Overview


This is an opportunity to drive the messaging and impact of CIFOR-ICRAF research and action on the ground. The Executive Communications Officer will play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility and thought leadership of CIFOR-ICRAF by managing key social media channels, drafting speeches, and preparing high-quality presentations. The successful candidate will ensure that all... communications align with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities, reflecting the voice and values of the organization.
The primary objective of this assignment is to strengthen the organization’s public profile and thought leadership through strategic and effective communication. The Executive Communications Officer will achieve this by:
Crafting compelling speeches and talking points that effectively communicate the vision, values, and organizational goals
Developing visually appealing and impactful presentations
Managing and curating social media presence to enhance engagement with key audiences and stakeholders
Providing comprehensive communications support to ensure consistency and alignment with the organization’s strategic priorities and internal messaging


Duties and responsibilities

 Social Media Management:


Develop, implement, and manage social media accounts and strategy
Create, curate, and schedule engaging content across key platforms (Twitter/X, LinkedIn)
Monitor, analyze, and report on social media performance and engagement
Ensure brand consistency and manage online interactions in a timely and professional manner


Speechwriting:


Draft, edit, and refine speeches, talking points, and remarks for public appearances, events, and internal meetings
Conduct thorough research to ensure speeches are relevant, impactful, and aligned with current organizational and industry trends
Collaborate with relevant teams to gather insights and data to support key messages


Presentation Development:


Design and develop visually compelling and informative presentations for various audiences, including stakeholders, partners, and internal staff
Ensure presentations are aligned with messaging and organizational branding guidelines
Maintain a repository of presentation templates and materials for reuse and adaptation


General Communications Support:


Provide strategic communications advice and support on media engagements and public appearances
Drive internal communications initiatives
Write regular staff newsletters and opinion pieces
Support filming the CEO (Communications, Outreach and Engagement)
Coordinate with the broader communications team to ensure alignment and integration of messaging across platforms
Prepare briefing materials, reports, and other documentation as required
Manage special projects and perform other duties assigned


Education, knowledge and experience


Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, preferably in a high-profile or executive environment
Proven experience in managing social media platforms for corporate communications (senior executives, organizations, initiatives)
Strong background in writing (speeches, newsletters, opinion pieces etc.) and content creation
Proficiency in designing presentations using tools such as PowerPoint, Keynote, or Canva


The application deadline is 12 Apr 2025 more

Overview


To coordinate, facilitate, and technically implement the MELIA program of CIFOR-ICRAF’s Global Landscapes Forum program while ensuring integration and synergy with wider Quality For Impact (Q4I) and CIFOR-ICRAF initiatives


Duties and responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Senior Economist, assist in the development and implementation of the MELIA framework and processes,... ensuring close alignment and coordinating communication between Q4I unit and the GLF secretariat and innovations


Develop formats and templates for aligning/harmonizing and optimizing MELIA processes while refining and updating tracking tools for GLF activities and programmes
Manage quantitative and qualitative data gathering and analysis for indicators (including the development of surveys, holding interviews, etc.)
Visualize indicators and tracking using appropriate formats (dashboards, presentations, other formats as needed)
Ensure integration of GLF MELIA system with CIFOR-ICRAF systems and processes.
Ensure that the GLF project’s profile and MELIA module in the CIFOR-ICRAF organizational MELIA system up to date so that GLF’s contribution to CIFOR-ICRAF’s core institutional KPIs and knowledge uptake is recorded.
Collaborate with GLF team to strategize, set in place and maintain a system for tracking progress, impact and alignment with evaluation needs.


Coordinate internal and external evaluations of the GLF, ensuring GLF’s programs keep serving its global and regional audiences.

Monitor and assess stakeholder engagement mechanisms and lead the development of outcome stories


Monitor qualitative and quantitative indicators to show-case results, targeting key areas of GLF’s ToC
Develop timely yearly outcome stories to track impact of the core activities of the GLF
Develop tailored / accurate impact evaluation processes (interpretation of quantitative as well as qualitative indicators) and support in highlighting results of stakeholder engagement mechanisms.


Responsible for donor deliverable tracking and reporting

Other duties as directed.

Requirements


MSc in Economics, Social Sciences, or other relevant field
At least five years of working experience in a Non Governmental organization.
First experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Impact assessment or closely related fields
Familiarity with the project cycle
Fluent in english, french is an advantage
Required skills: analytical and creative thinking, communications and writing, ability to work with a diverse group of colleagues and partners
Willing to travel.


The application deadline is 01 Apr 2025 more

Duties and responsibilities


Provide first-level technical support to resolve IT hardware and software issues for users
Document and manage IT service tickets, ensuring timely resolution and user satisfaction
Train end-users on IT systems, tools, and security best practices
Assist in managing IT inventory and ensuring compliance with organizational... policies.


Requirements


Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Google IT Support Professional Certification are appreciated.
At least 4 years of experience in IT support or a related field.
Experience in diagnosing and resolving escalated problems in response to IT users reported incidents.
Experience in monitoring and troubleshooting network connectivity and resolving network problems.
Familiarity with institutional information technology support policies and procedures more

Duties and responsibilities


Monitor the daily progress of projects
Provide detailed updates to project managers or other stakeholders
Ensure team members have the supplies and resources they need to complete their assigned tasks on time and within their budget limits
Organize reports, invoices, contracts, and other financial files for easy access
Plan meetings and organizing project... logistics
Contribute to the strategy and planning of the Department.
Oversight and monitor IT and Knowledge Management operations, quality assurance, data security, technical support, etc.
Liaise with country offices on project management, resource allocation, etc., under the technical guidance of Knowledge Management and Information Technology management representatives, who are also in charge of directly managing the KMIT staff in the country offices, according to the agreements with the Regional Knowledge Management and Information Technology Manager.
Contribute to policy implementation, regulatory adherence, audit and review, etc.
Provide training and support to country office staff and key users (e.g., new systems, policies, and procedures).
Report to HQ on IT and Knowledge Management performance, issues, country/ regional initiatives, etc.


Requirements


Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Relevant certifications in the area of Project Management or Project Coordination are appreciated
Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Google IT Support Professional Certification are appreciated.
At least 5 years of experience in IT or IT-based Knowledge Management Project Management or Project Coordination.
Experience in diagnosing and resolving escalated problems in response to users reported incidents.
Experience in monitoring and troubleshooting network connectivity and resolving network problems.
Familiarity with institutional Information Technology and/or Knowledge Management policies and procedures. more

Duties and responsibilities


Support the Student Training Program of CIMMYT Academy and its related administrative procedures.
Administer the student contract process in liaison with the student, university, the research programs and relevant CIMMYT internal units for logistic and administrative arrangements.
Conduct onboarding including but not limited to housing, travel, immigration,... health insurance, etc. Participate in informative talks related to CIMMYT Academy, CIMMYT services and facilities, logistics, etc.
Ensure effective induction of students and integration to the research program and organization. Take part in the planning and implementation of induction sessions.
Maintain the database and records of new and past students (documentation, communications, forms, attachments) complete up to date in the Academy systems (LMS, Dynamics, other databases).
Ensure effective offboarding for the students, by ensuring they fulfill the satisfaction survey and any other related formalities.
Take part and support in logistics and communication with students about institutional and CIMMYT Academy’s events and initiatives, and all social engagement initiatives, including charity events.
Maintain close relationships with the student community, ensuring their well-being, and providing support as needed.
Support the communication efforts of the Academy as required, internally within CIMMYT and externally with students and prepare presentations and reports as required.
Support initiatives with CIMMYT Academy’s networks (Alumni and capacity development) and maintain effective, professional and fluent communication channels with all CIMMYT area.


Requirements


Bachelor’s degree in administration, Human Resources, International Relations, or similar field.
3-4 years relevant experience
Advanced level of English.
User Advanced level in the usage of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Experience with Dynamics 365 is desirable.
Experience of international and intercultural work environments. more

Strategic Support and Alignment


Conduct regular assessments of country office operations to ensure alignment with organizational mission, strategic objectives, and regional priorities.
Review the strategic impact of country office activities and initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvement or adjustments.


Governance and Compliance


Verify adherence to... organizational policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and compliance standards in BS areas.
Conduct spot checks or audits of country office operations to ensure compliance with governance requirements, providing recommendations for corrective action if necessary.
Collaborate with Finance to review compliance, holding country offices accountable for any irregularities or mismanagement.


 Operational Effectiveness


Monitor the operational performance of country offices, identifying bottlenecks or inefficiencies in key areas (procurement, fleet, travel, etc.).
Assist country offices in implementing process improvements and capacity-building initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Provide high-level support to ensure the effective utilization of resources (e.g., fleet, facilities) and alignment with cost management strategies.


Workforce and Talent Development


Evaluate leadership and management practices within country offices, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team engagement and morale.
Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local capacity in alignment with organizational needs and regional strategies.
Work with HR to address workforce gaps and implement strategies to strengthen team cohesion and performance across the region.


Risk Management and Compliance in Procurement and Contracts


Evaluate leadership and management practices within country offices, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team engagement and morale.
Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local capacity in alignment with organizational needs and regional strategies.
Work with HR to address workforce gaps and implement strategies to strengthen team cohesion and performance across the region.


Stakeholder Engagement and Representation


Strengthen relationships with local suppliers, to enhance the organization’s reputation and ensure alignment with local practices.
Act as a representative of the Regional/H? team in country offices, building trust and ensuring effective communication with key stakeholders.


Requirements


 Advanced degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, International Relations, or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in regional structures, operations management, governance, or a similar role within an international organization. more

Lead Financial Management of CIMMYT’s Operations in AFRICA


Oversees financial accounting and month-end reporting for CIMMYT operations in Africa. Supervises finance staff at CIMMYT country offices in Africa, who report to the candidate functionally.
Monitors performance of Country Finance team operations through the development of a transparent set of KPIs.
Works closely with HQ Finance... Managers to ensure worldwide development implementation and compliance of CIMMYT financial policies, procedures, practices, and the ERP.
Further develops and maintains an adequate level of financial governance by sustaining an adequate level of internal control framework.
Works with CIMMYT’s finance country managers to design and customize financial and administrative management structures where appropriate.
Responsible for the timely consolidation of all financial accounting operations in Africa into CIMMYT’s ERP.
Works with scientists and country finance managers to ensure scientific and administrative staff are trained and competent in financial policies, procedures, and systems.
Coordinates with the Regional Director the development and follow-up of the Country office's work plan.
Supervises fluent process for cash flow monitoring and timely replenishment.
Reviews hosting agreements in Africa for financial aspects and finance processes, which host centers provide (or services given by CIMMYT to other CGIAR centers).
Budget review of CIMMYT’s country offices' annual budget in coordination with the country managers.


Leadership in developing efficient, effective, and service-oriented finance processes to benefit Scaling up and Impactful Research for Development activities


Instills efficient Development Finance processes.
Takes a leadership position in effectively using CIMMYT’s new ERP implementation and maintenance in the region.


Coordinates and contributes to the successful Combined Assurance model:


Coordinates timely Internal Audit & External Audit responses, including regional project audits.
Oversees the operational effectiveness of the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) framework in the region.
Ensures and oversees that adequate segregation of duties and Restricted Access is maintained at the CIMMYT country office operations.
Contributes to the Enterprise Risk management framework covering the African operations.


Business partner of the Regional Director and peer colleagues from the African Operations Chapter team.


Support the regional operations team by providing meaningful financial reports for data-driven decision making.


Requirements


Master’s degree in accounting or finance, complemented with an internationally recognized professional accounting designation, like: CPA, CA, ACCA, or CMA.
At least 8 years of experience in similar roles or activities, ideally gained in private and Non-profit environments and covering activities in multiple countries.
Experience managing funding agreements related to international development programs from donors like USAID, BMGF, GIZ, AFD & EU. more

Strategic Support and Alignment


Conduct regular assessments of country office operations to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and regional priorities.
Review and provide insights on the impact of country office activities and initiatives.
Coordinate strategic planning and execution between country offices and HQ.


Governance and Compliance


Ensure adherence to... organizational policies, DOA, and compliance standards.
Conduct reviews and spot checks to ensure compliance, recommending corrective actions for HR processes and activities.
Collaborate with Legal and other departments to review compliance and address irregularities.
Monitor ongoing compliance through regular reporting and data analysis.


Operational Effectiveness


Monitor operational performance, identifying inefficiencies in key HR processes at the regional level. Implement process improvements and training initiatives.
Ensure effective resource utilization and alignment with cost management strategies (structure, staffing, and work allocation).
Work with the regional Director and Country Offices, to include HR management, training, support, well-being, and other relevant aspects in operational plans and budgets.
Contribute for HR to the opening or closing of country Offices in the Region.


Workforce and Talent Development


Evaluate and promote/ support leadership and management practices to enhance team engagement and morale.
Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local/ regional capacity.
Work with relevant areas to address workforce gaps and strengthen team cohesion.
Develop and implement annual training plans with program leads/managers and HQ.


Risk Management and Compliance in HR processes


Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures (e.g., DoA for contracts).
Identify significant risks regarding staff relations/ management and coordinate actions to mitigate them.
Implement best practices in staff relations/ management across country/ regional offices.


Stakeholder Engagement and Representation


Strengthen partnerships with external recruitment companies and networks to boost the organization’s reputation and enhance talent attraction and retention.
Act as a representative of the Regional/HQ team in country offices, ensuring effective communication and coordination.


Environmental, Health and Safety Management


Oversee the implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety Programs.
Collaborate with OHS specialists to train staff in health, safety, and emergency procedures.
Collaborate with HR HQ to develop and implement environmental, health and safety strategies and well-being initiatives that address country and regional needs and priorities.


Compensation and Benefits Management


Develop and implement a global compensation and benefits strategy, including salary evaluation, job grading, and compliance with local regulations.


  Internationally Recruited Staff Management


Coordinate on and off boarding of IRS with Programs, Country Offices and HQ HR. Provide adequate level of administrative support to IRS and dependents.


   Audit and Compliance Support


Support all audit efforts on HR matters for staff and projects in all country offices.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and update HR policies and procedures accordingly.


Tools and Systems Management


Collaborate with HR HQ to develop, implement, and manage internal tools and systems for HR reporting, and data analysis as well as staff management at the country/ regional level.


 Monitoring and Oversight


Conduct ongoing monitoring and oversight of country office operations, ensuring they meet HQ standards.
Provide regular updates to HQ on the status of country offices, including KPI’s.
Coordinate with HQ to address issues identified during monitoring activities.


Requirements


Bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, including regional or multi-country management.
Experience in human resources governance, compliance, and strategy alignment. more

Overview

The position holder coordinates all communications activities at the SEI Africa and is also part of the SEI wide Comminutions team. The purpose of the job is to be responsible for building SEI Africa’s continental and international profile, develop and implement SEI’s Africa’s Communications Roadmap as aligned to SEI’s Global Strategy 2025, manage and coordinate SEI Africa’s... communication needs according to the organization’s policies, provide communication support to projects, and manage Centre events.

Duties and responsibilities


 Coordinate the preparation and implementation of the Centre Communications Roadmap in line with SEI Strategy, and the preparation of the Annual Centre Communications Plan.
Lead and coordinate SEI outreach activities that include media appearances, public presentations, science-policy dialogues, media briefings, and preparation of articles for specialist publications as appropriate;
Manage the Centre’s digital presence, including websites and social media content (e.g. blogs, LinkedIn, X, Facebook), and monitor trends in social media.
Coordinate and lead the preparation of the Centre’s outreach documents, publications and materials (annual report, brochures, fact sheets, etc.), and work with the Global Communications team to ensure wide dissemination of the outreach materials across the various target audience and the public
Contribute to the Centre’s knowledge management activities in liaison with the Centre’s Knowledge Management and Learning (MEL) Focal Point and the Engagement and Impact Officer
Establish and build relationships with decision-makers, and journalists, and maintain communication with key contacts in media, research, government, private sector and partner organizations in Africa.
Lead and coordinate events organized by the Centre including Workshops, Conferences, Seminars, Press Briefings, and Trainings, among others.
 Contribute to reputation management for the Centre and global SEI.
Provide guidance to the Centre Director and Management team on communication needs and decisions pertaining to SEI Communications.
Lead the Communications team, including supervision of the Communication staff and Communications Interns.


Requirements


A Master’s degree, preferably in Communications, Science Communications, Journalism, or Communication related fields.
At least 10 years of progressive working experience in the field of communications, and/or journalism and related areas, preferably in Africa.
Expert knowledge of social networking channels and demonstrated experience in administering social media platforms is essential.
Experience in science writing.
Experience in event management.
Experience working for an international organization.
Fluency in English is required; fluency in Kiswahili is preferred; and fluency in French is an added advantage. more

Overview

The Regional Coordination Officer is a seasoned professional accountable for a range of functions pertaining to ILC operations in the region, also providing technical insights on organizational evolutions, to develop focused regional strategies, effective implementation plans and overall impact on the ground. They are responsible for the on-going monitoring of operations and to assess... the regional overall landscape to support ILC’s regional positioning as an impactful, reliable and leading organization on land governance matters in the region. The Regional Coordination Officer (ILC Secretariat) supports the establishment and implementation of regional workplans in line with ILC global priorities and reflecting the engagement of ILC members in the region in support of effective regional governance. The Regional Coordination Officer works under the overall supervision of the Senior Impact, Regionalization and Learning Specialist (ILC Secretariat) to facilitate the work of a regional team in accordance with ILC and host organizations’ policies and procedures to implement an effective business model in collaboration with the other ILC clusters. They support the strengthening of ILC’s role and influence in the region, help alignment between global priorities and procedures and a bottom-up approach, including by informing key decisions at ILC global level. They support the coordination of high-performing regional teams. The Regional Coordination Officer reports to the Senior Impact, Regionalization and Learning Specialist (ILC Secretariat), is accountable to all ILC work leads and supports the coordination of the regional support team. Compliance of operations with the implementation of ILC Strategy 2030, established targets and monitoring of achievement of results. Assignments require the provision of technical expertise and input for the area of responsibility as well as in knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts. The impact of the work performed directly affects the overall reputation of the regional team in its ability to effectively deliver in its support function to the Coalition. They follow established procedures and contribute to their enhancement by voicing the concerns of regional members. Work at this level is considered moderately complex requiring in-depth technical analysis and reporting. It requires knowledge of the technical issues at stake, the political context and the priorities of the ILC membership. The work relationships of the Regional Coordination Officer are primarily responsible for the exchange of information regarding delivery capacity of the ILC in the region of competence. They are responsible for the set-up of a small support team in collaboration with the regional host. They interact closely with other ILC workleads, mainly with those responsible to coordinate the work around the three ILC strategic objectives as set forth in the strategy 2022-2030. The position represents ILC in the continent, hence it involves regular interactions with partners across the continent such as governments, regional integration institutions and regional partners. They communicate with donors and with ILC Africa Regional Committee and Coalition Council.

Duties and responsibilities

Work planning, implementation and positioning: The Regional Coordination Officer facilitates the regional work-planning, implementation and reporting systems in support to the delivery of the ILC Strategy 2030. They support impact-oriented member-led initiatives in the region and position ILC as a relevant and reliable development network in the region. Accountabilities include:


Analyze regional trends to identify opportunities and threats in support of strategic planning.
Develop regional plans, ensuring consideration of members’ priorities and land governance context in the region.
Coordinate the implementation of regional plans ensuring alignment to ILC Strategy 2030.
Support the selection of high performing, impact-oriented regional and national initiatives in line with ILC Strategy 2030.
Collect members’ feedback and report issues and areas for improvement in ILC strategy implementation.
Coordinate the production of regional progress reports towards the achievement of ILC’s objectives as per ILC Strategy 2030 (by initiative, platform and Regional Coordination Unit)   
Identify and promote strategic partnerships (political, technical and financial) with like-minded organizations for better regional positioning and increased impact.
Position ILC in important regional processes as a key player for securing land rights.


Regional governance and support to regionalization: The Regional Coordination Officer facilitates the development of a regionalized governance and One Team to support impact capacity of the ILC in the region, in ways that the network dynamics are reinforced and the role of the regional governance is well-established. Accountabilities include:


Support regional governance bodies, including by promoting accountability, transparency and a proper membership representation.
Support the participation of ILC regional governance representatives in the Coalition Council to ensure coherence across governance direction and decisions at global, regional and national level.
Coordinate members engagement in ILC initiatives and the overall network vibrancy at regional level, including by playing an active role in various governance processes of the ILC (mid-term reviews, evaluations, governance reform, membership intake, etc.).
Facilitate a primary role in all governance bodies and operations of the ILC and a strong voice in the definition of regional priorities for Peoples’ Organizations (POs) .
Coordinate commitment to ILC pledges at regional level.
Coordinate a high-performing regional team to support ILC operations and their impact on the ground within the parameters set forth by the regional governance, the ILC Strategy and budget.
Identify capacity needs that hinder the effectiveness of the support team and ensure that capacity-building is provided where needed.
Support the use of common tools and work systems designed and made available by ILC Secretariat by regional teams. 


Provide coordination to global functions in the region: The Regional Coordination Officer (ILC Secretariat) collaborates with ILC global work leads to coordinate functions at regional level, ensuring alignment to ILC objectives and mandate as established by the Director ILC and the Coalition Council. They facilitate the inclusion of regional needs into global frameworks under the lead of relevant ILC global work leads and support global strategies defined and deployed in ways that support ILC regionalization. Accountabilities include:


Support a global communication strategy by providing timely and relevant input to ensure regional priorities are well reflected.
Support a global resource mobilization strategy by providing timely and relevant input to ensure regional priorities are considered and help identify opportunities.
Support a learning and knowledge approach in the region, including leadership development.
Partake to overall planning, oversight and delivery of ILC flagship events, such as Coalition Council meetings and Global Land Forum when they happen in the region of responsibility. 


Managerial functions: is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of ILC resources. Accountabilities may include but are not limited to:


Manage ILC regional operations in liaison with colleagues in the Strategy, Network and Knowledge cluster.
People Management and evaluation of performance of consultants and staff under their purview. 
Contribute to the personnel and financial management of the work area, including the development and implementation of work plans and budgets.


Requirements


At least five (5) years progressively responsible experience in, and demonstrated understanding of, development initiatives in the field of specialization. 
Three (3) years in a multi-cultural organization or national organization providing support on a global scope.
Position-specific experience: Experience in fieldwork and international policy frameworks related to global environment, natural resource management and rural development is an asset. Extensive experience of working with grass-roots or smaller NGOs as well as into multi-actor partnerships within UN-multilateral system would be an asset.


Languages:


   English (Excellent) – required
   French (Excellent) – desirable more