CIFOR-ICRAF
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.
CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a Business Operations Analyst – Africa- CIMMYT
Overview
About our organization:
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. For more information, visit: cimmyt.org
CIMMYT is hosted by World Agroforestry (ICRAF), a member of the CGIAR that is headquartered on United Nations Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya. We invite you to learn more about CIMMYT and World Agroforestry by accessing our web sites: www.cimmyt.org and www.worldagroforestry.org
CIMMYT is looking for a:
Business Operations Analyst – Africa
The Business Operations Analyst – Africa serves as a strategic partner to the Regional BSD Manager by providing operational analytics, business intelligence, performance monitoring, governance support, project coordination, and reporting across all Business Services Department (BSD) functions in Africa. The role supports Procurement, Fleet Management, Travel Management, Inventory and Warehouse Management, Asset Management, Vendor Management, and other BSD operational activities by establishing performance monitoring frameworks, coordinating strategic initiatives, tracking action plans, supporting training and change management efforts, and transforming operational data into actionable business insights. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring regional visibility of operational performance, monitoring execution of strategic priorities, supporting compliance with institutional procedures, and enabling data-driven decision-making across BSD operations in Africa.
Duties and responsibilities
1. Regional Reporting and Business Intelligence.
* Develop and maintain BSD regional dashboards, scorecards, and management reports.
* Extract, validate, analyze, and synthesize data from D365 and other institutional systems.
* Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual operational performance reports.
* Prepare executive presentations, briefing materials, and management updates.
* Develop reporting tools that provide visibility into operational performance, risks, trends, and opportunities.
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning exercises through data analysis.
2. Strategic Project and Action Management.
* Coordinate regional BSD projects and strategic initiatives.
* Maintain project trackers, action logs, milestone reports, and risk registers.
* Monitor progress against implementation plans and escalate delays where appropriate.
* Facilitate follow-up on management decisions and agreed action items.
* Support implementation of process improvements, system enhancements, and transformation initiatives.
3. Procurement Performance Monitoring.
* Monitor procurement cycle times, sourcing activities, and service delivery performance.
* Track LTAs, strategic sourcing initiatives, and procurement work plans.
* Analyze procurement spend and supplier performance trends.
* Monitor compliance with procurement procedures and documentation requirements.
* Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost optimization.
For complete job description and to apply, visit:
https://www.worldagroforestry.org/career/business-operations-analyst-africa-cimmyt
HOW TO APPLY:
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The application deadline is 24 Jul, 2026
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.