Description de l'offre
Call for Applications for the position of a FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE Specialist – CAMEROON IITA Cameroon is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Finance and Administrative Specialist with solid problem-solving skills, the ability to work well in a team environment, excellent oral and written communications skills, and the ability to work under minimal supervision for International Potato Center (CIP). The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business, and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. A - Duties The Finance and Administrative Specialist will be responsible for coordinating finance and administrative activities in Cameroon. The position will be based in Ngaoundéré with frequent travel to regional offices. The Finance and Administration Specialist will report to the Regional Finance Manager and to the Project Coordinator & Country Manager of the project based in Yaoundé. Key Responsibilities Finance Oversee the financial operations of the country office and ensure timely delivery of financial reports, including cash and bank management, payroll, ledgers, and other aspects of the country’s financial management. Responsible for entering financial information, timely month-end close, and maintaining all financial records for projects and the organization. Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Liaise with the Projects Finance Specialists in the monitoring and reviewing partners’ reports. Manage financial controls, analyze office, and project budgets, and make recommendations on budget expenditures. Monitor the expenditures to ensure that …