The Accounting Analyst will provide support to the Finance Unit for CIP-Kenya to ensure efficient and timely deliverable of their objectives.
Key responsibilities:

Receive and record invoices in the invoice register & check them for consistency and accuracy according to CIP guidelines and policies.
Prepare payments and ensure the safety of financial resources.
Ensure appropriate supporting... documents for transactions including receipts, invoices, contracts are attached.
Ensure that payment requests are properly approved and that payments are effected within CIP-SSA turn-around time;
Record financial transactions following proper classification of accounts and cost centre in the documents.
Posting of the financial transactions to systems UNIT 4 Agresso
Maintaining an updated Fixed assets register by ensuring all the acquisitions, transfers and disposal are recorded.
Reconciliation of balance sheets accounts
Reconciling and management of VAT accounts to ensure invoices with VAT are ready for processing the Exemption certificate.
Preparation of monthly bank reconciliation.
Ensure all bills are posted according to the period of the service provided (Utility Bills, Rentals, IT, Facilities) monthly.
Management of overdue supplier’s accounts to ensure all outstanding bills are reconciled and paid in time.
Ensure all payments are filed sequentially and stamped PAID in readiness for Audit.
Ensure financial transactions are carried out in accordance with the Center’s financial and administrative policies and procedures and maintain detailed and accurate records for all financial transactions.
Ensure and support in the maintenance of a good filing system.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What are we looking for?

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field.
CPA II or ACCA level 2.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in accounting, preferably in a non-profit environment.
Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel.
Accounting software packages (Preferably UNIT 4 Agresso).
Aptitude for understanding complex regulations and monitoring financial transactions and documentation for compliance.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to be a team player in a busy environment, often with tight deadlines.
Advanced written and oral communication skills in English. more

Key Responsibilities

Optimize protoplast isolation and regeneration protocols for efficient production of genome edited potato plants.
Gene construct development and validation.
Transient expression vectors producing CAS9 and gRNA, ribonucleoprotein (RNP) transfection, and virus-induced genome editing (VIGE) to achieve foreign-DNA-free edited events.
Molecular characterization of transgenic... and genome edited events by PCR, RTq-PCR, Southern blot, sequencing and bioinformatics.
Phenotyping by artificial infection of plants using local pathogen strains in the biosafety glasshouse.
Able to cope with heavy intermittent workloads that might extend beyond office hours and during weekends.
Any other duties assigned. more

Key Responsibilities

Agenda setting through equitable partnerships:

Work closely with key stakeholder groups and research partners, ‘co-develop’ and articulate a compelling science and innovation agenda for Urban Food Systems that responds to local and national priorities in participating countries while addressing strategic research questions of global or regional importance.
Apply... Equitable Partnership principles throughout the agenda setting and research implementation process to strengthen ownership, accountability, and prospects for impact.
Ensure that the roles of CIP and partners are appropriately defined and can evolve to support long-term capacity sharing objectives, investment in comparative advantage, and CIP2030 strategic goals.

Excellence In Science And Innovation

Through hands-on intellectual leadership and appropriate mechanisms of quality control, ensure that all research activities, projects, and collaborations are designed and implemented at recognized, up-to-date international standards of excellence.
Initiate and manage new science collaborations with leading universities and research institutes to pursue innovative research strategies and increase the visibility of CIP research.
Working closely with innovation experts within and outside CIP, effectively link Urban Food System science with existing innovation programs in universities, private sector, and other partners.
Develop and implement publication plans to ensure that all research is published in high quality journals and through additional channels, providing equitable opportunities for CIP scientists and partners.

Resource Mobilization

Develop and implement a resource mobilization plan for Urban Food Systems, building on existing funding windows and significantly expanding this support through new and innovative partnerships with funders.
This may include funders from both agriculture and food constituencies as well as from urban development, youth employment, and other social, economic, and environmental sectors.
Working closely with our partners and with CIP Regional and Science Leaders and the CIP Resource Mobilization team, identify and create new opportunities and follow through with high quality funding proposals.

Team Leadership

Build a strong research team of scientists and professionals from relevant disciplines and regions.
Select and mentor young and diverse talent and guide their professional growth using CIP’s Performance Management system and working with CIP’s People & Culture team.
Champion CIP’s values leading by example and ensure ethics and business conduct standards and compliance with CIP policies. more

Job Description

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a highly talented, and energetic self-motivated student with the ability to resolve events, incidents, and support issues, who is a team player, and has the ability to escalate issues to other specialized teams and partners IT Undergraduate Intern.

Key responsibilities:

Technical support to users and computers.
Technical... support for conferences and meetings.
Africa and Asia Equipment and Services Inventory Update.
Enlisting staff in AD Self-Service system.
Any other assignment as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

Currently enrolled in bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Information Technology, Information systems, Computer science or equivalent in a recognized University in Kenya.
Knowledge in Windows and Office 365 operating system support.
Knowledge of ITIL framework.
Support with Windows users and network infrastructure, Office 365 Services, web conferencing
Good command of English language and communication skills;
Good report writing skills;
Should have a flexible study schedule. more

About the role
Fixed Asset Management:

Supervise the maintenance of accurate records for all fixed assets, including registration, depreciation, and disposal.
Conduct surprise physical inventories to verify the existence and condition of fixed assets in different country offices.
Reconcile Country Fixed Asset Register with CIP Master File and train staff on using the fixed assets module in... CIP ERP.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and CIP policies related to fixed assets.
Develop standard procedures for the correct management of fixed assets across various CIP offices.

Disposal:

Facilitate the disposal of obsolete or surplus assets in accordance with CIP policies and regulatory requirements.
Depreciation and Amortization.
Monitor changes in asset useful lives and salvage values, adjusting depreciation schedules as necessary.
Prepare and analyze depreciation forecasts and budget projections.

Reporting and Analysis:

Generate regular reports on fixed asset activities, including additions, disposals, and depreciation expenses.
Provide insights and analysis on fixed asset performance, utilization, and return on investment.
Collaborate with financial analysts and management to support decision-making processes related to capital investments and asset management strategies.

Compliance and Audit Support:

Assist internal and external auditors in conducting fixed asset audits and compliance reviews.
Ensure adherence to IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) regarding fixed asset accounting and reporting.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard fixed assets and prevent fraud or misappropriation.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA or CFA designation preferred.
Proven experience (5+ years) in fixed asset accounting, preferably in a corporate or large organizational setting.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, U4) and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards governing fixed assets, depreciation, and amortization.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends or discrepancies.
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in recordkeeping and reporting.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. more

About The Role

Fixed Asset Management:
Supervise the maintenance of accurate records for all fixed assets, including registration, depreciation, and disposal.
Conduct surprise physical inventories to verify the existence and condition of fixed assets in different country offices.
Reconcile Country Fixed Asset Register with CIP Master File and train staff on using the fixed assets module in... CIP ERP.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and CIP policies related to fixed assets.
Develop standard procedures for the correct management of fixed assets across various CIP offices.
Disposal:
Facilitate the disposal of obsolete or surplus assets in accordance with CIP policies and regulatory requirements.
Depreciation and Amortization.
Monitor changes in asset useful lives and salvage values, adjusting depreciation schedules as necessary.
Prepare and analyse depreciation forecasts and budget projections.
Reporting and Analysis:
Generate regular reports on fixed asset activities, including additions, disposals, and depreciation expenses.
Provide insights and analysis on fixed assets performance, utilization, and return on investment.
Collaborate with financial analysts and management to support decision-making processes related to capital investments and asset management strategies.
Compliance and Audit Support:
Assist internal and external auditors in conducting fixed asset audits and compliance reviews.
Ensure adherence to IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) regarding fixed asset accounting and reporting.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard fixed assets and prevent fraud or misappropriation. more

The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for a dynamic Project Budget and Compliance Specialist with excellent financial and analytical skills to oversee the management of budgets and financial compliance of CIP projects, from proposal to completion, globally.

Key responsibilities:

Monitor funding trends and manage capacity for the functional area to ensure compliance and delivery of... financial services to the projects.
Monitor all the financial aspects according to the agreement, IFRS and donor guidelines, including preparation of proposal budgets, set-up of projects in OCS, preparation and submission of all invoices, financial reports to donors, timely corrections to the general ledger, and maintenance of agreement master files.
Work with the project team to ensure that all donor related information is disseminated to project and, therefore, abide by donor rules and regulations.
Maintain appropriate relations with donors and make reports as necessary, ensuring compliance with any terms or conditions agreements.
Monitors compliance in the projects, including project audit reports and general financial and contracts issues related to projects.
Develop policies and procedures related to projects accounting and projects financial management, as well as to contribute to those related to grants and contracts management.
Monitor Portfolio Health: Recovery of Indirect Costs (OH, Chargebacks, Personnel), Potential Risks (Exchange Rate adjustments, Budget Variances/Revisions, Audits tracks)
Prepares and submits timely and accurate donor reports (W1&W2, W3 and Bilateral Funding) requesting the necessary invoices. Stay current with donor regulations and the award requirements identified in the CIP compliance matrix, to prepare accurate and timely reports.
Maintains all applicable project records and files in accordance with internal controls, demonstrating compliance with donor requirements.
Prepares and submits timely and accurate portfolio report (Compliance, Health)
Comply with applicable health and safety CIP policies and procedures.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Operations or related field.
At least 7 years of professional experience .
Knowledge of the international development funding (Desirable).
Aptitude for understanding complex regulations and monitoring financial transactions and documentation for compliance.
Strong Knowledge of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) guidelines and BMGF projects implementation.
Strong Knowledge with USAID projects, FAR and ADS rules and regulations and OMB Circulars.
Accounting software packages (ERP Preferable)
Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel. more

About the role

The Research Associate will be based in Nairobi-Kenya and will report to the Plant Breeding Statistics Expert. The selected candidate will offer support through expertise in experimental design and data analysis to achieve the common goal of realized genetic gains of potato and sweetpotato varieties on farmers’ fields in Africa and around the globe. S/he will be a member of our... data management and biometrics unit, contributing to global breeding and research activities, capacity building and scientific publications.

Key Responsibilities:

Support CIP and NARS plant breeders with the implementation of state-of-the-art experimental designs and data analysis methods.
As member of the CIP data management and biometrics unit, work closely with the GI Breeding Analytics team to the modernization of data management and statistical practices applied at CIP.
Implement quality control and data curation measures for breeding data and phenotyping trials to ensure accuracy and reliability of data collected.
Play a pivotal role in optimizing breeding data workflows centered around BreedBase to ensure high quality data that is ready for analysis.
Participate in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) both for data management and statistical methodologies relevant for the potato and sweetpotato breeding programs.
Contribute to publications and documentation related to statistical methods that are applied to make data-driven decisions in our breeding activities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in statistics, biometrics, mathematics, quantitative genetics or breeding.
At least 6 years’ experience in experimental design for breeding trials and phenotypic data analysis using linear mixed models.
Proficiency in statistical software R, with respect to data manipulation, generation of experimental designs and mixed models. Knowledge of ASReml-R package is a plus.
Knowledge of genomic selection modelling is considered an advantage.
Former experience as biometrician supporting a breeding program is considered an advantage.
Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Hard working with ability to handle multiple work activities in an effective manner. more

Objective

Agrobacterium genetic transformation and selection on appropriate media
Molecular characterization of transgenic events by PCR, RTq-PCR, Southern blot, sequencing, and bioinformatics
Perform bio-assays using artificial infection of potato plants with local strains in the biosafety glasshouse and other biosafety approved facilities.
Plant care in the growth chambers, screen house... and glasshouse

Deliverables

Agrobacterium genetic transformation and selection
Molecular characterization of transgenic events.
Conduct bio-assays.
Final Report.

Selection Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, biology, biochemistry, or plant pathology with strong skills in molecular biology.
At least 1 year of experience.
Experience in molecular and phenotypic characterization of transgenic plants preferably roots tubers or banana crops
Highly proficient in English (both spoken and written). more

About the role
The CGIAR Initiative on National Policies and Strategies (NPS) aims to improve the lives of millions of people by identifying ways of building stronger policies and strategies with greater coherence and capacity, helping countries address current policy demand and future development needs. The international Potato Centre is contributing to NPS initiative through the three focus... areas on building policy coherence, integrating policy tools and responding to policy demands on crisis at global, regional, national and sub-national levels.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and implementation of a coherent policy engagement and advocacy strategy for Kenya.
Provide support to researchers across work packages and the Initiative as a whole in evidence-based policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement, including developing policy engagement and advocacy materials.
Develop and disseminate advocacy materials, support development of policy briefs, regular and ad hoc communications products based on the Initiative’s research.
Support high-level policy dialogues at country level.
Facilitate cross-country learning on policy engagement and advocacy.
Document lessons from across countries in policy engagement and advocacy
Perform any other activity as assigned to by the supervisor.

What are we looking for?

MSc/MA in Public Policy analysis, Economics, Development Communication, International Development, or related fields.
More than 10 years of relevant work experience in an international organization /NGOs or project-based organizations.
Expertise in evidence-based policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
Experience working at the intersection of research, policy and practice in LMICs.
Demonstrated ability in designing and leading the implementation of national, regional, and continental policy engagement and advocacy strategies.
Experience in improving government responsiveness to citizens, development partners, technical partners, and non-state actors’ priorities.
Proven record of fundraising success desirable.
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing teams.
Advanced written and oral communication skills in English, Fluent in Kiswahili.

Why should you consider this opportunity?

CIP works with partners in over 20 countries to improve diets and incomes of poor people in Africa, Asia and Latin America through scientific research, innovation, and capacity strengthening.
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.
CIP emphasizes the synergies between social and bio-physical sciences as a core strategy for making breakthroughs in our understanding of complex development challenges in food and agriculture and for our ability to overcome these.

What are we offering?

Excellent working environment.
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
Fixed term contract of 1 year with possibility of renewal.
Work in an equal and diverse workplace more

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Facilitate regular interactions between Add-on, KPI, MELIA and Use Case teams for the integration of Add-on activities, KPI assessment and MELIA activities within Use Cases.
 Coordinate the development and implementation of an Add-on toolbox that is digitally accessible to Use Case teams, EiA partners and beyond.
 Organize capacity building activities for Use... Case teams, focused on data collection, data analysis and learning for MVP design and scaling, to enable the implementation of Add-on activities.
 Conduct data analysis to extract learnings on farming systems dynamics and characteristics of farmer communities to inform Use Case strategies.
 Facilitate collaboration between Add-on/KPI teams and EiA data analysis support functions.

Requirements

 Minimum of 5 years of working experience within a multi-disciplinary research context.
 Advanced skills and demonstrated experience in quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis.
 Experience with the collection and management of large-scale survey data.
 Experience with Monitoring & Evaluation, Learning and Impact assessment.

Skills:

 Strong organizational/management skills in large-scale research or development projects.
 Demonstrated good technical report writing skills.
 Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.

Education level

 PhD in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Sciences, Sociology or related field.

Benefits

 Exciting career growth opportunity 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 contract with the possibility of renewal.
 Work in an equal and diverse workplace. more

About the role
The International Potato Center (CIP) through the SweetGAINS project has been working at modernizing sweet potato breeding programs, by improving excellence in the management of breeding data. The new position will contribute to the management of breeding data, management of germplasm information systems, and the development and management of monitoring and evaluation systems for... sweet potato projects.
Key Responsibilities:

 Work with sweet potato breeders to ensure all germplasm at KEPHIS have sufficient minimum passport descriptors and these are uploaded on the germplasm information system. 
 Provide technical backstopping support to germplasm information management system users at KEPHIS, Muguga.
 Support the annual updating of the digital sweet potato catalogue.
 Support existing tools used for breeding data capture, and all germplasm labeling.
 Support capacity-building efforts among project collaborators and partners in data collection, documentation, and management.
 Contribute to development of data collection forms for digital monitoring and evaluation systems.
 Contribute to management of the sweetpotato knowledge portal. 
 Perform any other activity as assigned to by the supervisor. 

What are we looking for?

 BA/BSc degree in Information Systems, Database Management, Computer Science, or related discipline.
 At least one year experience in the supporting research data management systems.
 Research monitoring and evaluation systems for research projects, including socioeconomic and/or biological surveys and beneficiary registration. 
 Knowledge and experience developing Open Data Kit (ODK) forms.
 Experience of working in agricultural research setting preferred.
Good interpersonal communication and personal organization skills.
 Advanced written and oral communication skills in English, Fluent in Kiswahili. more

About the role
The International Potato Center (CIP) through the SweetGAINS project has been working at modernizing sweetpotato breeding programs, by improving excellence in the management of breeding data. The position will support these efforts for Root and Tuber Crops (RTB) in Sub-Saharan African (SSA), Latin America and Asia. Also the MIPPI and EiA Initiatives of the One CGIAR are in demand... of similar support.
Key Responsibilities:

The data specialist will be part of the data management team overseeing RTB breeding and genetic data management systems.
Understand existing tools used for data capture and assist in the developing modules that extend the scope for the current tools. 
Respond to ICT support requests from CIP breeders and partners in a timely manner through WhatsApp/telegram/telephone/field visits. 
Contribute to writing standard operating procedures for RTB breeding data management.
Lead capacity building efforts among project collaborators and partners in data collection, storage, documentation and management. Act as lecturer in these     trainings.
 Implement and monitor Quality Assurance (QA) protocols and routines, including safe and remote back-up of database systems and tools.
Contribute to development and management of germplasm data management systems for RTB invitro and invivo germplasm collections at KEPHIS, Mugaga,     Kenya. 
Designing (in collaboration with subject area specialists) and implementing comprehensive, gender-aware, monitoring and evaluation systems to assure that quality data (both quantitative and qualitative) are collected, entered, and stored for project use and documented for eventual public use. 
 Contribute to development of additional dashboards to enable routine monitoring of social science data coming from the field.
 Keep up to date with the latest tools and resources, including open-source software, for the collection, management, storage and sharing of data and information.
 Maintain the confidentiality of all information collected.
Perform any other activity as assigned to by the supervisor. 
Supervise a junior data management staff member.
 Be committed to using research for development in a complex cooperative environment of research and development partners.The work will require considerable travel within Sub Saharan Africa.

What are we looking for?

MA/MSc degree in Information Systems, Database Management, Computer Science, or related discipline.
At least five years research experience in the design and implementation of data management systems
Experience working with integrated database systems preferably for research projects, including large-scale socioeconomic and/or biological surveys e.g., MySQL or MS SQL Server.
Knowledge and experience of mobile data collection systems.
Knowledge and experience of Linux operating systems preferred.
Experience with database design, database management and computer programming, and with the application of quality assurance standards and procedures.
Understanding and experience of working in applied agricultural research preferred.
Experience in software and web application programming.
Good judgement, adaptability, and willingness to take initiative when appropriate.
Demonstrated success in working with multi-disciplinary teams and partnerships in research or project implementation.
Excellent interpersonal communication and good personal organization skills.
Advanced written and oral communication skills in English, Fluent in Kiswahili. more