M25122 Personal Assistant to the Chief Operations Officer (COO)

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 rural households, smallholder farmers, and agricultural workers. As a Personal Assistant to the Chief Operations Officer (COO), you will be responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the COO, ensuring seamless coordination and communication among the COO, the Executive Director, and other key stakeholders. Your duties will include, but not be limited to: • Providing administrative support to the COO, including preparing and editing documents, reports, and presentations; • Coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the COO; • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and databases; • Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion; • Providing general administrative support to the COO's office, including answering phones, responding to emails, and performing other tasks as needed. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative organization, and to contribute to the development of sustainable agricultural practices and food systems. If you are a highly motivated and organized individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding role.