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Senior Financial Oficer (Ref: CFO/SFO/07/09)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Senior Financial Officer.
IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/
Position:
The candidate will play a critical role in assisting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in strengthening and overseeing fiscal management systems and achieving strategic goals of IITA Finance Office.
Major Responsibilities
Reporting to the CFO of IITA, the candidate will have responsibility for understanding the strategic direction of the organization and providing high-level, proactive financial expertise and direction for both short-term and long-term financial planning and management as follows:
* Advise the CFO on all matters affecting control and implementation of the Institute’s financial management policies and procedures
* Assist the Finance Office in ensuring the Institute’s financial integrity and accountability
* Assist in ensuring that the financial reporting and accounting requirements of donors are met
* Assist in maintaining effective financial control over the Institute’s assets, Investments, liabilities, income, and disbursements.
* Provide strategic guidance and oversight for the formulation and implementation of Finance policies and procedures
Specific Responsibilities:
Strategy:
* Assist to prepare accurate and timely medium-term financial plan/annual budget
* Monitor financial performance against budget to support the dynamic re-Allocation of resources according to priorities
* Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational Information to the CFO and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations
* Work with the CFO to craft a long-term strategy for Finance Office by providing advice on issues, trends, and changes in the operating model(s) and operational delivery
* Assist in establishing yearly objectives and work plans for the various workshops in Finance Office
* Advise the CFO on long-term budgetary planning and costs management in alignment with the Institute’s strategic plan, considering limitations and changes in the funding environment, strategic growth opportunities and collaborations with external organisations
* Remain up to date on non-profit audit best practices
Financial and Operational Management
* Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate accounting principles and regulatory requirements
* Maintain internal control safeguards and ensure timely audit activities
* Optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions
* Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally
* Provide user friendly management tools that can be used for planning and tracking budgets
Compliance
* Ensure compliance and maintain oversight for all accounting and operating activities
* In conjunction with the CFO, assist in annual financial audits; review audit materials, and prepare management response to the auditor.
Risk Assessment
* Conduct monthly financial reviews of program spending.
* Advise CFO on investment of funds; work with banks and other financial institutions.
Acting Role
* Act as Officer-in-Charge during periods of absence of the CFO.
Team Management
* Mentor and develop finance management teams, providing input on work allocation, training, trouble-shooting, problem and conflict resolution, and the building of an effective team dynamic.
Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria
Qualifications and Experience
* Advanced degree in a relevant field—research administration, public administration, and management, preferably an MBA
* Must be a Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant
* Preferably with ten years or more of progressive experience in managing corporate finance, including reporting to senior management
* Experience in a multidisciplinary research organization and cross- cultural environment, preferably in a not-for-profit organization
* Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills
* Ability and proven track record in leadership of small groups; experience as a
* manager of staff, team builder / leader; and ability as a manager of strategic relationships
* Proficiency in at least one major enterprise management system (oracle, sun, platinum SAGE, etc.) and relevant computer applications
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is essential, including ability to set out coherent presentations and group interactions
General Information: The initial contract is for 2 years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist (Ref: DDG-R4D/RTA/01/10)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Roots and Tuber Systems Agronomist.
IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/
Position: The Roots and Tuber Agronomist will work with other agronomists, plant breeders, plant health scientists, social scientists, and other colleagues to develop crop, soil and pest management options for root and tuber systems, with emphasis on cassava and yam based systems. IITA has, in the past, generated several component technologies which when applied in carefully selected combinations and with due consideration to prevailing socioeconomic factors will produce more synergistic and sustained outcomes associated with high cropping system productivity. The Systems Agronomist will provide leadership in synthesizing integrated crop, soil and pest management options with high probability of success in different agro ecological zones in sub-Saharan Africa.
Duty Station: Ibadan, IITA Headquarters, Nigeria. Frequent travel is expected and candidates should be willing to work in small-scale farm settings in Africa.
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the Agronomist will include:
* Conducting strategic and adaptive research on the agronomy of root and tuber crops, building on past research and responding to needs as identified jointly with project teams.
* Investigating nutrient flows, nutrient use efficiency, and beneficial cultural practices in the use of fertilizers in root and tuber systems.
* Investigating adaptation of root and tuber crop germplasm to target environments.
* Designing, planning, testing and disseminating integrated crop, soil and pest management strategies for root and tuber systems that address farmers’ needs along different intensification gradients in sub-Saharan Africa.
* Adapting and testing tools (e.g. simulation models, information systems, and GIS) for matching improved technologies to different farmer-targeted niches for root and tuber crop production.
* Contributing to studies on genotype x soil fertility interactions and the design of breeding strategies towards increased fertilizer use efficiency in root and tuber cropping systems.
* Contributing to propagation of selected root and tuber crop varieties for widespread and rapid distribution through links with national programs and the private sector.
* Resource mobilization through grant proposals and strengthening of partners’ capacities, including co-supervision of postgraduate thesis research with university lecturers.
Educational requirements: The candidate should have a PhD degree in Agronomy with experience in integrated crop, soil and pest management
Core Competencies:
* Proven skills and experience in agronomy research both in the field and the laboratory.
* Good scientific publication record.
* Familiarity with participatory and action research methods.
* Modeling of cropping systems.
* Computer literacy and statistical data analysis capabilities.
* Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
* Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills.
* Fluency in oral and written English and working knowledge of French is an advantage.
* Knowledge of sub-Saharan Africa, and good contacts with NARS scientists in the region is an added advantage.
General Information: The initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications: Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
Head, Supply Chain (Ref: DDG-R4D/HSC/09/09)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Head, Supply Chain.
IITA is an international nonprofit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/
Position: IITA seeks a dynamic, flexible, and an enthusiastic team player to join its Headquarters team as the Head of the Supply Chain Unit. This is a senior role that requires commitment, diplomacy and drive. He/she will manage all of the relationships and functions across the whole Supply Chain Unit (Procurement, Stores and Shipping [Logistics]). These functional relationships include the management and coordination of IITA Limited International Procurement Office and Africa Stations Supply Chain Management.
The position reports to the Deputy Director General (R4D-S) of IITA.
Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria
Responsibilities
· Lead the Supply Chain team and provide leadership and direction on all supply chain activities across IITA
· Implement the overall supply chain strategy as set out in the five year strategic plan in line with delivering ongoing value.
· Implement and improve on already developed Key Performance Indicators across the whole supply chain which drives value in line with the ‘Balanced Scorecard’ approach.
· Manage the Supply Chain operations within Ibadan namely; Procurement, Stores and Shipping
· Integrate Africa Stations into overall supply chain management concepts. Provide leadership and direction in the creation of ‘Regional Hub’ supply chain management functions.
· Manage the UK International Procurement Office (IITA Ltd) as a self sustaining and self-financing part of IITA
· Implement on-going Supply Chain training programs and initiatives to significantly upgrade the capability of staff within the total unit in order for trained staff to initiate additional ‘value adding’ strategies and tactics for IITA.
Qualifications/Experience:
· At least ten years of progressive supply chain and marketing experience with at least five years at an executive level. Experience both in the public and private sector would be a distinct advantage.
· Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain from a recognised Chartered Institute is essential, combined with a strong first degree in Finance and Supply Chain Management. An MBA would also be an advantage.
· Excellent people management skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
· Excellent analytical and strategic problem-solving capabilities
· Experience working in a developing country and within multidisciplinary and culturally diverse environments
General Information: Initial appointment is for two years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link:
http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
Closing Date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates
Cowpea Agronomist (Ref: DDG-R4D/PDF-CA/01/10)
Post Doctoral Fellow – Cowpea Agronomist – AVEC-BF Project
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Cowpea Agronomist.
IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/
Position:
IITA seeks a Cowpea Agronomist. This position is a post-doctoral position under the project “Introduction of new cowpea varieties to enhance food production in semi-arid region of Africa – Appropriate Varieties of Early maturing Cowpea for Burkina Faso (AVEC-BF)”. AVEC-BF is funded by the Japanese government, the project period is from April 2010 to March 2013. The agronomist is responsible for using all available research tools to enhance on-farm level cowpea productivity in Burkina Faso in collaboration of Institut de l'Environnement et de Recherches Agricoles (INERA).
Duty Station: INERA Saria Station, Burkina Faso and IITA station in Kano, Nigeria.
Educational requirements:
* PhD in agronomy, crop physiology or related fields.
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the Post Doctoral Fellow will include:
1. Identifying and screening appropriate cowpea genotypes with preferable agronomic traits and stable productivity via farmer’s participatory varietal selection in multiple locations of Central and Central North region of Burkina Faso.
2. Facilitating the training of community-based seed producers for improved management skills of certified seed production.
3. Facilitating the organization of farmers’ communities and farmers’ schools in target villages to ensure widespread and rapid distribution of appropriate cowpea packaged with improved management skills.
4. Facilitating linkages among farmers’ communities, seed producers and input /output dealers.
5. Investigating the effect of introduced cowpea with improved management practices on following cereal productivity under station and on-farm trial conditions.
6. Supervision of two staff members under the project
7. Developing technical reports in both Japanese and English.
Core Competencies
* Excellent leadership, mentoring, training, evaluation and team building skills.
* Ability to work as a member of a multi disciplinary team in a cross cultural environment.
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
* Proficiency with statistics and computers, including knowledge of statistical data software, spreadsheets, word-processing, and power point, as well as willingness and ability to learn further as necessary.
* Fluency in oral and written Japanese and English.
* Fluency in French would be an advantage as it will be necessary to learn and use French during the project period.
General Information: The appointment is initially for one year. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications: Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
Agricultural Markets Economist (Ref: DDG-R4D/AME/01/10)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Agricultural Markets Economist.
IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/
Position: IITA seeks an Agricultural Markets Economist. The overall objective of the position is to lead strategic research on market economics on IITA mandate crops and related activities.
Duty Station: Ibadan, IITA Headquarters, Nigeria. Frequent travel is expected and candidates should be willing to work in small scale farm settings in Africa.
Educational requirements:
* PhD in Agricultural Economics, Applied Economics or other relevant fields.
* Extensive experience in markets economic studies relating to agricultural issues, preferably in Africa.
* Outstanding ability to perform thoughtful critical analysis on market economics related data.
* Ability to work with researchers from other disciplines.
* Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
* A strong peer-reviewed publication record.
* Minimum of 3 years of organizational, planning and budget management experience.
* Minimum of 3 years of donor relations experience including presentation of concept notes, proposal writing and oversight of compliance matters resulting in continuously donor funded projects.
Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities for the Agricultural Markets Economist will include:
* Conducting market economic studies of commodities along the value chain.
* Monitoring economic changes in agriculture in relation to the markets and vice versa.
* Devising methods and procedures to conduct different types of markets surveys.
* Creating, as well as to using, various econometric modeling techniques to develop forecasts.
* Applying models of economic behavior to agricultural markets changes and developments.
* Promoting market development through the use of experimental economic methods.
* Developing business plans of the commodity value chains.
* Maintaining a high level of research outputs for publication outlets within the wider scientific community and within IITA.
* Establishing and fostering relationships and linkages with partners in national agricultural research and extension systems, the private sector and Advanced Research Institutes.
* Providing technical backstopping and assistance in building market economic capacity of national programs.
* Mobilizing and managing research funds effectively.
Core Competencies
* Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
* Excellent leadership, mentoring, management, interpersonal and team building skills.
* Fluency in oral and written English. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.
* Knowledge of sub-Saharan Africa is an added advantage.
General Information: The initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications: Interested persons are requested to apply to the Human Resources Manager with a copy of their CV, names and addresses of three referees and a covering letter (not more than 2 pages) indicating their interest/competency in handling the work, overview of similar work undertaken and their comments on the Terms of Reference. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
ACCOUNTING OFFICER (2-year renewable contract)
IITA, with Headquarters at Ibadan, is an International Agricultural Research Centre in the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is an association of about 50 countries, international and regional organizations, and private foundations. IITA seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way in order to improve the nutritional status and well-being of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa.
IITA:PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following position at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.
Position: PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
( 2 -year renewable contract)
Duties
Successful candidate will:
Assist project Administrator with day to day project administration;
Maintain electronic filling/archive system of Project related documents;
Assist with drafting, negotiating and finalizing Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs), Memorandum of Agreement (MoAs), and other related documents for both donors and partners communication and Material Transfer Agreements and other IP-related issues;
Assist with keeping up-to-date database and retrieve information from both paper files and database to resolve queries;
Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications Experience and Personal Attributes
BSc/HND Business Administration with 5 years post-qualification working experience in a multinational organisation.
Must have good working knowledge of basic accounting and legal issues, computer software programmes especially use of Oracle Applications.
Candidates must have good interpersonal skills, be honest, trustworthy, hardworking and highly discreet. He/She must be very good with figures and willing to work extra hours when the need arises.
Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available), evidence of current renumeration package and photocopies of credentials (including proof of age) to the
Personnel Manager,
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture,
PMB 5320,
Oyo Road,
Ibadan,
Nigeria
not later than November 17, 2009.
Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted
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