Director of Operations

il y a 2 semaines


Montpellier, Occitanie, France CIP Temps plein

About the Role:

CIP is seeking a highly experienced Director of Operations to lead the development and implementation of strategies, plans, and mechanisms to strengthen and modernize all operations areas at CIP in support of the CIP2030 Strategy.

The selected candidate will enable sustainable organizational growth, generate value-for-money for our funders and stakeholders, safeguard organizational values and staff wellbeing, and support consistently high levels of operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop strategic operational planning through internal and external analyses of opportunities and constraints and by developing integrated operations solutions for CIP's strategic goals.
  • Establish and oversee effective and innovative operational processes across the organization to deliver value-for-money and promote CIP's strategic goals in all regions and fields of operation.
  • Oversee the operations departments (Finance, Grants & Legal Services and Administration) by setting organizational goals, targets, policies, and guide team leaders in these areas. Support the Director General in overseeing the daily operations of the People & Culture department.
  • Lead the development of strategic investment and business plans for CIP to capture future demand and enable and support excellence in science and innovation and equitable partnerships for impact.
  • Procure, develop, and mentor outstanding talent to fill key operations leadership roles and provide strategic advice to the Director General on the continued adaptation and renewal of operations competencies and capacities.
  • Direct and oversee CIP's engagement with CGIAR Business Units and with other Centers, identifying areas of synergies and opportunities for shared services, while promoting CIP's strategic goals.
  • Prepare and present reports on Operations to the CIP Board of Trustees and other forums within CGIAR or with funders.
  • Comply with CIP's Health & Safety policy at regional level and ensure compliance at country level.

Requirements:

What are we looking for?

  • Master's degree in business administration, Finance or Accounting.
  • At least 15 years of professional experience in a senior operations role in a global research or development organization or business enterprise operating in multiple countries.
  • Sound understanding of all relevant operations areas and experience of integrated planning and delivery of operations support for organizational growth.
  • Solid experience of financial management and metrics-based management accountability using up-to-date internationally recognized financial reporting and accounting standards.
  • Hands-on experience leading and developing teams of operations experts across multiple countries and areas of practice.
  • Strong experience of overseeing the development and adaptive implementation of institutional investment plans.
  • Practical experience and up-to-date understanding of international standards of ethics and business conduct.
  • Leadership competencies:
    • Managing Change
    • Setting vision and strategy
    • Inspiring trust and passion in CIP's mission.
    • Value honestly, integrity and diversity
    • Building and maintaining partnerships and relationships.
    • Selecting, Coaching and appraising staff.
    • Influencing and resolving differences across boundaries
    • Planning and managing staff to achieve quality results.
    • Creating and environment for leading & knowledge sharing.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
    • Good working proficiency of Spanish is highly desirable.

Benefits:

What are we offering?

  • Exciting career opportunity in an international organization.
  • 3-year contract with possibility of renewal.
  • Internationally competitive salary, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience. Internationally competitive pension and health plans

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