(RFP301444) – INTERN TROPICAL FORAGES, NAIROBI, KENYA

INTERN - TROPICAL FORAGES (RFP301444) NAIROBI, KENYA Alliance Bioversity & CIAT ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) is a leading research organization dedicated to transforming global food systems through agricultural innovation and sustainability. We develop evidence-based solutions that address critical global challenges including malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. Operating as part of CGIAR, a worldwide research partnership committed to food security, we work through strategic partnerships to mainstream innovations that sustain our planet, drive economic prosperity, and nourish populations in an era of climate crisis. THE ROLE You'll join our Nairobi office as an Intern supporting the Tropical Forages Program. This position offers hands-on experience in program operations, providing essential administrative, logistical, travel, procurement, and coordination support to our research and program teams. You'll manage day-to-day operational requests while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely delivery across multiple functions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES You will handle comprehensive travel arrangements including flight options, ticket procurement, trip monitoring, insurance coordination, visa requirements, documentation legalization, and expense reimbursement. You'll organize logistical details for meetings, conferences, and events—from sending invitations to arranging flights and accommodation. You'll support research staff with acquisition requests for goods and services, following up with implementation leads and coordinating with accounting staff on payments. You'll process tasks assigned by Tropical Forages staff, collaborate with internal teams to meet agreed deadlines, maintain task-tracking systems, and communicate progress via email updates. Additional administrative duties as needed round out the position. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED You'll hold a Bachelor's degree in Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Accounting, or a closely related field. You must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. KEY COMPETENCIES Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, results-oriented thinking, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, proactivity with independent initiative, and solid planning and time management skills. EMPLOYMENT TERMS This nationally recruited position is based in Nairobi, Kenya. The initial contract runs for up to six months, subject to a probation period as per local legislation, with renewal dependent on performance and resource availability. The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to gender diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic. HOW TO APPLY Visit https://www.bioversityinternational.org/jobs/ to access complete position details and submit your application. Include reference number RFP301444 in your submission. Combine your application materials and CV into a single document, named using your last name and first name for sorting purposes. Applications close on October 7, 2026. Email applications will not be accepted, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. IMPORTANT NOTE The Alliance does not charge any fees during recruitment, interviews, processing, or training. We never request applicant bank account information. Learn more about us at http://alliancebioversityciat.org