Consultant-Policy Studies

About ICRISAT

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organisation that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and Africa, working with partners around the world. Drylands cover about 45% of the world's land, are home to 2.3 billion people (one in three) and support 45–50% of the world's livestock. ICRISAT's vision is a prosperous, food-secure and resilient dryland tropics. ICRISAT is headquartered in Patancheru, Hyderabad, India, with two regional hubs and eight country offices in Africa. For more information visit - www.icrisat.org

Role Purpose

ICRISAT seeks applications from a dynamic and motivated professional for one vacancy of Consultant - Policy Studies – under the Transforming Agrifood System programme and the Socio-economics, Inclusion and Impact cluster. The Project Components require a defined set of policy studies to inform enabling-environment reforms and to leverage convergence schemes in support of sustainable landscape management across the DNP region. The objective of the assignment is to design and deliver these policy studies and translate their findings into actionable recommendations for policy and programme stakeholders. The work location is Jaisalmer/Barmer, Rajasthan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design study methodology for each assigned policy study in coordination with the PI and the relevant technical experts 
• Conduct primary/secondary research and stakeholder consultations as required 
• Draft policy study reports meeting GEF/FAO technical reporting standards 
• Present findings to SPMU/PSC as required 
• Support integration of policy recommendations into AWPB planning 
• Support integration of policy study insights to inform convergence and state/ central government relevant policies 
• Make study findings usable for PSC/SSC discussions, policy dialogues and policy briefs, and for convergence with relevant government programmes and schemes 

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's/PhD in Public Policy, Economics, Environmental Studies, or related field
• Minimum 6 years of experience in policy research relevant to NRM/agriculture
• Demonstrated experience producing policy studies/reports for government or donor-funded programmes 
• Familiarity with Rajasthan's NRM/agriculture policy landscape preferred 
• Fluency in Hindi/Rajasthani.

Terms of Appointment

This is a contract role for 12 months (01 years). It may be renewed based on performance and the Institute’s continuing need for the position.

How to apply

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. Shortlisting will start from 19 November 2026. All applicants should apply with their latest resume, and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable about their professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be nationals of the country of assignment or possess a valid work permit and legal authorization to work in the country to be eligible to apply for this position.

ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining a progressive and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether they have a disability.