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  • Driver

    Driver

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Driver.
    The Position: The Driver will be based in Kitale, Kenya, and report to the Field Coordinator under the AVCD-potato project. The driver will drive staff to project sites and/or deliver farm inputs to the county extension staff who are implementing field activities.
    Key responsibilities:

    Ensure that the vehicles are kept clean and road worthy;
    Check vehicle condition/requirement and fill-in the Logbook properly;
    Ensure vehicle use is in compliance with CIP motor vehicle policy;
    Operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and always follow road safety standards;
    Ensure proper maintenance and servicing of vehicles;
    Provide day-to-day vehicle reports and report to the supervisor any noted defects on time;
    Report accidents or incidents to the supervisor in a timely manner;
    Meet official personnel at the airport and organize transfers to hotel;
    Drive office vehicle for transportation of authorized personnel and delivery/collection of cargo and other items;
    Make field trips in/or out-side the country;
    Run errands to collect goods documents, etc;
    Prepare monthly summary of oil consumption and report to supervisor;
    Ensure that the steps required by the CIP driving policy are taken in case of involvement in an accident;
    Perform all other related duties.

    Selection Criteria

    The candidate should have a minimum of a diploma.
    At least 2 years of experience required in similar positions with a safe driving record.
    Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
    Valid driver’s license.
    Basic mechanic knowledge.
    Certificate of good conduct
    Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to exercise initiative and reasonable judgement;
    Fluent in spoken and written English and Kiswahili;
    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
    Computer literate in Word and Excel – an added advantage

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

  • Project Management Unit Officer

    Project Management Unit Officer

    About the role:
    This position will be based in Nairobi and report to the Head of Project Management Unit (Located in Nairobi, Kenya). This position will also assist in ensuring that project staff follow CIP policies and procedures while adhering to donor rules and regulations to ensure projects are successful. The job requires travel to field sites.
    Key responsibilities:

    Project implementation and compliance: Serve as primary point of contact for project operations during and after the life of the project; Deliver and maintain professional working relationships with internal clients and other project partners and ensure resource availability and allocation. Travel to new project countries, as required, to lead the efficient and effective project start-up and close down processes; Aid project management in preparing annual work plan and quarterly implementation plans, devise means of achieving outputs while staying within budget constraints; Review invoices from project partners, challenge or approve as appropriate; Supports Project Leaders with contractual management, linked to the Grants and Contracts unit.
    Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor progress against project output and provide feedback as needed; Support PIs in completing and submitting (via GnC) project performance technical reports; Coordinate the submission of all donor required reports with appropriate CIP areas; Coordinate with the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager and Project Management the Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Plan per donor requirements.
    Knowledge Management: Organize and maintain shared knowledge ports (KM Hub, websites) to communicate relevant project information throughout the organization; Ensure consistent and proper use of the International Potato Center brand; Liaise with donors and customers to exchange necessary project information.

    What we are looking for?

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field. Master’s degree in Development, Administration and/or Project Management, will be desirable.
    At least 6 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
    Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel.
    Advanced Knowledge in software solutions (ERP)
    Proficiency in project management software tools.
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.
    Recognized as results-oriented team player who is adaptable to changing business needs and capable of contributing to the team’s success effectiveness.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

  • Regional Grants and Contracts Manager

    Regional Grants and Contracts Manager

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an experienced Grants & Contracts (G&C) Manager with excellent skills and demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating funding awards and providing guidance and oversight of G&C’s portfolio and ensuring the processes are compliant with donor’s and CIP’s requirements.
    About the role: The Regional G&C Manager position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya managing SSA Regional Grants and Contracts portfolio (donor and partner portfolio); ensuring compliance of projects in accordance with donor, CIP and CGIAR guidelines, procedures and requirements in the post award phase of the project life cycle. The position will support the capacity building of CIP field-based staff on the subject of G&C compliance.
    Key responsibilities:

    Manage part of SSA Regional portfolio of awards (donor, prime, sub recipient) as G&C contact point, acting as representative of the G&C HQ unit, in coordination with SSA Regional Director, G&C Manager SSA, Program Leaders, Principal Investigators, Project Managers and Regional Staff;
    Review of all donor and subrecipient (partner) award transactions, in collaboration with other functional areas such as Program, Project Management Unit (PMU), Finance, Legal/Intellectual Property, Administration and/or HR for review and approval;
    Responsible for drafting, negotiating and approval for signature (as defined in the delegation of authority) of subrecipient agreements and project-related collaboration MoUs in collaboration with other functional areas such as Program, PMU, Finance, Legal/Intellectual Property, Administration and/or HR for review and approval;
    Conduct change management of transactions that require a modification to donor or subrecipient awards;
    Ensure adherence to applicable delegation of authority policies as they relate to signatory delegation of authority powers;
    Maintain up-to-date database and repository of all SSA regional signed awards, project related MoUs and Hosting Agreements in OCS *and/or Knowledge Management G&C public and internal sites and PMU Project sites;**
    Participate in development of institutional policies, guidance documents and procedures;
    Support the Unit Head in the provision of contractual input at pre-award phase of project life cycle;
    Support HQ and Regional initiatives to build capacities and train CIP regional and field staff on grants and contract compliance and donor’s requirements;
    Support HQ technical reporting function ensuring timely follow up with SSA principal investigators on submission deadlines and response to donor queries;
    Participate in project life cycle reviews and meetings (Start up and Close-out Meetings);
    Comply with national and international health and safety laws, regulations and standards. *

    OCS refers to the One Corporate System (ERP).
    What are we looking for?

    Master’s degree in International Development, Business Administration or related field, or Bachelor’s degree in Law or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    At least 7 years of relevant work experience in an international organization / NGOs or project-based organizations.
    Demonstrated experience in grants and contracts management, with at least 2 multinational development organizations, at a global scale.
    USAID experience preferred;
    Familiarity with best practices in grants and contracts management.
    Project Management for Development certification preferred
    Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is an international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
    CIP is a recent World Food Price Winner, and CIP has been recently awarded the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
    Important: This position requires temporary relocation to CIP Headquarters in Lima, Peru during the first 2 months (approximately) for capacity building purposes.

  • Risk Safety & Security Officer

    Risk Safety & Security Officer

    Job Details

    The successful candidate will act as Support to the implementation of safety and security policies and protocols including crises management plans across Sub Saharan Africa (SSA). This position will be based in CIP’s Nairobi, Kenya offices and will report directly to the Global Risk Safety and Security Manager in Lima, Peru.
    Key responsibilities:

    Systematically monitor CIP leadership regarding the execution and adherence to CIP’s safety and security policies and protocols through the management of key performance indicators and other information;
    Coordinate and lead training procedures for CIP staff to mitigate risk and execute their respective roles in response to incidents/crises;
    Review and update safety and security information provided to CIP Staff including, orientation and other training sessions, country specific visitor briefs, record of emergency documents, country evacuation plans, vehicle management systems, vehicle GPS program and tracking systems, MS Sharepoint information;
    Assist in assessing high risk independent travel and provision of recommendations for CIP staff;
    Maintain awareness of security issues and emergencies in the Countries CIP operates in using available resources. Provide timely and relevant summaries to key staff;
    Support Incident Reporting in SSA. Summarize, analyze and report key trends and statistics regarding safety or security issues experienced by CIP staff and IRS families, and recommend preventive actions as necessary;
    Assist in conducting risk assessments as needed for current or prospective CIP office locations and project work areas. Provide timely and thorough reports to management regarding particular safety concerns;
    Ensure that CIP is in compliance with relevant laws, regulations and current best practices related to health, safety and security;
    Respond to inquiries from staff regarding CIP’s occupational health, safety, and security policies, protocols and resources;
    Help coordinate SSA Incident Response including communications to ensure that CIP’s response is effective and consistent;
    Conduct investigations and follow up regarding incidents and accidents impacting CIP staff.

    Selection Criteria

    Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, Emergency Management, or Industrial Engineering with completed thesis (Required);
    At least 6 years of relevant experience;
    Advanced level of MS Office, especially in Excel, outlook and sharepoint;
    Knowledge of relevant laws and standards such as ISO 18788, 45001, 35000 related to Risk, Security, Occupational Health and Safety, Emergency Management;
    Certification / education (courses/diplomas) in one or more of the work areas (Required) Such as ASIS International or Institute of Risk Management, or other;
    Fluent in official language according to country location and advanced written and oral communication skills in english;
    Experience with military, police, other NGO (desirable).

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa;
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers farming and food systems in the developing world;
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in developing countries and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are we offering?

    Excellent working environment;
    Generous compensation package commensurate with experience;
    One-year term contract with the possibility of renewal;
    Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

  • Junior Research Assistant

    Junior Research Assistant

    Job description
    Ref.: 2019/008/NRS/KE/SSA
    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, results-oriented Junior Research Assistant. CIP is a not-for-profit International Agricultural Research for development with a global mandate to conduct research on potato, sweet potato, and other roots and tubers and on the improved management of natural resources.
    The Position: CIP is entering into phase 2 of the Accelerated Value Chain Development (AVCD) project to scale out to Bungoma and Taita Taveta counties the successful interventions of phase 1. AVCD concentrates on improving livelihoods of farmers engaging in the potato value chain through improving access to seed and good agricultural practices, along with supporting farmer producer organizations to equitably engage in potato marketing. To support field activities, CIP is seeking a Junior Research Assistant to be based in Bungoma, Kenya.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Identify the target project beneficiaries in the county.
    Participate in identification, designing, monitoring and evaluation of potato learning farms.
    Conduct trainings for extension officers (TOT) and seed multipliers on seed and ware potato production system.
    Follow up through in-field visits and technical backstopping to ensure quality trainings for potato farmers is carried out by the TOTs.
    Coordinate and participate in the organization and publicity of potato field days, cooking demonstration and shows.
    Promote and create awareness on potato technologies.
    Coordinate Agri-Nutrition activities that promote dietary diversification.
    Facilitate linkages between seed merchants and trained farmers/farmer’s groups to ensure timely procurement and delivery of certified seed.
    Facilitate linkages between markets and trained farmers/farmer groups to ensure organized marketing of potatoes.
    Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.Selection Criteria:
    Bachelor’s degree in General Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture or related field.
    At least one years’ experience working with potato farmers in the field.
    Good understanding on potato production systems including emerging technologies.
    Proven experience in designing learning farms/demonstration plots organizing field days and other events.
    Ability to establish and maintain positive relationship with partners.
    Ability to collect, compile and submit quality data on crops including potatoes
    Proven experience in preparation and submission of project progress report.
    Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with all the stakeholders.
    Good reporting skills that meets the project expectations.
    Advanced level in verbal and writing communication skills.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?
    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the- art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members. What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3- month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

  • Research Technician I

    Research Technician I

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, results-oriented Research Technician I CIP is a not-for-profit International Agricultural Research for development with a global mandate to conduct research on potato, sweet potato, and other roots and tubers and on the improved management of natural resources.
    The Position: CIP is entering into phase 2 of the Accelerated Value Chain Development (AVCD) project to scale out to Bungoma and Taita Taveta counties the successful interventions of phase 1. AVCD concentrates on improving livelihoods of farmers engaging in the potato value chain through improving access to seed and good agricultural practices, along with supporting farmer producer organizations to equitably engage in potato marketing. To support field activities, CIP is seeking a Field Officer to be based in Taita Taveta, Kenya.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Identify the target project beneficiaries in the county;
    Participate in identification, designing, monitoring and evaluation of potato learning farms;
    Follow up through in-field visits and technical backstopping to ensure quality training for potato farmers is carried out by the TOTs;
    Coordinate and participate in the organisation and publicity of potato field days, cooking demonstration and shows;
    Promote and create awareness on potato technologies;
    Coordinate Agri-Nutrition activities that promote dietary diversification;
    Facilitate linkages between seed merchants and trained farmer’s/farmer’s groups to ensure timely procurement and delivery of certified seed;
    Facilitate linkages between markets and trained farmer’s/farmer groups to ensure organised marketing of potatoes;
    Coordinate and support evaluation meetings, field visits and data collection;
    Prepare regular technical reports covering all the project activities in the county;
    Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

    Selection Criteria:

    Completed High School;
    At least three years’ experience working with a community based organization with emphasis on potato field activities;
    Good understanding on potato production systems including emerging technologies;
    Experience in designing potato learning farms and organizing field days and other events;
    Experience in collection, compilation and submission of field and activity monitoring data on potatoes;
    Proven experience in preparation and submission of project progress report.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organisation that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centres that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

  • Regional IT Analyst

    Regional IT Analyst

    Job description
    Ref.: 2019/005/NRS/KE/SSA
    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a highly competent Regional IT Analyst to lead the regional IT support, the development and launching of new IT infrastructure in different offices of Africa and based CIP IT policies.
    About the role: This position will be responsible to provide the right IT infrastructure solutions in order to meet our business requirements, build stable IT environment and establish a good IT network to support the growth in Africa Region. This position requires a demonstrated ability to manage a diverse portfolio of requests, quickly mediate between competing priorities, and interact with the global IT team, contractors and business management while maintaining a regional perspective and an ability to work with IT department at CIP headquarters in Lima, Peru. The position requires a strong self-starter who can deliver consistently at a tactical level. Also, the person selected needs strong team interaction and business partnerships as well as administrative skills. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the IT Global Head.
    Key Responsibilities

    Responsible for all new IT initiative for the Regional office in Africa;
    Participate in the IT committee meetings to align initiatives and plans, and to participate on definition plans, priorities, standards and procedures;
    Be the regional IT focal point for all new CIP wide IT initiative or activity;
    Ensure standardization and commonality for the IT hardware, infrastructure across all sites in Africa, in alignment with CIP IT policies and standards;
    Monitor and evaluate local IT vendors’ service performance and provide input to global IT on common vendors performance at Africa;
    Remain knowledgeable of information technology and organization business operations;
    Manage lifecycle of all End User Device including Desktops, Laptops, Printers, sciences peripheral and Mobile phone in alignment with Global IT Operational procedures;
    Responsible for all PC health status; ensure all computers are properly patched, virus protected, backups and follow CIP’s PC and Laptop configuration standards and have the standard image loaded;
    Manage local telecommunication systems and contracts including Mobile, Fixed lines and Internet;
    Responsible for user and local IT focal point training in IT solutions and to manage IT request support through CIP standard ticketing system and provide 1st and certain 2nd level support to local users;
    Support business expansion in regional offices in Africa, especially leading IT infrastructure installation in alignment with CIP standards and Plans;
    Execute all IT Procurement requirements in Africa in accordance to CIP operational procedures;
    Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by CIP global IT Leader.

    What are we looking for?

    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, System Engineering, MIS or comparable field.
    At least 3 years of work experience in similar positions providing Windows user application support including escalation to specialized teams and suppliers.
    Desirable experience providing Mac support and working with SharePoint.
    Experience with web pages creation and editing.
    Good IT infrastructure knowledge includes network communication, telephone systems, IT security, etc.
    Good IT infrastructure project experience, e.g. design, implement new plant IT infrastructure solutions.
    ITIL Foundations and Project management studies will be an advantage.
    Flexibility on work hours.
    Advanced speech and writing English language skills.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is an international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
    CIP is a recent World Food Price Winner, and CIP has been recently awarded the Al- Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are we offering?

    Great career opportunity in an international organization.
    Generous compensation package commensurate with experience.
    Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

  • Project Management Assistant

    Project Management Assistant

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an experienced Project Management Assistant to work in the Project Management Unit.
    The Position: The Project Management Assistant will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Project Management Specialists. This position will ensure that Projects and Finance team are provided with timely, accurate and effective information and support in relation to a wide-range of analytical and administrative support duties.
    Key responsibilities:
    Implementation and Compliance

    Assist project team with management and implementation of project deliverables in liaison with Project Management Specialists;
    Develop and maintain professional working relationships with internal CIP Programs, Regions, DCEs, and operations managers and other project partners;
    Assist in tracking projects’ annual budgets and forecast while working with project managers to explain variance, and make needed programmatic course corrections if necessary;
    Assist in reviewing Project Status Reports to ensure strong monthly financial oversight;
    Assist in reviewing invoices/reports from project partners, challenge or approve as appropriate;
    In liaison with Project Management Specialists, supports Project Leaders with contractual management, linked to the Grants and Contracts unit.

    Monitoring and Reporting

    Assist in monitoring progress against project output and provide feedback and action steps to Project Leader to achieve project objectives.

    Knowledge Management

    Organize and maintain shared knowledge portals for supporting projects (KM Hub, websites);
    Ensure consistent and proper use of the International Potato Center brand;
    Liaise with donors and customers to exchange necessary project information in liaison with Project Management Specialists;
    Coordinate with Program Leaders to communicate relevant project information throughout the organization.

    Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
    Selection Criteria

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or Financial Management, or Operations or related field;
    Knowledge of Accounting and budget principles;
    At least 1 year of professional experience in Project management / accounting/finance/administrative area;
    Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel;
    Knowledge in software solutions (ERP) preferred;
    Strong written and oral communication skills in English;
    Fluent in Kiswahili.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

  • Finance Assistant

    Finance Assistant

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a talented individual with attention to detail and demonstrated experience in Finance to fill in the position of Temporary Finance Assistant.
    The Position: The Temporary Finance Assistant will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Country Finance Specialist. This position will oversee the process of scanning and filing of payment vouchers and general assistance to the finance team.
    Key responsibilities:

    Review the files before dispatching;
    Record and release the files to an outsourced company;
    Receive the files back and reviewing for confirmation of all payment vouchers are filed sequentially
    Verify the process by ensuring that the documents are accurate and legible;
    Upload the scanned documents to Sharepoint.

    Selection Criteria:

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
    One year experience required at least at internship level.
    Intermediate level of MS Office.
    Attention to detail
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili

    What are the conditions?
    The position is for a period of one month and is only open to Kenyan Nationals.

  • Program Analyst

    Program Analyst

    The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Program Analyst.
    The Position: The Program Analyst will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Regional Food Scientist. This position will also assist in providing Finance and Administrative support for the implementation of the Food and Nutrition Evaluation Laboratory and other food science related value addition projects as stated in the current FANEL Business plan.
    Key responsibilities:

    Provide administrative and management support to the Food and Nutritional Evaluation Laboratory (FANEL) and value chain projects led by the Food Scientist.
    Assist with project communications (appointments, reports, booking meeting rooms / venues and equipment, drafting of correspondence for the Regional Food Scientist and FANEL associates;
    Coordinate travel arrangements and logistical support – including the handling of travel requests and liquidations, accommodation, and arranging for meals for the project events;
    Provide support to FANEL team in planning for regional advocacy events, workshops and meetings;
    Compile presentations, mailing lists and distribution of project publications;
    Maintenance of office filing system (manual and electronic) including backup, archiving and storage;
    Assist in managing FANEL FLOW system for lab management, costing, procurement and payment of bills;
    Handling maintenance of office and FANEL assets and keeping an inventory of equipment and supplies;
    Backstopping the country food science and value addition partners in Malawi, Uganda and Ethiopia programs to effectively execute similar duties;
    Assisting with the preparation of and regular financial reporting with CIP Finance and PMU teams;
    Any other duties given by the Regional Food Scientist.

    Selection Criteria

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field.
    At least 2 years of experienced required in similar position.
    Advanced level of MS Office, preferably in Excel.
    Advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills;
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili. Working knowledge of French will be an added advantage.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.