalable solutions. Our mission is to end hunger and advance progress on the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through science and innovation to transform food, land, and water systems with aquatic foods for healthier people and the planet.

For over 45-years, WorldFish's data, evidence, and insights have shaped practices, policies and investments to end hunger and advance sustainable development in low
- and middle-income countries. We have a global presence across 20 countries in Asia, Africa, and the Pacific, with 460 staff of 30 nationalities deployed where the most significant sustainable development challenges can be addressed through holistic aquatic food systems solutions. Embedded in local, national, and international partnerships, our work sets agendas, builds capacities, and supports decision-making for climate action, food and nutrition security, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, blue economy, One Health, and AgriTech, integrating gender, youth, and social inclusion.

A core element of the 2030 WorldFish Research and Innovation Strategy: Aquatic Foods for Healthy People and Planet is focused on building the resilience of aquatic food systems to shocks, which is critical in a time of climate, economic and geopolitical instability.

**Working at CGIAR**

As part of One CGIAR, we are committed to fair, safe and inclusive workplaces. Our diversity powers our innovation. It is critical for our mission. We are driven by our LEAD values (Learning, Excellence, Accountability and Diversity) and strive to be a thriving and inclusive community of diverse people committed to learning and innovation, and with passion for making a difference in the world.

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