Closed
Colombia
Posted 5 years ago
AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN A CGIAR CENTER’S SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITION DEDICATED TO REDUCING POVERTY, ENHANCING FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY, AND IMPROVING NATURAL RESOURCES
Bioversity International (https://www.bioversityinternational.org/) and CIAT (https://ciat.cgiar.org/) are advancing in establishing an Alliance to deliver research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Implementation is underway to operationalize the Alliance in January 2020. The main components include finalizing a research strategy and results framework (SRF), and aligning and harmonizing operations and procedures to reduce transaction costs and increase effectiveness and impact. The Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners from low- to high-income countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. With partners, the Alliance generates evidence and mainstreams innovations in large-scale programs to create food systems and landscapes that sustain the planet, drive prosperity and nourish people. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, the world’s largest agricultural research and innovation partnership for a food-secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. Together, Bioversity and CIAT bring a combined 2019 budget of roughly US$128 million and approximately 1,200 staff to the Alliance. Some 60% of staff are at the 500-hectares CIAT campus in Palmira, Colombia, where “Future Seeds,” a state-of-the-art genetic resources center, is under construction.Managing Director for the Americas
The Managing Director (MD) will lead the operations in the Americas, from the campus in Palmira. The MD, who will report to the Director General (DG) in Rome. Key Responsibilities- Will be responsible for the organization’s ongoing success in the region, working closely with colleagues and partners and building on the centers’ accomplishments, experience, and partnerships in the region.
- In a role that spans research and management, the MD will play a pivotal role in advancing change efforts, as CIAT and Bioversity International strive to build a unified, efficient and agile research organization that is positioned to carry out its SRF.
- Within the framework of the global SRF, the MD will lead the process to shape the Alliance’s research strategy for the Americas and will oversee its implementation.
- This individual also will be responsible for overseeing, and as appropriate rethinking, the business operations at the campus in Palmira, and serving as the legal representative of CIAT in Colombia.
- This opportunity will engage a creative and forward-thinking leader who is prepared to collaboratively tackle strategic, research, and organizational demands to strengthen the Alliance’s capacity to successfully serve our important mission
- Capabilities and Knowledge in:
- Research Strategy and Implementation: Understands the research needs in the Americas, the role of various players, and the niche of the Alliance.
- Partnerships and Communications: Builds new and maintains active strategic partnerships in the region that advance research, resource mobilization, and government relations.
- Management and Organization: Plans and ensures sound management of the Palmira campus and Alliance operations, finances and facilities in the region, strengthening systems and practices in response to research needs.
- High-level relationships in the Americas and excellent relationship-building skills, working within a diverse community
- Fluency in English and Spanish both verbal and written is essential
- He or she must be an excellent communicator including the ability to build and promote teamwork, build consensus and a business-savvy
Closed
Nairobi
Posted 5 years ago
AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON HAVING A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, INNOVATION, AND CAPACITY STRENGTHENING
We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/) to fill the Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development Position. Currently, we are contacting market researchers and development specialists to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position. CIP, a global CGIAR research center, works to improve diets and incomes of poor people in Africa, Asia, and Latin America through scientific research, innovation, and capacity strengthening. CIP is working closely with research partners, governments, private sector and civil society in more than 20 countries. Focusing on potato and sweet potato as the entry point, CIP’s programs seek to strengthen broader agri-food systems to generate economic, social and nutritional benefits for farmers, enterprises, and consumers emphasizing the priorities of women and youth in particular. Harnessing the power of markets to reach low-income consumers is a key part of our strategy. Entrusted with renewed support from globally leading funders, including the UK government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, CIP is looking for fresh and ambitious technical leadership that will strengthen its ability to engage with markets for connecting with the lives of poor people at a large scale. The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development
The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic and ambitious market researcher and development specialist to upgrade and lead organization-wide efforts for consumer research and market development. This is a great opportunity to contribute to sustainable and nutritious food systems for some of the world’s poorest people by joining a leading international agricultural research center. The Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development will lead CIP’s engagement with food market systems in Africa and South Asia, with an initial focus on biofortified sweet potato where demand for collaboration from commercial partners has grown strongly. The overall purpose of this new position is to improve the market orientation of CIP’s technology development and delivery programs and partnerships focusing on low-income consumers in rural and urban markets. The Technical Lead will be able to apply the latest approaches and methodologies for consumer research, market system analysis, supply chain development, and demand creation. S/he will link CIP with leading consumer and market research partners and relevant food system and agri-business networks in Africa, South Asia and globally. The position will contribute to wider CGIAR research programs on markets and nutrition. S/he will report to CIP’s global sweet potato program leader. Key Responsibilities- Provide research and technical leadership to CIP’s program portfolio in the area of consumer research, market system analysis, and market development, including during program design, work planning, advanced training, operational research, and reviews and evaluations.
- Lead the design and implementation of consumer insights, market system strengthening and demand creation components in current programs to scale up the utilization of biofortified sweet potato to improve nutrition among low-income consumers in rural and urban markets.
- Initiate and implement targeted research activities to further the understanding of consumer behavior, market systems constraints, and the effectiveness of market systems strengthening options focused on low-income rural and urban consumers and capturing social inclusion, gender and youth considerations. This research will combine up-to-date qualitative and quantitative methodologies and make use of targeted surveys, ethnographic studies, and the use of syndicated data.
- Lead the design and oversee implementation of a new demand creation strategy for CIP, starting with the sweet potato program.
- Lead the production of scientific and technical publications based on this research work and contribute to dissemination through international conferences and similar forums.
- Develop and manage new partnerships with leading consumer and market research institutes and food industry and agri-business networks with a view of strengthening the contributions of sweet potato and potato to food systems of importance to the poor.
- Contribute to strengthening the capacity of CIP and partner teams for implementing consumer and market analysis and demand creation.
- Contribute to global knowledge sharing and collaborative research through multi-crop CGIAR research programs on markets, nutrition, and agri-food systems.
- Excellent command of qualitative and quantitative methodologies relevant to consumer and market systems research.
- Up-to-date understanding of international food security, nutrition and social development context and familiarity with main research approaches in these areas.
- Proven track record of excellent project management and reporting skills.
- Strong track record of original research and publications in relevant areas.
- Excellent leadership skills to promote effective collaboration within the team and across partner organizations.
- Willingness and ability to travel and work in resource-poor, rural areas.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English
- Exciting career opportunities in an international organization.
- Internationally competitive salary paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive international insurance coverage.
- Attractive retirement plan.
- Three-year term contracts with the possibility of renewal.
- Work in an equal and diverse workplace.
AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO HAVE A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH ROOT AND TUBER SYSTEMS.
We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/) to fill the Country Manager in Mozambique Position. Currently, we are contacting country-level managers to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position. The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business, and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations, and the private sector.Country Manager - Mozambique
The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic Country Manager to have oversight of the project activities at the country level to guarantee the delivery of donor commitments. This position will be based in Mozambique and will report to the Regional Director for Africa. The Country Manager will be engaged primarily in the implementation of project-related research activities in the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the design and delivery of quality programs, donor and government relations, fundraising, security, and operations management, and developing a motivated and professional team. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning & Management- Working closing with the Regional Director and regional team to develop a strategic direction and plan for the country program.
- Working closely with project Principal Investigators (PIs) and Global Program Leaders to coordinate integration and implementation of in-country projects, aligned with the strategic country plan.
- Ensure that structures and systems follow CIP standards and that they support program delivery and promote management coordination and efficiency throughout the country.
- Develop CIP as a partner of choice for major local and international donors.
- Develop and maintain a high level of understanding of donor priorities, country plans, and planned funding initiatives.
- Maintain and expand participation with key donors, host government, local stakeholders and relevant policy.
- Play the role of institutional representation at country level with donors, partners, regional fora and networks, programmatic meetings/institutions, CGIAR regional meetings, to support projects.
- Ensure submission of appropriate, timely high-quality proposals and lead required donor negotiations.
- Provide timely and effective oversight of the financial position of the country program including identification and implementation of required changes to match funding levels.
- Maintain effective and coordinated budget monitoring processes for grant funds.
- In coordination with the Risk & Security Unit ensure that the security management plan for the country program is updated and adherence by all staff to CIP security protocols and procedures.
- Maintain a safe & healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
- Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees and ensuring that all staff members are effectively using the performance planning and management system.
- Contribute to project team-building efforts and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
- Excellent leadership skills to promote effective collaboration within the team and across partner organizations.
- Experience working in developing country context is required; specific experience in Africa is an advantage.
- Strong publication records consistent with years of experience;
- Proactive, innovative and creative attitudes;
- Willingness and ability to travel and work in resource-poor, rural areas.
AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO HAVE A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH ROOT AND TUBER SYSTEMS.
We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/) to fill the Head of Operations Position, Africa. Currently, we are contacting finance experts to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position. The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business, and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations, and the private sector. The position is based at CIP Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.Head of Operations, Africa
The International Potato Center (CIP) is proactively seeking to hire an experienced Head of Operations in Africa to ensure effective execution of operational services, promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with CIP rules and regulations and works in close collaboration with the operations and project staff in the region for solving operational-related issues. The Head of Operations in Africa will report to the Regional Director for Africa. The purpose of this position is to be the partner and complement to the Regional Director to develop, implement, and to manage efficient and productive operations in Africa country offices. Key Responsibilities Business Management & Leadership- Develop, execute and monitor CIP - Sub Sahara Africa business plan based on an assessment of the key resource requirements to achieve target research outputs and outcomes.
- Ensure implementation of operation management strategies, adapts processes and procedures focusing on achievement of results such as performance indicators, full compliance of CIP rules and regulations and follow up of audits.
- Partner with Department in HQ: FIN, HR, IT, S&R, G&C, PMU to model standards and behaviors to build knowledge across Africa country offices.
- Compile monthly reports on the status of operations in the region and follow up on action points from regional management team meetings
- Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
- Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees and ensuring that all staff members are effectively using the performance planning and management system.
- Contribute to project team-building efforts and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes
- Finance and Compliance: Ensure operating costs are included in operating budgets and funding proposals and the programmatic growth or scale downs are factored into operations planning. As well, ensure that all support systems and operations teams are operating in accordance with donor compliance regulations.
- HR: Provide leadership to the staff and administration team and ensuring the application of best practices and adherence to national and other relevant compliance regulations.
- IT: Based on compressive needs assessments ensure that all digital data and information needs of operations and program teams are catered for.
- Logistics: Ensure an efficient and responsive supply chain system that meets the needs of program teams.
- Security & Risk: Ensure the highest security & risk management through participatory threat and risk analysis and the development and implementation of standard operating procedures.
- Prior work experience in achieving results on the ground in more than one world region.
- Strong professional experience in the management of financial resources preferably in a non-profit environment.
- Familiar with general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow management.
- Familiar with the management of high-performance multicultural teams.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of Portuguese or French is desirable.
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY A FUN, DYNAMIC AND CREATIVE ROLE IN COMING UP WITH INNOVATIVE AND HIGH IMPACT MEDIA SOLUTIONS AS A TALENT ACQUISITION SOURCING
Background CARRHURE was established in March 2012, HQ is based in Paris, France. CARRHURE is specialized in identifying, evaluating and attracting leaders in the fields of Non-Profit Organizations and NGO sectors. CARRHURE consulting focuses on human resource and personal development. Responsibilities Our entrepreneurial executive search firm is looking for a focused, creative, positive, organized, humble, resourceful and highly accountable Research Associate to join our small, yet aggressively growing startup. The firm is currently supporting a number of positions across the globe. Having worked within the industry, directly supporting the businesses mentioned above, the firm's founders have a wealth of experience and an influential network. Key responsibilities:- Working side by side with a small highly experienced team;
- Learning the ropes of NGOs services recruitment, competitive research, and candidate screening;
- Assisting the build of the team and directly influencing the growth of the firm and its business;
- Lastly, your ability to earn, will be tied directly to your ability to produce; there will be no cap on your income.
- Perform the function of a Research Associate: researching, identifying and recruiting candidates through the use of innovative search methods that include networking, cold-calling, and the creative use of social, professional, and internet networking sites to identify and source candidates.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, sourcing and identifying candidates for key openings in support of our clients.
- Qualifying candidates through recruiting calls and interviews – screening candidates for essential function/duties, work history, training, technical skills, and salary requirements
- Continually building and maintaining a pipeline of client requirements and talent to accommodate for current and future client demands
- Work under the direction of senior team members to learn about client needs;
- Translate those needs into a search strategy;
- Think creatively about what other firms/groups should be targeted;
- Research these firms and their organizational structure by conducting calls and gathering competitive intelligence;
- Take responsibility for producing extremely talented and qualified candidates for open jobs within the firm's clientele.
- Contribute to the development of the business of the firm
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, candidate development, or experienced recruiting in a professional services environment
- Bachelors Degree; or equivalent work experience
- Advanced user knowledge of technology and online sourcing and research tools
- Lead generation and/or organizational mapping experience
- Aptitude with internet research techniques (e.g., Boolean searches, website flipping, etc.)
- Strong investigation/data analysis/research/market-mapping related activities
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and autonomously
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- Certifications in internet sourcing techniques a plus
- Drive and determination to see clients/ Team succeed
- Self-driven, reactive.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong attitude, aptitude and professional experience with excellent interpersonal skills including strong self-motivation, focus, and passion for recruiting
- An entrepreneurial spirit, creative spark, and excitement for building a business
- An ability to be resourceful, take initiative and self-manage
- An ability to multi-task, problem solve and manage multiple projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong commitment to client/candidate service (e.g. responsive to emails, phone calls, proactive in providing feedback and maintaining communications with candidates and clients)
- A strong desire to generate new business
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO DIRECTLY INFLUENCE ORGANIZATIONS AND LEADERS AS A FREELANCE RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT BY LEVERAGING YOUR HEADHUNTING SKILLS IN ATTRACTING HIGH CALIBRE CANDIDATES AND ADDING VALUE TO THE NON-FOR-PROFIT SECTOR
Background Headquartered in Paris, France, CARRHURE Consulting (www.carrhure.com) was established in 2012 with an aim to collaborate with reputable institutions, organizations, and companies that desire to leave a significant mark in the world. With consulting recruitment as its core business, CARRHURE specializes in identifying, gauging, and attracting leaders in the not-for-profit and non-government organizations (NGO) sectors as well as offering tactical strategies to aid organizations in strengthening their presence and relevance in their respective fields. Responsibilities As a Freelance / independent Recruiter, you are responsible for building and maintaining client relationships in order to gain better understanding of their recruitment needs and requirements. Through exceptional business development and search execution, Independent Principal Recruiters produces high-quality outputs with consistent focus on providing superb client and candidate experience. Key Responsibilities: As Freelance / independent Recruiter, you will serve as a vital link between clients and candidates. The role is demanding and diverse and it involves:- headhunting - identifying and approaching viable passive candidates
- screening databases and comparing candidates’ qualifications, credentials, and background to the client’s preferences;
- receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews, and tests and creating a shortlist of candidates for the client
- requesting references and checking the suitability of applicants before submitting their details to the client
- briefing the candidate about the responsibilities, salary, and benefits of the job in question
- preparing CVs and correspondence to forward to clients regarding suitable applicants
- organizing interviews for candidates as requested by the client
- informing candidates about the results of their interviews
- negotiating pay and salary rates and finalizing arrangements between client and candidates
- offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression
- working towards and exceeding targets that may relate to the number of candidates placed, a value to be billed to clients or business leads generated
- reviewing recruitment policies to ensure the effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.
- a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience and advancement to a key position in a relevant industry sector
- solid hands-on experience with today’s office technology
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills; oral and written English fluency is required and fluency in other languages is desired
- understanding of organizational dynamics and politics with a neutral approach to the subject
- sales and negotiation skills;
- a goal-orientated, mission-driven personality and approach to work;
- the ability to handle multiple priorities;
- problem-solving ability;
- the ability to meet deadlines and targets;
- ambition and the determination to succeed;
- tenacity;
- confidence and self-motivation;
- time management and organizational skills;
- creativity, entrepreneurial mindset
AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO HAVE A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH ROOT AND TUBER SYSTEMS.
We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/ ) to fill the Chief Financial Officer Position. Currently, we are contacting finance experts to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position.
The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato and andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations and the private sector. The position is based at CIP Headquarters in Lima, Peru. Chief Financial Officer The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to hire an experienced CFO to assist the Director General in achieving CIP’s performance objectives including operational growth. The CFO will be responsible for all financial KPI metric reporting aspect of the business. The CFO serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership team for CIP, playing a key role in developing and implementing strategy. Reporting to the Director General and partnering with other members of senior management, the CFO will oversee and manage reporting systems and controls, ensuring that key functional leaders and their teams are provided with accurate, timely, and relevant financial data that is required to run the operations. The Chief Financial Officer will oversee all aspects of the International Potato Center’s finances (financial planning and oversight, budget planning and monitoring, accounting, treasury) and procurement. Beyond these primary duties the CFO will also lead the Global Information Technology (IT), Risk Management and Security, Facilities and Maintenance Departments based in Lima, Peru but operating in the global environment across 23 country offices around the world. Additionally, the CFO will contribute to enhancing the Center’s internal operations, resource mobilization, and business model strategy working closely with the Director General and the Senior Management Team to plan, build consensus, and drive the implementation of new and emerging concepts to achieve results. Key Responsibilities Finance & Procurement- Manage the CIP’s fiscal operations, including the effectiveness, integrity and transparency of the finance, accounting, budgeting, control, reporting, IT, security and facilities functions.
- Ensure accurate and high-quality project budgeting and financial monitoring, accounting and reporting (throughout the project life cycle), putting in place and optimizing processes and tools for this purpose.
- Develop efficient and effective financial and business planning models (three-year revolving plan), along with performance metrics that drive the development of monthly and quarterly reports and the annual budgeting process. This must be done considering that we are a project-based organization that requires all of this at the project, program and organizational level.
- Responsible for all finance and accounting functions, including day-to-day financial reporting, working capital/cash management, financial controls and risk management.
- Oversee all financial operations of the organization including tax, accounting, bank relationships, treasury, cash management, payroll, forecasting, and risk management activities to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Works across the organization to ensure effective budget preparation, monitoring of budget variances and linking actual results back to strategic priorities established by the organization’s managerial and functional areas.
- Lead audit preparations and manage ongoing relationship with auditors to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Implementation and maintenance of annual overhead rate calculation for utilization in the fundraising efforts with traditional Aid donors, private donors, foundations, corporations, etc.
- Partner with the Director General and Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees to deploy investment capital in the most effective manner to achieve the organization’s long-term strategic initiatives.
- Preparation of timely and accurate financial reporting to the management teams and the Board of Directors.
- Direct timely and accurate preparation of profit and loss account, balance sheet, standard and special management reports, providing financial analysis and recommendation to Senior Management decision.
- Ensure financial systems and reports are compatible with IFRS, CGIAR standards and follow donor rules and regulations.
- Assure that an appropriate financial framework is in place for informed decision making, including the development and review of financial and risk management strategies, internal audits, corporate financial planning and compliance activities, and improved processes.
- Structure and oversee financial support for growth across the regions where CIP operates.
- Provide strategic oversight and support to the Head of IT through regular meetings and annual reviews.
- Promote a digital transformation strategy by providing high level sponsorship to IT projects across the organization.
- Ensure organizational adherence to the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) policy. Approve annual ERM assessment report and present to Audit and Risk Committee.
- Oversee implementation of a system for organizational risk management, including a risk registry and reporting to the Board of Trustees on a biannual basis incidents and safeguarding risks.
- Provide strategic support and management to the Global Risk and Security Manager and Team to ensure appropriate utilization tools and protocols, training, policies and guidelines.
- Provide strategic support and management to the Facilities and Maintenance Manager and Team to ensure appropriate utilization tools and protocols, training, policies and guidelines.
- Lead CIP efforts to recruit, manage and develop high performing staff to achieve impact and deliver results.
- Develop a positive work environment for all staff to ensure the effective staff management framework, contribute to their performance reviews and identify succession and development plans.
- Manage and coach direct reports to ensure the effective talent management processes, contribute to their performance reviews and identify succession and development plans.
- Excellent business acumen to help lead and set course for CIP to grow and move forward
- Demonstrated knowledge of traditional Aid donors and their financial rules and regulations. Knowledge of USAID a plus.
- Experience creating systems, policies, and tools to support strategic and rapid organizational growth and scaling up organizations, with proven results.
- Demonstrated strategic and analytical skills, including using data and evidence to inform decisions, navigate through setbacks, and drive continuous improvements.
- Experience leading multiple work streams that extend beyond your immediate team, providing leadership for peers, subordinates and partners.
- Demonstrated understanding of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace
- Experience hiring, supervising and managing staff; enforcing accountability; developing leadership across the organization
- Proven hands-on experience in planning and implementing challenging, complex projects that anticipate and respond to the demands of a high-growth organization.
- Strong desires to learn, grow, and apply knowledge to benefit the organization and to engender the same in team members.
- Experience in and commitment to developing team members, both on the job and by supporting staff development programs.
- Demonstrated success in managing people and activities in multicultural environments.
UNE OPPORTUNITE UNIQUE DE CONTRIBUER A L’ENVIRONNEMENT ET A SA PROTECTION
DIRECTEUR(TRICE) GENERAL(E) Direction générale
Statut : Cadre Position : 3.3 Coefficient : 210
Le Fond Mondial pour la Nature (WWF) est l'une des toutes premières organisations indépendantes de protection de l’environnement dans le monde, avec un réseau actif dans plus de 100 pays et fort du soutien de près de 6 millions de membres. Le WWF France, Fondation reconnue d'utilité publique, œuvre pour une planète vivante depuis Paris, Marseille, les Alpes, la Guyane et la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Depuis 1973, le WWF France (https://www.wwf.fr) agit au quotidien afin d'offrir aux générations futures une planète vivante. WWWF France œuvre pour mettre un frein à la dégradation de l'environnement et construire un avenir où les humains vivent en harmonie avec la nature. Mission de la Direction Générale: La Direction Générale pilote la Fondation WWF France au niveau stratégique et opérationnelle. Elle est le garant de la conduite de la stratégie validée par le Conseil d’Administration tant dans la gestion des affaires courantes que dans les opportunités de développement et de positionnement du WWF France. Ce poste est basé en Ile-de-France, au siège du WWF France basé au Pré-Saint-Gervais. Finalité de la fonction : Dans le cadre de la délégation qui lui est consentie par le Conseil d’Administration de la Fondation, le Directeur Général assure la direction de la Fondation, en s’appuyant sur le Comex et les équipes en place tant pour la conduite des affaires courantes de la Fondation que pour l’élaboration de la stratégie de la Fondation. Il a pour mission de faire du WWF France le partenaire incontournable de la mobilisation sur toutes les questions liées à l’environnement et à sa protection, partout où la France est présente. Missions principales : Le/la Directeur(trice) Général(e) reporte à la Présidente et au Conseil d’Administration et supervise les directeurs composant le Comex. Il/Elle :- Élabore et pilote la stratégie validée par le Conseil d’Administration,
- Définit les grandes orientations politiques du WWF France en accord avec les prescriptions du réseau international,
- Arbitre et assure la soutenabilité budgétaire de la Fondation,
- Impulse la vision à 360° et le positionnement du WWF France,
- Soutient et assure la stabilité de la Fondation et pilote son développement.
- S’interroge sur les défis critiques et les opportunités,
- Développe et anime les réseaux politiques, institutionnels, entreprises et grands donateurs,
- Interlocuteur de haut niveau auprès des différents publics de la Fondation et des décideurs des sphères publiques et/ou privées,
- Porte-parole de la Fondation, il en assure le rayonnement tant au niveau national qu’international
- Positionne le WWF France comme un acteur incontournable au sein du réseau WWF International,
- Coordonne le COMEX (Direction de la Communication, de la Générosité du Public, des Relations avec le Monde Économique, des Programmes de conservation et le Secrétariat Général),
- Met en place et suit le reporting aux différentes instances de gouvernance (Bureau, Comité d’Audit et Conseil d’Administration.
- Maîtrise des enjeux environnementaux stratégiques et politiques, nationaux et internationaux auxquels les différentes instances publiques, ainsi que privées sont confrontées ;
- Maîtrise des enjeux principaux du développement durable des entreprises ;
- Connaissance des principales évolutions législatives française et européenne et internationales ;
- Maîtrise du fonctionnement des instances républicaines et politiques ;
- Maîtrise de l’anglais (niveau C1)
- Traduction des objectifs de la Fondation en axes stratégiques ;
- Capacité à intégrer les enjeux transversaux et croisés, afin d’arbitrer au mieux des intérêts de la Fondation ;
- Capacités d’analyse, de gestion des priorités et de décision ;
- Maîtrise des techniques de plaidoyer et lobbying ;
- Management d’équipes pluridisciplinaires ;
- Gestion d’un P&L, élaboration budget annuel et trajectoire financière, définition des KPI ;
- Maîtrise du pilotage des risques projets (qualitatifs, budgétaires, contractuels et de planning)
- Autorité naturelle ;
- Sens politique ;
- Identifie et décrypte les positions des différents interlocuteurs stratégiques internes et externes, repères les bons relais d’influence auprès des personnes à convaincre ;
- Maîtriser les techniques de négociation, savoir convaincre et favoriser l’appropriation des sujets quel que soit le public concerné ;
- Adapter son approche relationnelle et son niveau de discours à son interlocuteur interne et externe ;
- Capacité à transmettre une vision et à faire adhérer à un projet ;
- Maîtriser la prise de parole en public
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Kenya
Posted 5 years ago
EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN A CGIAR CENTER’S SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITION FOCUSED ON MAKING FARMING AND AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT IN DRYLANDS
Established in 1972, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics or ICRISAT (www.icrisat.org ) is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Hyderabad, Telangana State, in India, with two regional hubs (Nairobi, Kenya and Bamako, Mali) and country offices in Niger, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Ethiopia, and Mozambique. Regional Director / Research Program Director, Eastern, and Southern Africa— ESA ICRISAT seeks applications for an internationally recruited staff (IRS) position of Regional Director / Research Program Director for Eastern and Southern African (ESA) to provide appropriate visibility to and effective management of ICRISAT's operations in sub-Saharan Africa. The position is considered primarily research management, although Directors are expected to be involved in research through high-level leadership of activities in ESA. The position will be managed by and report directly to the Deputy Director General for Research as ESA Research Program Director (80%), serve as a member of the ICRISAT Management Group and Research Committee. In the additional role of Regional Director (20%), representing ICRISAT in the ESA region, the position will report directly to the Director-General. The current position is located in Nairobi, Kenya, although location can be considered in other locations in the region. Key Responsibilities Regional Director (20%)- Represent ICRISAT in the ESA region through liaison with Governments of African Countries and pan-Africa authorities, organizations and initiatives.
- Enhance partnerships in the ESA region, especially with regional/sub-regional organizations (ROs/SROs), national agricultural research and extension systems (NARES), Non-Government Organizations and the private sector.
- Achieve the Resource Mobilization targets for the ESA region and optimize utilization of funds in line with the Operations and Salary budget.
- Contribute to the strategic management of the Institute and to do so in a manner consistent with the ICRISAT Code of Conduct.
- As a member of the ICRISAT Management Group, contribute to delivering on ICRISAT’s Strategic Plan, Theories of Change and Country Strategies through professional research management that prioritizes and focuses the Institute’s global research for development programs.
- Lead, coordinate, review and monitor the research activities of the ESA Research Program, including resource mobilization, annual budgeting, research planning, priority assessment, proposal development, partnership relations, staff evaluation, and research reporting.
- Lead the research effort of the Institute in understanding the challenges faced by farmers and communities of the semi-arid tropics of ESA and deliver a coherent research for development agenda for this region.
- Participate on the ICRISAT Research Committee that formally manages the Institute’s research agenda and so ensure science quality and research excellence across the institute and especially within the ESA Research Program.
- Nurture and sustain internal cross-Research Program interactions and teamwork, especially in close liaison with the Research Directors of ICRISAT Global Programs to ensure strong support for and engagement in the implementation of research activities with global connections;
- Assist in public awareness activities in coordination with the Director Strategic Marketing and Communication and the Communication Manager;
- As part of ICRISAT’s broad partnering programs, represent the Institute in engagements within the CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs) to ensure mutual benefits to all participants.
- Commitment to a safe working environment within ICRISAT such that no harm is experienced by staff, partners or the environment.
- Perform other responsibilities assigned by the DDG-R and/or the DG.
- Proven capability to manage a large research program, including all aspects of project management: managing budgets and staff, building and managing partnerships, monitoring and evaluating impacts and leading a diverse team.
- Experience in systems research where multiple stakeholders, including public policy-makers, the private sector, and agribusiness are involved in achieving research outcomes.
- Experience in addressing governance, institutional and market aspects of agriculture with examples of successful research and development interventions.
- Demonstrated commitment to mentoring of staff, a safe workplace and protection of the environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in written and oral communications and public awareness activities.
- Demonstrated championing the critical areas of gender, youth, nutrition, knowledge sharing, and innovation.
- Demonstration of an entrepreneurial spirit with aptitude for innovation.
- Fluency in spoken and written English is essential, knowledge of other languages, especially French will be an asset.
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK AS PRINCIPAL RECRUITER AND DISPLAY AND IMPROVE YOUR HEADHUNTING SKILLS IN ATTRACTING CANDIDATES AND MATCHING THEM TO TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT POSITIONS WITH CLIENT COMPANIES AND TO WORK WITH THE NON-FOR -PROFIT SECTOR
Background Headquartered in Paris, France, CARRHURE Consulting (www.carrhure.com) was established in March 2012. With consulting recruitment as its core business, CARRHURE specializes in identifying, gauging, and attracting leaders in the non-for-profit and non-government organizations (NGO) sectors. Responsibilities As a freelance/ Independent recruiter, named Principal Recruiter, you are responsible for matching candidates to permanent positions with client companies at C-level or mid-level positions. You work with client’s companies, building relationships in order to gain a better understanding of their recruitment needs and requirements. Independent Principal Recruiters screen candidates, interview them, do background checks and finally match them to the clients ‘need. Independent Consultants also provide advice to both clients and candidates on salary levels, training requirements and career opportunities. Key Responsibilities: As Freelance / independent Recruiter, you will provide a vital link between clients and candidates. The role is demanding and diverse and involves:- advertising vacancies by drafting and placing adverts in a range of media, for example, newspapers, websites, magazines;
- using social media to advertise positions, attract candidates and build relationships with candidates and employers;
- headhunting - identifying and approaching suitable candidates who may already be in work;
- using candidate databases to match the right person to the client's vacancy;
- receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews, and tests and creating a shortlist of candidates for the client;
- requesting references and checking the suitability of applicants before submitting their details to the client;
- briefing the candidate about the responsibilities, salary, and benefits of the job in question;
- preparing CVs and correspondence to forward to clients regarding suitable applicants;
- organizing interviews for candidates as requested by the client;
- informing candidates about the results of their interviews;
- negotiating pay and salary rates and finalizing arrangements between client and candidates;
- offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression;
- working towards and exceeding targets that may relate to the number of candidates placed, a value to be billed to clients or business leads generated;
- reviewing recruitment policies to ensure the effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- sales and negotiation skills;
- a goal-orientated approach to work;
- the ability to handle multiple priorities;
- problem-solving ability;
- the ability to meet deadlines and targets;
- ambition and the determination to succeed;
- tenacity;
- confidence and self-motivation;
- time management and organisational skills;
- team-working skills;
- creativity
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF AN AMBITIOUS CONTRIBUTION TO GLOBAL CLIMATE ACTION IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES AND TO HELP BUILD LOW-EMISSION AND CLIMATE-RESILIENT SOCIETIES
The mission of the Green Climate Fund is to assist developing countries to respond to climate change while bringing prosperity to their peoples. Established in 2010, the GCF invests in transformational climate projects in the developing world. The Fund makes an ambitious contribution to global climate action and channels significant financial resources into developing countries to help build low-emission and climate-resilient societies. It is country-driven and undertakes actions which reflect the circumstances of each country concerned and its national aspirations. The GCF is a key enabler of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change. Since its establishment, the GCF has mobilized 10.3 billion USD, accredited 54 entities to channel its resources and approved 74 funding proposals. In addition, it has built up an extensive program to support developing countries identify their needs, in particular those who are most vulnerable to climate change impacts. The GCF’s diverse workforce is advancing its mission from its headquarters in South Korea. The Fund’s talented staff make unique contributions to the Fund, enriching the institution through their combined expertise and professional commitment. GCF is looking to expand its team with more highly skilled and adaptable people who are driven by the Fund’s mandate, people who appreciate challenges and know how to deliver and thrive in a fast moving, dynamic environment.Senior Compliance Officer (IS 6)
The Senior Compliance Officer is responsible for the development and updating of the Fund’s compliance framework to ensure that divisions and offices comply with relevant policies and regulations as related to the operations of the Fund. S/he will manage and lead the compliance team and provide advice in an effort to manage risk deriving from internal and external sources. The incumbent will rely on monitoring, incident management and setting compliance controls to effectively manage risks. S/he will be responsible for further enhancing controls and procedures to ensure business aligns with standards and best practices. On-going, s/he will raise compliance awareness and culture and be the subject matter expert. The role will work cross-functionally to further promote a culture of compliance within the Fund and will require strategic thinking, effective communications, and ability to work in a fast-paced and multicultural workplace. Key Responsibilities Management/Administration- Take overall responsibility for the performance and efficacy of the Compliance function and take decisions and/or recommend to the Head of Office appropriate changes in operations to enhance/maximise results;
- Provide key support to the Head of Office by monitoring the implementation of the Compliance work plan to ensure the delivery of results as planned and according to expectations;
- Assist the Head of Office in planning and allocating resources for the Compliance function to achieve goals and ensure cost effectiveness and appropriate use of resources in accordance with GCF standards;
- Support the Head of Office in the development of the Compliance strategy, frameworks, an annual work plan;
- Review high-level information for reporting to Board Committees such as the Risk Management Committee and Ethics and Audit Committee and assist the Head of the Office in presenting key risk and compliance information to the GCF Board and senior management team;
- Review and assess the internal controls and policies developed by the compliance function to ensure the Secretariat complies with the highest standards of Institutional Compliance;
- Oversee the development, implementation and continuous evolution of the Compliance strategy as well as recommend to the Head of Office impactful tactical initiatives for
- raising awareness of the Fund’s core values, ethical standards and expected professional conduct, both internally and externally;
- Oversee the Compliance function’s monitoring of controls and procedures to ensure the business aligns to the Fund’s standards;
- Lead the review of the GCF compliance risk policy and recommend changes to the Head of Office;
- Provide recommendations to the Head of Office on procedures that improve compliance, or effectively manage exceptions, particularly with policies and procedures related to high risk areas and improves corresponding management tools;
- Leads and sets up the organizational tone for compliance;
- Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops and implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides guidance on how to avoid or treat similar situations in the future;
- Reviews, provides input and clear compliance mission TORs ensuring that the reports are capturing key issues;
- Maintains an effective compliance program including (i) heightening awareness of standards of conduct and (ii) promoting understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies/procedures as an important tool for enhancing the quality of management and ensuring accountability;
- Ensures that oversight findings and root causes of non-compliance are documented, analysed, addressed where possible, and fed into the risk management process;
- Regularly performs Compliance Risk Assessments;
- Collaborate closely with the Senior Ethics Officer/Advisor to ensure that Heads of Divisions carry out Code of Conduct refreshers, while also supporting them to ensure that these values are reflected in daily operations;
- Collaborates with the Head of the Independent Integrity Unit and other functions of the Secretariat as necessary ensuring that mutually agreed coordination and consultation mechanisms are put in place; and
- Undertakes such other related functions as may be assigned by the Head of the Office of Risk Management and Compliance.
- Certification in International Compliance Association (ICA), Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), or similar professional certification such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is highly desirable; professional qualification as a lawyer or equivalent would be an advantage;
- Proven experience with “Know-Your-Customer,” AML/CFT, anti-corruption and anti-fraud best-practices;
- Exposure to developing and performing Compliance Risk Assessments;
- Strategic vision;
- Knowledge of the use of due-diligence tools is mandatory;
- Know-How of Compliance Management Systems
- Established reputation for integrity, sound judgment, fairness, and discretion;
- Demonstrated teamwork (ability to work with others to achieve more effective results), leadership (apply interpersonal influence to inspire others to move in a meaningful direction with competence and commitment), and conceptualization (developing viable solutions based on an understanding of institutional perspective and needs) skills;
- Strong analytical and legal skills with the ability to interpret complex legal and financial information;
- Strong advocacy and liaison skills, and proven ability to communicate with peers as well as GCF stakeholders;
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken, together with the ability to draft in English to a very high standard; and
- Familiarity with other UN languages is an advantage.
- Ability to work in start-up workplace environment that values creative problem solving, open communication and a flat hierarchy;
- High integrity and ethics in a sensitive work environment;
- Able to make well-reasoned and considered judgement in complex situations;
- Results-oriented and resilient individual who will drive through and implement matters with flexibility and with the ability to work unsupervised outside a standard structure and framework;
- Proactive alertness and vigilance to potential breaches in compliance;
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly form working relationships and gain credibility with Staff and Members of the Board;
- Proven communication skills, an effective communicator with the ability to persuade and influence colleagues and be able to deliver goals;
- An effective team player;
- A willingness to adapt and continue learning in a new compliance environment;
- Highly motivated individual who can juggle multiple priorities working within tight deadlines; and
- Committed to the mission of the GCF including its multicultural environment.
- Leadership
- Empowering others
- Managing performance
- Building trust
- Judgement/decision making
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTION PROVIDING ADVOCACY AND LEADERSHIP ON PLURALISTIC AND DEMAND-DRIVEN RURAL ADVISORY SERVICES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (RAS)
The Global Forum for Rural Advisory Services or GFRAS (www.g-fras.org) is an international institution enhancing the performance of advisory services so that they can better serve farm families and rural producers, thus contributing to sustainable development and improved livelihoods worldwide. Its mission is to provide advocacy and leadership on pluralistic and demand-driven rural advisory services for sustainable development (RAS). GFRAS plays a catalytic role, promoting and stimulating interactions between RAS policy stakeholders at global regional and national levels. This space allows regional actors to present their perspectives in global development forums and processes. It also supports the development, exchange, and diffusion of tried and tested RAS approaches, tools, and policies and stimulates institutional and individual capacity development. GFRAS is currently engaged in a major reflection on a renewed business and governance model that will enhance its sustainability. The GFRAS Secretariat, led by the Executive Secretary, is responsible for the implementation of the GFRAS strategy and work plans under the guidance of the Steering Committee. The Swiss Association for the Development of Agriculture and Rural Areas (AGRIDEA) hosts the GFRAS Secretariat. AGRIDEA on behalf of GFRAS is recruiting an Executive Secretary to lead and further expand its activities, starting early 2019. This position will be based at the GFRAS Secretariat, in Switzerland. The Executive Secretary is a long term position.Executive Secretary
The incumbent will have a major role in implementing the decisions that will stem from the October 2018 Steering Committee meeting in this regard. He/she will also have to oversee and support the jump start and implementation of a forthcoming multi-donor grant to GFRAS and three of its major regional networks in close coordination with the programme coordinator. GFRAS is guided by a Steering Committee with members drawn from the regional networks and international development agencies. In close collaboration with the GFRAS Secretariat team, the regional networks, and working groups, as well as the GFRAS Steering Committee, the Executive Secretary is responsible for the following broad tasks. Key Responsibilities Policy, Advocacy, and Global Engagement- Provide leadership and advocacy for political and financial engagement and dialogue on rural advisory services
- Represent GFRAS in different fora, seminars, and conferences
- Provide meaningful and evidence-based inputs to global agriculture and development discourses
- Elaborate, strengthen and maintain relevant strategic partnerships (with funding and technical partners)
- Support the Steering Committee in its efforts to mobilize resources for sustaining and expanding GFRAS activities, its regional networks and country fora, and a functioning Secretariat
- Support the synthesis and development of ideas for improving the effectiveness of RAS
- Provide technical and policy advice to GFRAS regional networks, country fora, and working groups
- Provide technical advice and inputs to activities, publications, and programmes of GFRAS
- Lead the implementation of the GFRAS strategic framework and operational plan and support the Secretariat team in the implementation
- Coordinate the development of strategies, annual budgets, and work plans for validation by the Steering
- Committee through close collaboration with the Programme Manager and drawing upon the experience and guidance of the Steering Committee, the Secretariat team and the regional networks and working groups,
- Provide support to, coordinate, and act upon strategic guidance of the Steering Committee
- Manage staff at the Secretariat as well as overseeing the management of consultants commissioned by the Secretariat team for specific activities
- Assure final responsibility for financial and administrative management; reporting to donors and the Steering Committee
- Coordinate and ensure monitoring of GFRAS activities on global, regional, national levels and in working groups
- Advanced university degree preferably in agricultural or social sciences
- Demonstrated technical understanding of and practical experiences in RAS and its role in agricultural innovation and sustainable development
- Ten years of relevant experience in managing networks or multidisciplinary teams in participatory and inclusive ways
- Demonstrated motivation and passion for GFRAS vision, mission, and principles
- Ability to advocate, inspire, and convince other people
- Critical, innovative and solution-oriented thinking
- High flexibility and adaptability
- Excellent cross-cultural skills
- Work experience in more than one region of the world
- Experience in partnership development and financial resource mobilization
- Proficiency in modern communication and management software
- Excellent written and oral communication in English. Knowledge of other languages such as French, Spanish, Russian or German would be desirable
- Working permit for Switzerland, or the possibility of obtaining a working permit
- Flexibility and capacity to travel worldwide (up to 30% of working time)
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK AT THE FOREFRONT TOWARDS ADDRESSING GLOBAL HUNGER THROUGH SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL INNOVATIONS IN THE AFRICAN, CARIBBEAN, AND PACIFIC GROUP OF STATES (ACP)
The Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation or CTA ( www.cta.int ) is a joint international organization of the African, Caribbean, and Pacific Group of States (ACP) and the EU member states (EU), ). Its mission is to advance food security, resilience and inclusive economic growth in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific through innovations in sustainable agriculture. CTA targets three areas of interventions such as the (1) promotion of youth entrepreneurship, job creation, and enterprise, (2) digitalisation of agriculture to increase productivity and profitability of value chains and (3) promotion of climate-smart agricultural practices to strengthen smallholder farmers’ resilience to climate change. CTA operates under the framework of the ACP-EU partnership agreement, currently the Cotonou Agreement. CTA is funded by the EU through two types of grants (annual operating grants and action grants). Other donors also fund CTA projects in the field.Head of Finance
The position falls under the CTA’s Corporate Services Department. The Corporate Services Department is responsible for budget & financial management, procurement and contractual affairs, and IT services. The Head of Finance reports to the Manager of the Corporate Services Department. He/she is responsible for managing the CTA’s financial services and the systems and processes related to the management of the Centre’s financial resources. He/she oversees the proper implementation of CTA’ financial regulations. Together with the Financial Controller / Internal Auditor, he/she ensures adherence to and strengthening of financial policies, procedures, internal controls, and reporting systems. He/she supervises staff in the Accounting and Finance Unit. Key Responsibilities Accounting and reporting- Ensure proper consolidation, balancing and closing of ledger accounts
- Ensure accounting records and files are kept in respect of subsidies/grants, commitments, payments, receivables, and debt claims
- Ensure integrity of CTA’s financial management system and the controls that underpin it
- Provide regular reports on financial performance (budget, commitments, and expenditure) to Management and the Executive Board
- Prepare annual financial statements
- Lead in maintaining accounting policies, procedures, systems, and internal controls to meet operational and programme requirements, ensuring compliance with CTA’s, tax authorities’ and donor’s financial regulations. Take the lead in designing and implementing required changes
- Approve commitments and ensure they are in accordance with budgets
- Approve payments and ensure they are accurate and made timely and in accordance with budgets and established regulations and donor requirements
- Manage and forecast cash flow
- Prepare requests for payment to donors and maintain files on relevant grant documents
- Advise on development of budgets for projects and operations in the field as well as at Headquarters
- Prepare, set and consolidate operating and program budgets
- Review periodically budgets and update as needed
- Provide regular financial reports to programme coordinators, team leaders, and managers
- Prepare and ensure quality control of the files for the annual verification of expenditure, the financial statements, and the statutory audit
- Prepare in coordination with the Financial Controller, management responses to audit comments made during annual and other audits
- High degree of accuracy and high standards of ethics and professional conduct to ensure correctness and reliability of financial information and reports
- Good planning and organizational skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Good inter-personal skills and good team player
- Good capacity to communicate both verbally and in writing at different levels within the organization and with stakeholders
- Ability to work in an international and multi-cultural environment be flexible and client oriented.
- Ability to effectively lead and inspire others
- Highly developed skills in strategic thinking and problem solving
AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO HELP DEVELOPING COUNTRIES MAKE FARMING MORE COMPETITIVE, PROFITABLE, AND RESILIENT THROUGH SMARTER, MORE SUSTAINABLE NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
The International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT; www.ciat.cgiar.org) works to reduce hunger and poverty, and improve human nutrition in the tropics through research aimed at increasing the eco-efficiency of agriculture. CIAT recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, commemorating half a century of generating and strategically positioning state-of-the-art knowledge to inform policy and on-the-ground actions in pro of a sustainable food future. CIAT's global research contributes to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and cuts across four key themes: big data, climate-smart agriculture, ecosystem action, and sustainable food systems. CIAT works in collaboration with hundreds of partners to help developing countries make farming more competitive, profitable, inclusive and resilient through smarter, more sustainable natural resource management. Through our research, we help policymakers, scientists, and farmers respond to some of the most pressing challenges of our time, including food insecurity and malnutrition. CIAT's global team includes almost 1000 scientists, technical and administrative based in three major hubs: Cali, Hanoi, and Nairobi. To meet growing demands for research-for-development solutions at a greater scale and within a period that is commensurate with rapidly changing global challenges, CIAT is establishing an Alliance with Bioversity International, a global research-for-development organization which vision is that agricultural biodiversity nourishes people and sustains the planet. Both organizations are members of the CGIAR System Organization, the world’s largest global agricultural innovation network. The Director of Finance will be based at CIAT offices in Palmira, Colombia. The position involves frequent travel.Director of Finance
Reporting to the Director General, the Director of Finance will be responsible for overseeing the overall financial management and functions worldwide such as Project Financial Planning & Monitoring, institutional budgeting, institutional accounting and reporting, treasury operations, taxes, and recoveries. He or she has a strong impact and influence within the Senior Management, therefore, we are looking for candidates with strong financial literacy, attention to detail, timeliness in completing tasks, clear and accurate record keeping and a strong vision to seek for improvement. The incumbent will interact closely with research area directors, program leaders, researchers and the Partnership's office to assure an efficient operation in order to achieve CIAT's scientific research outcomes, outputs, and goals. Key Responsibilities- Providing leadership to ensure financial health and liquidity of the Centre to achieve research objectives
- Leading financial activities related to research programs and projects from the proposal development, reporting, and closing stage
- Leading financial analysis and multi-year planning efforts
- Assuring, together with the Treasury coordinator, adequate fund allocation, appropriate liquidity, and funds flow at headquarters and the regional offices
- Safeguarding and strengthening of CIAT’s reserves
- Providing strategic advice to CIAT’s senior management team on financial related matters in the context of the Alliance.
- Managing the institutional budget, control and reporting, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and fixed assets
- Reporting regularly on research area, program and project budget execution and working with the respective research leaders to meet financial targets
- Preparing monthly financial reports at the institutional level, quarterly financial reports for the Board of Trustees and the Centre’s Annual Financial Statements
- Leading the Finance and Investment Committee and the Capital Allocation Committee
- Assuring that CIAT closely adheres to the CGIAR Financial Guidelines
- Leading cost analysis activities, formulating, and implementing appropriate chargeback policies. Identifying and implementing cost savings and operational efficiency improvement opportunities
- Enhancing the current ERP (Agresso) with regards to project and institutional financial information, tracking and reporting
- Supporting and advising the Director-General and the Management Team on overall financial matters
- Scanning the operating environment for potential financial risks and suggesting mitigating actions
- Coordinating all activities related to internal and external financial audits and reports to the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board of Trustees on findings and progress on recommendations resulting from audit
- Demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural team-oriented environment which includes interactions and management of complex partner and other stakeholder relationships
- Strong skills in leadership, strategic thinking, conceptualization of ideas, attention to details and understanding of the financial needs of research organizations
- Talent in forming and leading cross-functional teams
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Dakar
Posted 6 years ago
UNE OPPORTUNITE DE CONTRIBUER A LA SÉCURITÉ ALIMENTAIRE ET NUTRITIONNELLE, A LA PROSPERITE EN AFRIQUE DE L'OUEST ET DU CENTRE
Le Conseil Ouest et Centre Africain pour la Recherche et le Développement Agricoles (CORAF) est une Association Internationale à but non lucratif. Il est composé des Systèmes Nationaux de Recherche Agricoles de (23) pays de l’Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre. Le CORAF facilite les partenariats en vue de stimuler l’innovation agricole pour contribuer à assurer la prospérité ainsi que la sécurité alimentaire et nutritionnelle en Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre. Le CORAF, sous l’égide des Communautés Economiques Régionales de l’Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre (CEDEAO, UEMOA, CEEAC et CEMAC), conçoit des Programmes visant à contribuer à l’atteinte des objectifs du Programme Détaillé pour le Développement de l’Agriculture en Afrique (PDDAA). Pour plus d’informations sur le CORAF, bien vouloir consulter son site web www.coraf.org. Le CORAF a obtenu de l’Agence des Etats Unis pour le Développement International/Bureau Régional pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest (USAID/WARM) un financement pour la mise en œuvre d’un Projet quinquennal (2017-2022) dénommé Partenariat pour la Recherche Agricole, l’Education et le Développement (PAIRED). L’objectif spécifique du PAIRED est l’amélioration de la productivité agricole et de l’accès aux marchés en Afrique de l’Ouest par le biais des composantes ci-après : (i) Appui au renforcement des capacités institutionnelles du CORAF, (ii) Accroissement de la disponibilité et mise à l’échelle de l’utilisation des technologies et innovations agricoles et (iii) mise en place d’un environnement politique favorable à la commercialisation régionale des Intrants et Produits agricoles. Le PAIRED est aligné sur le Plan Stratégique du CORAF (2018-2027) et participe à la réalisation de l’objectif de la stratégie de sécurité alimentaire globale de l’USAID. Le CORAF recrute un Coordonnateur chargé de la mise en œuvre du PAIRED et invite les candidats ayant les compétences requises à soumettre leur candidature. Le poste est basé au Secrétariat Exécutif du CORAF à Dakar au Sénégal et nécessite des déplacements fréquents. Le/La candidat(e) retenu(e) sera sous la supervision directe du Directeur de la Recherche et de l’Innovation.Coordonnateur Partenariat pour la Recherche Agricole, l’Education et le Développement (PAIRED)
Le Coordonnateur Partenariat pour la Recherche Agricole, l’Education et le Développement (PAIRED) relèvera du Directeur de la recherche et de l'innovation du CORAF. Les responsabilités spécifiques incluront, sans s'y limiter, les éléments suivants:- Sous la supervision du Directeur de la Recherche et de l’Innovation, le Coordonnateur sera chargé de la gestion du projet, notamment la planification, la mise en œuvre et l’expertise technique, le suivi de l’évolution et l’assurance d’une évaluation adéquate des réalisations, résultats et impacts, de la responsabilité financière et de la production des rapports techniques. Le Coordonnateur travaillera en étroite collaboration avec les partenaires du Projet provenant de diverses Institutions, le personnel technique et d’appui du CORAF, le Partenaire au Développement et les autres institutions affiliées.
- Le Coordonnateur appuiera la mise en place d’une équipe de projet dotée d’un fort esprit de collaboration, de soutien et d’excellentes capacités de coordination avec plusieurs organisations et pays partenaires. Il/Elle devra assurer une communication efficace aussi bien au sein de l’équipe de Projet qu’avec les autres parties prenantes. Il/Elle devra être en mesure d’assurer la production de résultats de très haute facture et promouvoir l’équité genre au niveau du projet y compris dans ses résultats et impacts. En ce qui concerne la mise à l’échelle et la diffusion des résultats du Projet, le Coordonnateur devra promouvoir le partage d’expériences et des meilleures pratiques parmi les cibles bénéficiaires et partenaires ; Il/Elle devra également identifier et explorer les opportunités de financement pour le renforcement de l’impact du projet et favoriser l’investissement du Partenaire au Développement.
- Le Coordonnateur devra : (i) s’assurer de la cohérence, de la pertinence, du respect des délais et de la rentabilité des interventions pour la réalisation des objectifs spécifiques du Projet ; (ii) concevoir et gérer les interventions ayant pour but le renforcement des capacités des différentes Institutions des Systèmes Nationaux de Recherche agricole y compris les organisations publiques, les entreprises privées et les chercheurs en Afrique de l’Ouest et ; (iii) assurer une supervision managériale et technique et fournir un appui conséquent à l’équipe de Projet ainsi qu’aux collaborateurs.
- Le Coordonnateur sera le principal point focal avec l’USAID et les partenaires en charge de la mise en œuvre ; Il/Elle contribuera au plaidoyer et au lobbying pour la mobilisation des ressources, des investissements provenant des secteurs public et privé ; et contribuera à assurer une gestion efficace du contrat principal, de l’assurance qualité, des rapports et communications.
- Le Coordonnateur assure la coordination des réunions et ateliers de formation en prenant en compte les coûts et en leur assurant un fort impact ; Il/Elle gère les rapports, le suivi et l’évaluation des progrès vis-à-vis des indicateurs du projet, et la qualité des rapports et leur transmission dans les délais à l’USAID.
Profil du candidat
Le candidat retenu aura le profil suivant:- Les candidats devront être titulaires d’un Diplôme d’Etudes Supérieures (Master ou Doctorat) en Sciences Sociales (Economie Agricole, Education, Vulgarisation) ou autres disciplines connexes.
- Avec une expérience avérée dans la gestion des projets avec au moins dix (10) ans de pratique dans un environnement international, multidisciplinaire et interculturel.
- La familiarité avec l’environnement de travail en Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre et des expériences antérieures d’interaction avec les partenaires au développement, les services nationaux des gouvernements ainsi que les organisations non gouvernementales constituent un atout.
- Une expérience en Gestion Axée sur les Résultats et la connaissance des procédures de l’USAID constituent également un atout.
- Les candidats devront aussi disposer de solides compétences en rédaction et édition de documents scientifiques et/ou d’ordre général, avoir une parfaite maîtrise de l’outil informatique, particulièrement la Suite Microsoft Office®.
- Le/la candidat(e) retenu(e) devra être disposé(e) à voyager fréquemment dans la sous-région.
- La maîtrise du Français ou de l’Anglais et une parfaite connaissance de l’une comme langue de travail est souhaitée de même que la capacité à communiquer de façon succincte sur des questions complexes.
