CIFOR & ICRAF in action

Landscape Alliance transforms science into action, unlocking the power of trees, forests and agroforestry landscapes to advance planetary health and human well-being. It is the shared operating name of the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF), two independent International Organizations and CGIAR Research Centers working together through a common strategy, governance and leadership structure.

CIFOR and ICRAF bring together decades of scientific leadership in forests, trees, agroforestry, biodiversity, climate, food systems and livelihoods. CIFOR, headquartered in Bogor, Indonesia, advances research on forests and landscape management to inform policies and practices that improve human well-being, protect the environment and increase equity. ICRAF, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, harnesses the benefits of trees for people and the environment, generating knowledge that helps governments, development partners and farmers make farming and livelihoods more sustainable.

About our organization: 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 such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. For more information, visit: cimmyt.org CIMMYT is hosted by World Agroforestry (ICRAF), a member of the CGIAR that is headquartered on United Nations Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya. We invite you to learn more about CIMMYT and World Agroforestry by accessing our web sites: www.cimmyt.org and www.worldagroforestry.org CIMMYT is looking for a: Senior Finance Analyst - Africa The Senior Finance Analyst – Africa, supports the Regional Finance Manager in executing CIMMYT’s regional finance oversight model across country offices within Africa region. The role provides analytical, compliance monitoring, quality assurance, risk management, and coordination support to strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and financial performance oversight across country operations. Acting as a key member of the regional finance oversight function, the position supports the execution of finance reviews, compliance monitoring activities, risk assessments, corrective action tracking, and management reporting across multiple country offices. The role works closely with Country Finance Managers, Country Finance Leads, Country Representatives, headquarters finance functions, and regional stakeholders to promote consistent application of institutional policies, improve financial visibility, strengthen control environments, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role does not have direct supervisory responsibility but is expected to influence, coordinate, and collaborate effectively across multiple countries and stakeholders.

•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Audit, or related field. •Professional accounting or audit qualification preferred (CPA, ACCA, CA, CIA, CMA, CISA, or equivalent). •Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, audit, compliance, internal controls, risk management, or financial analysis. •Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance frameworks, risk management, and governance principles. •Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, financial monitoring, or assurance-related activities.

•Strong analytical, problem-solving, reporting, and documentation skills. •Experience working with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, dashboards, and data analytics solutions. •Advanced Excel skills and experience analyzing large data sets. •Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI, or similar reporting and analytics tools is highly desirable. •Experience in international organizations, CGIAR centers, NGOs, development organizations, or multi-country environments is highly desirable. •Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills. •Ability to work effectively across multiple countries, cultures, and organizational levels

•This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In Kenya, employment contracts are issued under ICRAF in compliance with Kenyan labour law. Locally recruited staff are eligible for a non-contributory pension scheme, comprehensive medical insurance, paid annual and statutory leave, and learning and development opportunities in line with CIFOR-ICRAF policies. •The appointment will be for a period of two (2) years, inclusive of a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources. •The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya. •We will acknowledge all applications but will only contact short-listed candidates.