Administrative Assistant

About the Company

CIMMYT is a cutting edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow's problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South.

Responsibilities

Grant Management Analyst

• Coordination of grant management steps
• Improve donor relations
• Support internal and external audits
• Attend meetings with the CGIAR
• Ensure grant information, documentation, and archiving are handled correctly

Administrative Assistant

• Support administrative activities related to consultants and students
• Develop databases, directories, and manage spreadsheets
• Register consultants' bank information in the payment system
• Integrate and manage consultant and student files
• Ensure proper loading of information in corresponding databases

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, International Relations, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or Project Management
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is a strong asset
• 3+ years of experience in grant administration or as an administrative assistant
• Practical experience in managing grants, including proposal writing, budget, and compliance
• Proven experience in data analysis
• Advanced level of English
• Proficiency in Excel, project management software, and financial analysis tools
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills