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.
CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. For more information, visit cimmyt.org
CIMMYT is seeking a proactive, with attention to the detail, energetic and customer service-oriented professional for the position of Grant Management Analyst to work on the Donor Relations and Fundraising Unit of CIMMYT.
Specific duties:
Requirements
· Grant Management Knowledge: Practical experience or knowledge in managing grants, including proposal writing, budget, management, compliance with regulations and reporting.
· Software and Tool Competency: Proficiency in project management software, financial analysis tools and office software, especially Excel or similar tools.
· Excellent communication skills: both written and verbal for crafting proposals, reports and maintaining clear and effective communication with all involved parties in the grant management process.
· Advanced level of English. English will be tested and candidate should score a minimum of B2 on CEFR.
· Teamwork: Being able to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve objective.
· Organization and Attention to detail: to maintain accurate records and be detail-oriented is crucial.
· Deadline orientation: ability to work under pressure and meet set deadlines for requirements.
· Proactivity and autonomy: to take initiative and work independently when necessary.
· Teamwork: being able to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve objectives.
Benefits
CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes year-end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements