ANALYST- FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (FP&A)- KENYA

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The Alliance of Bioversity International (www.bioversityinternational.org) and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) (www.ciat.cgiar.org) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crises of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation.

With novel partnerships, the Alliance generates evidence and mainstreams innovations to transform food systems and landscapes so that they sustain the planet, drive prosperity, and nourish people in a climate crisis.

The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future.

About the position

The Alliance is looking to recruit for the position of Analyst- Financial Planning and Analysis. The Analyst will provide financial support for the FP&A function by coordinating activities within a medium-to-large portfolio. The role is responsible for executing financial planning, reporting, and analysis tasks to inform decision-making across business units, acting as a liaison between Finance and internal stakeholders.

Main responsibilities

• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process for assigned portfolios, ensuring data accuracy and business alignment.
  
• Support the development of financial models to assess business scenarios and trends.
  
• Conduct variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) and highlight key business drivers.
  
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into ERP systems and reporting tools.
  
• Identify inefficiencies in current reporting processes and support improvements through automation or refinement.
  
• Collaborate with business units to understand financial needs and provide analytical support.
  
• Act as a liaison between Finance and assigned business units to ensure accurate reporting and two-way communication.
  
• Coordinate with stakeholders to support the interpretation of financial reports and discuss operational implications.
  
• Prepare and maintain regular financial reports and dashboards.
  
• Present financial information and recommendations to internal stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
  
• Perform any other duties that may be required.
  

Education qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, finance and related fields.
  
• CPA is a desired qualification.
  
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience in finance units activities preferably gained in an international organization.
  
• Proficiency in relevant software packages (Microsoft Office Suite).
  
• Knowledge of or experience with financial management software.
  
• Full professional proficiency of the English language, both written and spoken
  
• Solid interpersonal, communications and teamwork skills; courtesy and tact, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different cultural and national backgrounds.
  
• Well-developed skills in personal organization, filing and priority setting, problem solving and accuracy.
  
• Strong client orientation and service approach
  
• Sound judgment and initiative; ability to work independently within the assigned area  
  
• Working knowledge of other languages.
  

Terms of employment

This is a nationally recruited position based in Nairobi, Kenya. The initial contract will be for one (1) year, subject to a probation period of three (3) months and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.

This position is graded at BG06 level with a minimum monthly basic salary of KES 168,837.00. This grade is in a scale of BG01 to BG14 (BG14 being the highest level according to the Alliance job classification policy). We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including but not limited to insurance, retirement plan, staff training and development, paid time off and flexible working arrangements.

The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer, and strive for

gender, diversity and inclusion in our staff, without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic.

Applications

Applicants are invited to visit  https://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number: (RFP300667)ANALYST- FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (FP&A): KENYA as the position applied for. Application and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting.

Note: The Alliance does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). The Alliance also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

Applications closing date: 10th July 2025

Please note that email applications will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at:

  http://alliancebioversityciat.org

Requirements

Education qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, finance and related fields.
• CPA is a desired qualification.
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience in finance units activities preferably gained in an international organization.
• Proficiency in relevant software packages (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Knowledge of or experience with financial management software.
• Full professional proficiency of the English language, both written and spoken
• Solid interpersonal, communications and teamwork skills; courtesy and tact, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different cultural and national backgrounds.
• Well-developed skills in personal organization, filing and priority setting, problem solving and accuracy.
• Strong client orientation and service approach
• Sound judgment and initiative; ability to work independently within the assigned area  
• Working knowledge of other languages.