Reference number: 2498
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Bogor, Indonesia
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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 todayโs 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
Finance Officer โ Budgets and Planning
Overview
This position will be based in Bogor and operate under the supervision of Finance Manager โ Budgets and Planning, overseeing the budgeting process across CIFOR-ICRAFโs global operations, including regions in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe. The Finance Officer is responsible for ensuring the budget proposals are prepared in accordance with CIFOR-ICRAFโs policies and donor requirements. Additionally, the role involves coordinating the annual CIFOR-ICRAFโs Program of Work and Budget (PoWB) process in compliance with current policies and procedures. This position will collaborate closely with Resource Mobilization Unit, CIFOR-ICRAF Regions and Countries, Project Manager, and Program Administration.
Duties and responsibilities
Pre-Award proposal development
Review and advise on the project proposal/budget preparation in regard to compliance issues for all prospective sources of funding.
Review the proposal budget prepared by the Finance Assistant before submission to the Finance Manager
Ensure an accurate full cost recovery methodology to cover CIFOR-ICRAF non-research expenses and specific research unitsโ costs.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant donor policies, regulations, and procedures.
To ensure the organizationโs policies on full cost recovery and laid down donor regulations are adhered to in all donor proposal budgets.
Centre Funds Monitoring and Annual Program of Work and Budgets (PoWB)
Coordinate the annual Program of Work and Budgets in all its aspects including calling for budget documents, information, and data from all concerned, collate, review, discuss, and support Finance Manager in the preparation of PoWB report for approval to the Integrated Leadership Team and the Board.
Monitor the status of budget input in the system and follow up to the respective units, ensure the budgets have been posted accurately and timely in the system.
Collaborate with System Development Team to solve any technical issue in the budget system.
Monitor the status of high probability proposals in collaboration with Resource Mobilization and Research Team and update the budget accordingly in the system.
Ensure the CIFOR-ICRAF Rolling budget is up to date.
Provide ad hoc report and gather information from the system to support the analysis on the center funds and annual budget.
Management and Other Stakeholders Reporting
Monitor the burn rate status under the unit / region that are assigned, provide the analysis, and report to the Senior Finance Officer.
Collaborate with the Grants Accounting Team in providing necessary reports and in analyzing of grants burn rates and indirect cost recovery status.
Contribute to the discussions with relevant stakeholders on planning and monitoring interventions to keep the various teams and projects on budget.
Support Finance Manager in the preparation of all reports (including ad hoc reports), information and data required or requested by Management Team and the Board of Trustees.
Initiate and participate in the development and implementation of reporting platforms and templates within the system and other platforms for the different stakeholders.
Internal Controls
Ensure compliance with policies and safeguard of CIFOR-ICRAF assets.O
Other Responsibilities
Identify and assess changes that could significantly impact the system of internal control in CIFOR-ICRAF.
Evaluate and communicate internal control deficiencies in a timely manner to the supervisor.
Education, knowledge and experience โข Bachelorโs degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
โข Minimum 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis work, with hands-on experience in budget planning process.
โข Extensive experience in developing proposal budgets for international organizations with a solid understanding of full cost recovery principles and donor compliance.
โข Experience in handling budget and strong understanding of financial compliance frameworks for international donor-funded projects.
โข Experienced in using Excel for large dataset analysis, scenario planning, and budget automation using formulas and pivot-based reports.
โข Experience with financial software applications, familiar with UNIT4 Agresso System.
โข Experience working with a wide and diverse network of groups and individuals.
Terms and conditions โข This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency, commensurate with skills and experience.
โข The appointment will be for 1 (one) year with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
โข The duty station will be in Bogor, Indonesia.
โข The application deadline is 5 September 2025, 05.00 pm WIB.
To apply, please visit our career site at: https://www.cifor-icraf.org/about/work-with-us/
To learn more about CIFOR-ICRAF, please visit our websites at: https://www.cifor-icraf.org
CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity โ 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.
Application process The application deadline is 05 Sep 2025
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.
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