ANALYST- FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (FP&A)- KENYA
(INTERNAL POSITION ADVERTISEMENT ONLY) THE ORGANIZATION
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.
- Bachelor's degree in economics, accounting, finance and related fields.