Call for Applications for the position of a Finance and Administrative Assistant (Nationally Recruited Staff) position RE-advertised The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture calls for applications for the recruitment of a dynamic and experienced Administrative and Financial Assistant to support the Alliance of Bioversity International (Alliance Bioversty-CIAT) activities in Cameroon. This position is readvertised for interested candidates to apply and reapply for those who had applied before. The Finance and Administrative Assistant supports the Finance and Administration Units at the Station, while working in close collaboration with other operation services, to support Alliance Bioversity-CIAT teams; Compliance with IITA procedures is of utmost importance. The Administrative and Financial Assistant will be responsible for providing a variety of specialized tasks, whilst ensuring accurate and timely delivery in compliance with IITA administrative and financial rules and regulations. He/she is also expected to recommend improvements to process delivery and system design. A – Duties and Responsabilities Administration management Responsible for correspondences, preparation of contracts and sending invitations. Responsible for vehicle fleet (regular maintenance and vehicle usage policies applied) Responsible for fixed assets management Take responsibility for the maintenance of all office equipment Prepare payment request according to internal procedures of the organization. Coordinate and organize field staff travels Manage documentation/logistics of Alliance Bioversity-CIAT visiting researchers, scholars and guests ensuring that it is correctly completed and available Assist with planning of workshops and events Financial management and accounting Generate monthly and year-end financial reports for Alliance Bioversity-CIAT Manage expenses and income for multiple Alliance Bioversity-CIAT projects Track Cash and Bank Payments Prepare and track Alliance Bioversity-CIAT related invoices Verify and ensuring accuracy by checking sources, making necessary calculations and assuring inclusion of all relevant data. Oversee management of income and expense budgeting, reporting and reconciliation for Alliance Bioversity-CIAT field sites and projects Assist in year-end …