About the job
CIMMYT is an innovative, non-profit, international organization dedicated to addressing the challenges of tomorrow by enhancing agricultural production systems. We focus on improving the yield, quality, and reliability of staple crops such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and other associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South. Our commitment to fostering strong partnerships significantly enhances the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, contributing to a more productive, inclusive, and sustainable agrifood system.
We are currently establishing a Roster of qualified professionals to consider for future Administrative Assistant-related opportunities in various locations and areas of expertise.
What is a Roster?
A roster is a curated pool of pre-assessed, qualified candidates who may be contacted when relevant positions become available, allowing us to respond efficiently to hiring needs and significantly shorten recruitment timelines.
We invite applications for roles such as:
- Grant Management Analyst
- Administrative Assistant
The selected individuals will work at CIMMYT's headquarters in Texcoco, approximately 45 minutes from Mexico City.
General Responsibilities for Grant Management Analyst:
- Coordinate grant management processes.
- Enhance donor relationships.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Participate in meetings with the CGIAR.
- Ensure proper documentation, archiving, and management of grant information.
Responsibilities for Administrative Assistant:
- Assist with all administrative activities related to consultants and students of the Program.
- Develop and manage databases, directories, and spreadsheets.
- Register consultants' banking information in the payment system.
- Organize and maintain files for consultants and students.
- Ensure accurate data entry in the relevant databases.
