ILRI Jobs in Kenya
ILRI Accountant Jobs in Kenya
IntroductionILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa.
Responsibilities
Prepare payments, perform account reconciliations and invoicing;
Staff Accounts maintenance
Ensure donor receivables & payables are reconciled to the GL, by ensuring cash received is identified on time and posted in the system;
Ensure provisions for bad debts are done as per policy;
Ensure project fixed assets have been properly allocated.
Assist Manager is the processes of Due Diligence and review of partnership agreements;
Assist with Full Cost Recovery and donor reporting verification
Provide additional support on demand to the clients of the unit
Help other unit members to learn and excel in their work
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance
Professional technical skills desired: CPA (K) or ACCA qualification
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Finance – preferably with donor-funded organizations;
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 22nd January, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Accountant Jobs in Kenya
ILRI Proposal / Grant Writers Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Work with program leaders, project leaders, regional representatives and other relevant internal teams to develop a compelling, evidence-based proposal for submission to international donors and foundations.
Take the lead on writing proposal sections in accordance with the requirements established by the donor. Review the RFP and assure clear understanding of all requirements.
Ensure that the tone, content and design of the proposal corresponds to the needs and focus of the donor and speaks clearly and convincingly to the donor
agenda.
Meet with key project stakeholders within ILRI areas of operation as needed to ensure that the program design and bid integrate expertise from all relevant actors/sectors, including private sector, impact investors including social ventures, national agricultural research systems, government departments, and others as needed.
Qualifications
An advanced research degree (Masters or PhD) in agriculture, international development, a social science, or another field relevant to this assignment.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in designing, writing and editing project proposals, preferably for agricultural development-related initiatives in East, Southern and West Africa and South and Southeast Asia.
Proven track record of developing project proposals and success in winning grants to the value of at least USD 1m/ proposal, from institutional donors, preferably from major donor agencies.
Success in fundraising for international, agricultural and/or research organizations in developing countries is a clear advantage.
Familiarity with the funding structures and opportunities of international donors and investors. Good and proven working relationships with relevant development and government authorities and stakeholder is a clear advantage.
Proven ability to translate scientific language into easily understandable, readable, compelling and well-written value proposition. Must be able to write to a range of audiences and creatively explain complex technical ideas in an approachable, compelling way.
Superior English speaking/writing skills required.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 22nd January, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Proposal / Grant Writers Jobs in Kenya
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