Country Representative - Pakistan

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a CGIAR Research Center, is on the lookout for a dynamic leader to join our office in Lahore, Pakistan as the Country Representative - Pakistan.

This is an internationally recruited position; therefore, individuals with relevant abilities from diverse locations around the world are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to be based in Lahore, Pakistan.

Under the guidance of the Asia Director for Research Impact, the Country Representative is responsible for designing and leading the strategic research and operational direction in the country, ensuring alignment with national development priorities and research needs while overseeing a research-for-development portfolio and securing funding opportunities. The role involves managing in-country staff, fostering relationships with government bodies, national partners, donors, and civil society, and advocating for the organization’s mission through high-level engagements and the communication of research outputs. The Country Representative oversees office operations, risk management, financial reporting, and quality assurance for research portfolio management to ensure efficient and high-standard service delivery.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main Purpose of Job:

• Design and lead the implementation of the strategic research and operational dire