About
our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent
research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex
role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
As part of the Centre’s work to bring
tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers
– working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new
technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and
ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in
Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and
Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International
Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different
donors.
About
the position
The Project Assistant will be charged with the
responsibility of assisting project leaders with the administrative and
logistical management of projects in the East African (EA) region. He/she will
report directly to the project leaders but will be under the supervision of the
Programme Administrator. The position will be based at the EA regional office
located at ICRAF Headquarters in Nairobi.
Duties
and responsibilities
§ Assist in execution and monitoring of project activities in
liaison with project leaders
§ Processing of project payments to partners
§ Following up with the project Finance Assistant to ensure
that quarterly project reports are done in a timely manner and expenditures are
a reflection of approved budgets
§ Assisting in compiling donor reports while complying with
donor reporting requirements
§ Drafting letters/reports, scheduling appointments and
providing support in development of presentations and public awareness
materials
§ Making logistical arrangements for seminars, workshops, study
tours, conferences and coordinating travel arrangements for incoming and
outgoing missions
§ Liaising with procurement and finance offices for timely
purchase of project goods and services
§ Any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
§ Bachelor of Business Administration/Social Degree or relevant
degree
§ A Post Graduate Diploma in project management will be an
added advantage
§ At least 3 years’ experience in project administration
§ Good understanding of budgeting and financial management
procedures
§ Proficiency in database applications and MS office suit
§ Experience in an NGO or international organization
environment will be an added advantage
§ Must be a Kenyan citizen.
Terms
of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal
opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working
environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly
encourage applications from qualified women.
This position is on local terms and will be for
an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’
probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the
position and availability of resources.
How
to apply
Applications for the position must include:
§ A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position
against the listed requirements
§ A detailed curriculum vitae
§ The names and addresses of three referees, including
telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed to the
Human Resources Unit,
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF),
PO Box 30677, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org
and should indicate “Application for a Project
Assistant” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will be considered until 05
November 2011 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.
Please note that only short-listed applicants
meeting the above requirements will be contacted.You can now click on this link www.kenyanvacancies.com to visit our sister website for more vacancies.