CIMMYT
agriculture
PartnershipExcellenceSpecialist(InternationallyRecruited)
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“Partnership Excellence Specialist (Internationally Recruited) at CIMMYT. Skills: partnership management, financial acumen, data analysis, stakeholder collaboration. Design and implement standardized process improvement across the full partnership lifecycle.. Develop workflows, templates, and documentation standards.”
Industry & Context.
problem-solving and implementation skills, with the ability to independently design, build, test, and refine solutions.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business management, finance, agriculture, international development, or a similar related field., 5+ years supporting oversight of partnership management systems in complex financial management, consulting, or transformational roles in NGOs, international organizations, or research institutions., financial acumen, with the ability to interpret partner financial reports, funding structures, and risk indicators, and translate these into practical frameworks, controls, and monitoring approaches., Experience or exposure to financial controls, internal controls frameworks, audit remediation, or risk management in grant- or partnership-based environments., Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing frameworks, procedures, tools, or processes (e.g., financial monitoring, due diligence, risk management, or performance tracking)., Proven ability to translate complex financial and operational concepts and processes into practical, user-friendly tools, templates, and guidance for diverse stakeholders., Hands-on experience in developing dashboards, trackers, or analytical tools (e.g., advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) including data analytics and data visualization tools to support decision-making., Experience working with multiple systems and data sources, with the ability to structure, reconcile, and present data in a meaningful and actionable way., Experience working in cross-functional environments, collaborating with Finance, Programs, Legal, Grants management, and/or IT/ERP teams to implement solutions., Exposure to risk-based due diligence, partner assessments, or compliance frameworks., Experience in change management or rollout of new tools and processes, including user training and adoption support., problem-solving and implementation skills, with the ability to independently design, build, test, and refine solutions., Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders and drive adoption of new tools and processes., Experience working in international and multicultural environments, preferably in Global South contexts., Proficiency with collaboration and document management platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Teams, Google Workspace).
Nice to Have
Master’s degree in a relevant field., Professional certifications in process improvement, transformation, or project delivery (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) are highly desirable., Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics 365) and contract management platforms (e.g., Icertis), including working with system constraints and enhancements., Exposure to data governance, documentation standards, or information management practices.
What You'll Do.
Design and implement standardized process improvement across the full partnership lifecycle.
and documentation standards.
Capture and document lessons learned and best practices.
Support the development of partnership trackings system.
Support the development and implementation of consistent standard organizational requirements for partner financial reporting.
Develop tools to track reporting timelines
and follow-up actions.
Design structured tools
and templates to support transparent
consistent partner selection.
Coordinate enhancements to CIMMYT's risk-based due diligence approach.
Improve tracking and visibility for due diligence.
and consistency of partnership-related data.
Develop practical analytical tools and dashboards.
Enhance and roll out improved data standards and practices.
Design and implement tools and frameworks for consistent risk identification
Establish and support the implementation of quality assurance protocols.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Co-develop tools, frameworks, and processes, in collaboration with colleagues working across Finance, Programs, Legal, Grants Management, and IT.; Co-design and roll out solutions collaboratively with Finance, Programs, Legal, Donor Relations, ERP, and other stakeholders.; Work closely with Finance, Legal, and ERP teams to ensure solutions are aligned with or enhancing existing policies, workflows, and system capabilities.; Experience working in cross-functional environments, collaborating with Finance, Programs, Legal, Grants management, and/or IT/ERP teams to implement solutions.; Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders and drive adoption of new tools and processes.
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders and drive adoption of new tools and processes.; Translate financial and technical partnership management concepts into clear, practical guidance and tools for diverse users.
Process & Methodology
Apply a structured change management approach, with stage gates, piloting, and user feedback, to minimize disruption to ongoing delivery commitments.
Full Job Description
CIMMYT is a cutting edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. For more information, visit: cimmyt.org CIMMYT is looking for an outstanding, self-motivated, and result-oriented professional for the position of Partnership Excellence Specialist. Partnerships are central to how CIMMYT operates, they shape our science, deliver our innovations, enable resource mobilization, and amplify our impact. This role exists to make those partnerships work better: more consistent, better governed, and more clearly tied to results. As Partnership Excellence Specialist, you will report directly to the Chief Transformation Officer and lead the design and implementation of a risk-based, systems-enabled partnership management framework across the organization. You will enhance how CIMMYT identifies, selects, manages, and monitors its partners, reducing fragmentation and strengthening the organizational capability to sustain high-quality partnerships at scale. This is a hands-on individual contributor role. You will co-develop tools, frameworks, and processes, in collaboration with colleagues working across Finance, Programs, Legal, Grants Management, and IT, and then support teams in adopting and using them. A near-term priority will be translating internal audit findings into concrete improvements to financial oversight, compliance monitoring, and systems controls across the partnership lifecycle. Over time, the role will evolve
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