ppThe Organization /ppThe Alliance of Bioversity International CIAT delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crises of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. /ppThe Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. /ph3About The Position /h3pBased in Rome and under the direct supervision of the Senior Manager Business Development and Diversification, the position supports the valorization and scaling of science-based innovations by strengthening the link between research, market opportunities, and industry partnerships. The position contributes to innovation programmes, lab-to-market initiatives, and industry engagement activities, with the objective of improving the commercial readiness, sustainability, and impact potential of agri-food innovations supported by A4IP. /ph3Key Duties And Responsibilities /h3ulliSupport the valorization of scientific innovations by strengthening their commercial and market readiness. /liliCoordinate implementation of assigned lab-to-market programmes/innovation challenges. /liliSupport the development of partnerships between innovation teams and private‑sector stakeholders. /liliContribute to the scaling and positioning of science-based innovations within the agri‑food innovation ecosystem. /liliSupport resource mobilization and programme visibility activities. /liliWork closely with internal teams including programme, finance, legal, and HR units to support innovation and technology‑transfer activities. /liliSupport engagement with innovation teams, startups, entrepreneurs, and researchers participating in A4IP programmes. /liliInteract with private‑sector partners such as impact investors, startups, corporate innovation teams, and industry stakeholders.



/liliSupport collaboration between scientists and external partners to strengthen market adoption of research outputs. /liliMaintain relationships with key stakeholders within the innovation ecosystem. /liliSupport the organization and implementation of innovation challenges, bootcamps, pitch events, and lab‑to‑market programmes. /liliContribute to the evaluation and assessment of agri‑food technology innovations, against established criteria and recommend follow‑up actions. /liliSupport innovation teams on business models, commercialization strategies, and market positioning, based on established programme approaches. /liliContribute to the preparation of project documentation, reports, and communication materials. /liliSupport the identification of funding opportunities and the preparation of proposals. /liliMaintain stakeholder databases and innovation tracking tools. /liliSupport the organization of stakeholder events and the Venture‑Out event series. /liliContribute to the preparation of reports on project outcomes, stakeholder engagement, and programme activities. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3h3Required qualifications and experience /h3ulliUndergraduate degree in Business, Innovation Management, Economics, International Development, or a related field. /liliExperience in innovation programmes, startup ecosystems, or technology‑transfer initiatives. /liliExperience working with research‑based or science‑driven innovations. /liliExperience supporting innovation challenges, accelerators, or lab‑to‑market programmes. /liliExperience working with private‑sector partners, startups, or investors is considered an asset. /liliExperience in project coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. /li /ulh3Required Competencies /h3ulliGood understanding of the agri‑food innovation ecosystem and innovation‑to‑market processes.



/liliStrong analytical skills with the ability to assess innovation potential and market relevance. /liliKnowledge of business models, commercialization strategies, and market positioning. /liliStrong stakeholder engagement and relationship‑management skills. /liliExcellent communication and presentation skills. /liliStrong organizational skills and attention to detail. /liliExcellent written and oral communication skills in English. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3h3Terms of employment /h3pThis position is a bnationally /b recruited staff position based in bRome, Italy /b. /ppThe initial contract will be for up to bone (1) year /b, subject to a probation period of six (6) months, and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources. /ppThis position is graded at bBG07 /b level, with a minimum annual basic salary of bEuro 47,637 /b in a scale of BG02 to BG14 (BG14 being the highest level according to the Alliance job classification framework policy). We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including but not limited to insurance, retirement plan, staff training and development, paid time off and flexible working arrangements. /ppThe Alliance of Bioversity International CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. /ppPlease note that eligible applicants must have the legal status to live and work in Italy: /pulliBe Italian nationals holding a valid passport or identity card. /liliOr be EU citizens holding a valid passport or identity card and confirmation of registration from the Registrar’s Office (Anagrafe). /liliOr Non‑EU citizens holding a valid Italian work permit (permesso di soggiorno per lavoro subordinato). /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 1) Senior Associate, Science Valorization & Industry Engagement (Rome, Italy) (Roma)
🏢 Alliance Of Bioversity International And Ciat
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