The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

Overview

CIFOR ICRAF has an exciting opportunity for the position of one (1) Financial Assistant in the Sustainable Wild Meat Program (SWM) to be based in the Mintom field office, Mintom sub-division, in the South Region of Cameroon. We are looking for a Finance assistant to ensure timely follow up of the execution of the budget of the project (payments, budgeting, payroll, monthly reporting, filing), and when necessary, help organize all events related to SWM Program.

Duties and responsibilities

Finance responsibilities

• She/he will be responsible for managing the accountability of the funds received in the Mintom office. This includes having a monthly record of the funds received, justified and unspent.
• She/he will be responsible for receiving and securing the funds transferred from the CIFOR-ICRAF Yaoundé office and distribute them to the local coordinators in a monthly basis.
• She/he must ensure that all the justification of funds is archived in hard and soft copies according to the Program budget lines.

Office responsibilities

• She/he should assume the duty of office receptionist.
• She/he is responsible for transmitting notifications to the parties concerned according to the staffing chart.
• She/he should maintain the organization and cleanliness of the office.
• She/he must ensure the availability of material necessary for the smooth running of the office.

Communication and transparency

• She/he will be responsible for the transparent management of financial resources and ensure the correct monthly reporting to the CIFOR-ICRAF Yaoundé office.
• She/he will be responsible for attending a preparing summarized results of her/his activities to present in the regular monthly meetings with the Program team.

Requirements

• BA in accounting/management with practical experience and/or strong interest in administration; or BA in administration with practical experience and/or strong interest in accounting.
• 2 years relevant experience in similar job, preferably in an international NGO.
• Proficiency in French with good working knowledge in English.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of office administration/accounting and bookkeeping/payroll process.

Education, knowledge and experience

• • BA in accounting/management with practical experience and/or strong interest in administration; or BA in administration with practical experience and/or strong interest in accounting. • 2 years relevant experience in similar job, preferably in an international NGO. • Proficiency in French with good working knowledge in English. • Extensive experience with Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). • Knowledge of office administration/accounting and bookkeeping/payroll process.

Terms and conditions

• • This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience. • The initial appointment will be for seven (7) months. • Contract extension is contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources. • The duty station will be in Mintom arrondissement, in the South Region of Cameroon. • Send a copy of applications to [email protected] and [email protected]

Application process

The application deadline is 25 Nov-2023
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.