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World Agroforestry Centre Hiring for Account and Administration Assistants – 8 positions (Ref. No. 2164) at Uttar Pradesh Full Time
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Account and Administration Assistants – 8 positions (Ref. No. 2164)
Trees Outside Forest in India (TOFI)
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a
more equitable world where forestry and landscapes enhance the environment and well-being for all.
CIFOR-ICRAF are non-profit, scientific institutions that conduct research on the most pressing
challenges of forest and landscape management around the world. Using a global, multidisciplinary
approach, we aim to improve human well-being, protect the environment, and increase equity. Our
work focuses on innovative research, developing partners’ capacity, and actively engaging in dialogue
with all stakeholders to inform policies and practices that affect forests and people. Our work spans
the globe, with expertise in the ‘global South’. Founded in 1993 and 1978 respectively, CIFOR-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.
CIFOR is looking for a:
Account and Administration Assistants – 8 positions
Overview
CIFOR-ICRAF is currently seeking to fill several positions in The Asia Continental Program (ACP) for the
United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for Trees Outside Forest in India
(TOFI) program. The TOFI Program will run for five years – November 1, 2021 to October 31,
2026) in Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Haryana, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
Initial appointment will be for a period of one year with a probation period of 3 months for Local
Positions. Contracts will be renewed every year during the 5 years’ duration of TOFI, based on
performance, timely delivery, and continued relevance for the position. All these positions will
be under CIFOR-ICRAF umbrella, and while contributing to TOFI’s implementation; hired staff will
also be actively engaged in overall CIFOR-ICRAF program in India. The positions may continue
beyond TOFI subjected to availability of placement and funding.
• Job Category: Locally Recruited Position,
- Remuneration package: INR 525,704 – 882,132 p.a.
- Cash Benefits: Base salary, House rent allowance, fixed dearness
allowance, leave travel allowance, children education allowance,
etc
- Non-cash Benefits: The staff, spouse and two dependent children
are entitled for in-patient medical health insurance policy; and for
outpatient medical care (equivalent to one month salary plus fixed
dearness allowance) for a calendar year
- Duty station: Any of the 7 TOFI target States (Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Haryana,
Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh).
Applicants should clearly mention for which state they are applying
The successful applicant will be based at state/district office of TOFI, and will report to State
Coordinator, TOFI project, CIFOR-ICRAF. S/he will be responsible to provide administrative,
logistical and accounting support to the state office and custodian of the financial and
administrative documents.
Summary of responsibilities
• Scrutiny of invoices/bills and preparation vouchers for payment to vendors and entry in the
system.
- Assist Finance & Compliance Officer for keeping proper accounting of advances to staff vendors
as per CIFOR-ICRAF policies.
- Maintain Petty cash book and disbursement of the same.
- Prepare bank and petty cash reconciliations.
- Assist Finance & Compliance Officer in internal and external audit, the handling of the audit
queries and co-ordination of the program external audit.
- Assist Finance & Compliance Officer in preparing audit schedules and get the external audit of
accounts.
- Monitoring allocated state budgets and ensuring no variances, and any variances are immediately
communicated and corrected.
- Preparation and filing of correspondence and other documentation; maintaining filing systems;
acquiring office supplies, and arranging office equipment maintenance.
- Assist State Coordinator in making training and meetings arrangements.
- Arrange transportation for the staff/visitors as requested.
- Maintain incoming and outgoing courier service register and ensure timely delivery of the
incoming and outgoing courier/mails.
- Maintain communication systems (telephone, data cards, internet connectivity) in running
condition
- Attend to any other work assigned by CIFOR-ICRAF.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in commerce or business administration.
- Accounting qualification is a requirement.
- Up to three (3) years relevant experience.
- Good oral and written communication skills in English
- Experience in an accounting financial system and record keeping
- Experience in an NGO or international organization environment will be an added advantage.
Personal attributes and competencies:
- Must be able to work as a team member in accomplishment of duties.
- Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and good judgment.
- Demonstrate high level of integrity.
- Strong attention to detail and maintaining a timely and efficient workflow.
- A strong customer service orientation.
Terms and conditions
- This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position.
- Duration of the contract: One year renewable contingent upon availability of funds, continued
relevance of position and performance of the incumbent.
- CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and
experience.
- CIFOR-ICRAF reserves the right to modify the number of positions, locations, timeline or cancel
the hiring as necessary.
- Based on the performance/ competencies and needs, hired staff may be relocated to other
project locations upon mutual consent.
Application process
- The application deadline is 23 December 2021.
- Interested candidates are requested to submit their application online with cover letter, with at
least three reference through CIFOR-ICRAF career page
- Application without cover letter and references will not be considered.
- Candidates should mention the position and location (if applicable) they are applying in the
cover letter.
• We will acknowledge all applications, but will only contact short-listed candidates.
To apply, please visit our career site at:
Account and Administration Assistant
To learn more about CIFOR-ICRAF, please visit our websites at:
https://www.cifor.org, www.worldagroforestry.org, https://www.cifor-icraf.org
CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity – Applications from women professionals are
encouraged.
CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that
values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.