Executive Support Officer (Maternity Cover - 5 Months)

Job Summary" object="Field">This is a short-term maternity cover (5 months) to provide support to the Director General- Development and manage the engagements with key institutional partnerships & CABI Member Countries.Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to DG-D and manage office tasks. Monitor project progress and generate quarterly reports. Prepare and document institutional records. Assist Global Directors and Senior Regional Directors. Strengthen collaboration with 49 Member countries. Develop and promote membership plans and benefits. Publicize MTS 2023-2025 to Member Countries. Manage translation of promotional materials. Support project development and achieve membership targets. Assist in Strategic Partnerships Development. Research potential partnerships and document meetings. Ensure efficient use of internal tools. Lead AIRCA Secretariat and promote partnerships. Organize meetings for AIRCA Board and Executive Committee. Knowledge & Skills: Excellent people skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain a positive attitude. Strong diplomacy, initiative, planning, organizational, and time management skills. Flexibility, reliability, tact, and discretion. Meticulous and good attention to detail. Proven analytical and drafting skills. Project Management background. Excellent report writing skills. Education & Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in Science Studies or related discipline. Master's degree in management, Administration, or related discipline. Advanced Computing skills. Excellent English and French (Desirable) - both written and spoken.