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NATAE : The horizon Europe Natae project launches a call for a service provider for living labs’ organisation in Egypt.

Posted on October 25, 2023

Context
NATAE (Fostering agroecology transition in North Africa through multi-actor, evaluation, and networking) is an awarded project under the Horizon Europe programme. Set in motion in December 2022, NATAE will run for the next three years with aim to foster the adoption of science-based, locallytailored and co-designed agroecology strategies in North Africa. This is planned by creating a comprehensive and quantitative baseline on agroecology, providing a shared understanding, multidimensional performance measures, and analyses of agroecology potential for meeting consumers demand on the market. Coordinated by CIHEAM Montpellier, NATAE gathers 22 partners including research and education institutions from around the Mediterranean, international organizations, specialized NGOs and local associations with the participation of the private sector1 […]

Description of the work package and tasks
Under NATAE’s Work Package 4, a Living-Lab is set up in Egypt in the area of Luxor in order to identify
and evaluate, through a multi-actor participatory approach, the most suitable AE strategies for various
farming systems. Using the framework developed in WP1 and methodology defined in WP2 and WP3,
WP4 will identify most promising combinations of AEP and AE strategies, in representative farming
systems in Luxor, through an interactive multi-actor approach.

The Living-Lab will gather actors from a range of complementary profiles and perspectives on
agroecological transition, including farmers, farm household members, industries, administrations,
NGOs, consumer organisations, research institutions and local advisory services. The governance of
the Living Lab will include a Representative Board consisting of 8-12 people who represent the
diversity of actors in the Living-Lab, and a number of stakeholder groups, as locally relevant.
Under WP4, an entity (hereinafter ‘Service provider’) specialized in multi-actor group organization
and moderation, with focus on North Africa, is needed to implement and monitor the Living-Lab in
Luxor and to join efforts with the WP leader (Wageningen University) and project coordinator (CIHEAMIAMM).

Deadline for submission: the 15th. November 2023 at 12 pm (Paris time)

Proposals should be submitted in English by email with the subject “NATAE Living-Lab Egypt.

Proposal” addressed to:
Hatem BELHOUCHETTE, NATAE Scientific Member: belhouchette@iamm.fr
Georgios KLEFTODIMOS, NATAE Scientific Member: kleftodimos@iamm.fr

🔎  Here is the Term of reference.

LES ARBRES ET LA FORÊT FACE AUX CHANGEMENTS GLOBAUX : LES PAYS MÉDITERRANÉENS À L’AVANT-GARDE

Publié le 23 octobre 2023

Le Groupe Interacadémique pour le Développement (GID) et le Centre International des Hautes Études Agronomiques Méditerranéennes (CIHEAM), avec le soutien de l’Académie des Sciences de France, l’Académie d’Agriculture de France, de l’Institut Européen des Forêts (EFI) et l’appui technique de l’Organisation des Nations unies pour l’alimentation et l’agriculture (FAO), organisent la Xème Conférence PARMENIDES qui se tiendra à l’Institut CIHEAM de Chania (Grèce) les 24, 25 et 26 octobre 2023 : « Les arbres et la forêt face aux changements globaux : les pays méditerranéens à l’avant-garde » 

Les défis à relever par les pays méditerranéens pour assurer l’avenir de leurs espaces boisés sont considérables. Il s’agit pour eux, de faire face à des évolutions marquées aux plans climatique, démographique, socio-économique et culturel tout en répondant aux attentes de la société sur un ensemble varié de biens et services à l’interface de plusieurs secteurs (forêt, eau, agriculture, industrie, tourisme, santé).

La conférence propose neuf tables rondes sur trois sessions:

  1. Renforcer les écosystèmes forestiers méditerranéens et leur potentiel évolutif
  2. Optimiser les synergies entre secteurs d’activités et biens/services forestiers méditerranéens
  3. Répondre aux enjeux climatiques et sociétaux
  • Elles auront pour objectif d’exposer les enjeux (dégradations, désertification, incendies, bioéconomie, etc.), de partager des données récentes et des expériences et enfin de proposer des recommandations en matière de prévention et d’adaptation, de valorisation, de recherche et formation ou encore pour la coopération régionale.

La présentation du “Jardin de la Paix” hebergé à l’Institut du CIHEAM Chania et une visite de terrain au Parc national des Gorges de Samarie sont également prévues.

🔎 Retour sur le PARMENIDES IX « Gestion durable des bassins versants en Méditerranée »

🔎 Consultez le programme GID – CIHEAM – Parmenides X Conference

 

JOURNÉE MONDIALE DE L’OLIVIER 2023

Publié le 23 octobre 2023

Le CIHEAM et le COI (Conseil oléicole international) collaborent pour organiser un événement dédié à la Journée Mondiale de l’Olivier, mettant en lumière le rôle crucial des femmes dans l’industrie oléicole. Cette initiative se tiendra le jeudi 23 novembre au siège du COI à Madrid, en marge de la 118e session de son Conseil des membres.

Un éventail d’activités sera proposé pour mettre en avant l’importance des femmes œuvrant dans le domaine de l’huile d’olive et leur contribution essentielle à la transmission de connaissances et de compétences. À cette occasion, le COI et le CIHEAM invitent des représentantes de réseaux de femmes influents dans le secteur oléicole mondial, ainsi que des responsables d’organisations internationales qui œuvrent à la reconnaissance du rôle des femmes dans la société.

L’événement comprendra des dégustations d’huiles d’olive en provenance de divers pays, des plats traditionnels à base d’huile d’olive et d’olives de table, la diffusion de vidéos illustrant l’ensemble du processus de production des produits oléicoles, la signature d’un Manifeste, et une cérémonie de remise de prix pour un concours international d’œuvres graphiques.

“La Journée mondiale de l’olivier a été proclamée par l’Organisation des Nations Unies pour l’éducation, la science et la culture (UNESCO) lors de sa Conférence générale en 2019 et à l’occasion de sa 40e session. Comme le souligne l’organisation, cet « arbre universel » séculaire est essentiel non seulement pour les terres où il pousse, mais aussi pour les communautés de notre planète commune dans son ensemble.”

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🔎 Date limite : 29 octobre 2023 jusqu’à 23h59 (heure de Madrid, Espagne)

EXCEL4MED : PARTICIPER À L’ENQUÊTE SUR LES OPINIONS DES CONSOMMATEURS CONCERNANT LES NOUVEAUX PRODUITS ALIMENTAIRES QUI SERONT PRODUITS EN UTILISANT LES RÉSIDUS D’AGRUMES ET DE GRENADES.

Le 19 octobre 2023

Le but de ce questionnaire est de recenser les avis des consommateurs et d’évaluer leurs consentements pour de nouveaux produits alimentaires à base de résidus d’agrumes et de grenades (les graines, les écorces).

EXCEL4MED est un projet de recherche coordonné par l’Université d’Athènes (NKUA) avec la participation de 13 partenaires de trois pays (Grèce, Malte et France). L’objectif de ce projet est d’évaluer la durabilité de la chaîne d’approvisionnement en fruits dans les bassins Méditerranéens.

Ce questionnaire durera en moyenne sept minutes. Nous vous rappelons qu’il est anonyme et vous remercions pour l’intérêt que vous accordez a notre étude!

🔎 Vous pouvez accéder à l’enquête via ce lien.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: Recruitment of a Research Engineer in Agricultural Economics / NATAE and EXCEL4MED projects

October 12, 2023

The Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Montpellier (CIHEAM Montpellier), one of the four institutes of the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM), is an intergovernmental organization whose mission is the development of higher education and lifelong learning, research and cooperation in the Mediterranean area. Within the scope of the NATAE and EXCEL4MED projects, CIHEAM Montpellier offers a position of a Research Engineer.

CONTEXT

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled researcher to take on an exceptional role working across two groundbreaking projects, 50% NATAE (Fostering Agro-ecological Transition in North Africa, under the project number 101084647) and 50% EXCEL4MED (Excellence hub in green technologies: Introducing innovation ecosystems in the Mediterranean food value chain, under the project number 101087147). These two projects are funded under the prestigious Horizon Europe programme, representing a significant opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and environmental conservation efforts. In this unique and exciting position, you will have the privilege of splitting your time evenly between two innovative initiatives that address pressing global challenges […]

ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

NATAE project:
• Data analysis from the LLs in Tunisia and Algeria;
• Prepare the database, calibrate the modelling chain, and perform simulations for the LLs in Algeria and Tunisia;
• Trade-off analysis of agro-ecological practices in the above LLs;
• Participate in the deliverables D2.1: NATAE modelling chain and data base and D2.2: Trade-off analysis of current & foresight scenarios tested at LL and RL levels;

EXCEL4MED project:
• Collaborate with the Maltese LL partners for the collection of the necessary data;
• Support the PI for the organization and the monitoring of the Maltese Living-Lab;
• Participate in the Cost-Benefit analysis of Task 4.1 via the use of DAHBSIM model including calibration and scenario simulation;
• Trade off analysis of different innovation practices;
• Provide regular short progress reports on the advancement of the WPs and contributions to the corresponding project deliverable 4.1 “Report on the estimation of cost and revenue generation”.

REQUIREMENTS

The ER candidate must meet the following requirements:
• Master 2 in Economics or Agronomy;
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis;
• Knowledge on farm-typology and bio-economic modelling;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to establish and maintain lasting and constructive formal relationships;
    • Dynamism, reactivity and autonomy;
    • Excellent skills of writing and synthesis (work plans, technical reports and other acts and management, ordinary correspondence, notes, messages, summary sheets);
    • Good teamwork abilities, particularly in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary context;
    • Ability to propose solutions to problems and critical issues that might arise during the project.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

  • Contract duration: fixed term contract of 12 months’ renewable twice (up to 36 months);
  •  Full-time (35 hours per week);
  • 5 weeks’ annual leave;
  • Salary: According to experience;
  • Location: Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Montpellier (Route de Mende, Montpellier, France) with occasional travels in different partner countries.

Contact for any information on the project: belhouchette@iamm.fr

CIHEAM Montpellier is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and gender. Position open to people with disabilities.

SELECTION PROCESS

The application must be written in English and include a CV and a cover letter concerning the missions defined in the job description.

Deadline for Submission: 31st of October 2023

Selection Committee: 2nd of November 2023

Starting Date: 6th of November 2023

The application file must be sent by email with the following object “RestPoll & EXCEL4MED RE candidate Vacancy” to emploi@iamm.fr

🔎 For more information

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: Recruitment of a Research Engineer in Agricultural Economics / RESTPOLL and EXCEL4MED projects

October 12, 2023

CONTEXT

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled researcher to take on an exceptional role working across two groundbreaking projects, 50% RestPoll (Restoring Pollinator habitats across European agricultural landscapes, project number 101082102-2) based on multi-actor participatory approaches and 50% EXCEL4MED (Excellence hub in green technologies: Introducing innovation ecosystems in the Mediterranean food value chain, project number 101087147). These two projects are funded under the prestigious Horizon Europe program, representing a significant opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and environmental conservation efforts. In this unique and exciting position, you will have the privilege of splitting your time evenly between two innovative initiatives that address pressing global challenges […]

ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

RestPoll project:
• Support the PI for the Living-Lab organization and management;
• Prepare the database, calibrate the DAHBSIM model, and perform simulations for the LLs in Germany and Italy, and Spain;
• Trade-off analysis of the innovative practices in the above countries;
• Provide regular short progress reports on the advancement of the task and contributions to the corresponding project deliverables: D3.4: “Synthesis report of the model results” and D4.1: “Guidelines for how to establish and facilitate LLs”.

EXCEL4MED project:
• Collaborate with the Greek LL partners for the collection of the necessary data;
• Support the PI in the organization of the Greek Living-Lab;
• Participate in the Cost-Benefit analysis of Task 4.1 via the development of a simple bio-economic model as a basis for a wider value chain analysis;
• Trade-off analysis for innovative practices;
• Provide regular short progress reports on the advancement of the WPs and contributions to the deliverable D4.1 “Report on the estimation of cost and revenue generation”.

REQUIREMENTS

The ER candidate must meet the following requirements:
• Master 2 in Economics or Agronomy;
• Excellent knowledge of participatory approaches;
• Knowledge on pollination services dynamics;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to establish and maintain lasting and constructive formal relationships;
    • Dynamism, reactivity and autonomy;
    • Excellent skills of writing and synthesis (work plans, technical reports and other acts and management, ordinary correspondence, notes, messages, summary sheets);
    • Good teamwork abilities, particularly in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary context;
    • Ability to propose solutions to problems and critical issues that might arise during the project.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

  • Contract duration: fixed term contract of 12 months’ renewable twice (up to 36 months);
  •  Full-time (35 hours per week);
  • 5 weeks’ annual leave;
  • Salary: According to experience;
  • Location: Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Montpellier (Route de Mende, Montpellier, France) with occasional travels in different partner countries.

Contact for any information on the project: kleftodimos@iamm.fr

CIHEAM Montpellier is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and gender. Position open to people with disabilities.

SELECTION PROCESS

The application must be written in English and include a CV and a cover letter concerning the missions defined in the job description.

Deadline for Submission: 31st of October 2023

Selection Committee: 2nd of November 2023

Starting Date: 6th of November 2023

The application file must be sent by email with the following object “RestPoll & EXCEL4MED RE candidate Vacancy” to emploi@iamm.fr

🔎 For more information

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