Senior ERP Functional Business Analyst

As a leading non-profit organization, CIMMYT is committed to addressing global agricultural challenges through innovative solutions. We focus on enhancing the production of essential cereals such as maize, wheat, and sorghum, particularly in developing regions. Our partnerships empower millions of resource-poor farmers, aiming for a sustainable and resilient agrifood system. CIMMYT is a prominent CGIAR Research Center, dedicated to improving food security and natural resource management.The Senior ERP Functional Business Analyst plays a crucial role in aligning technology with business objectives, specifically focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Microsoft Fabric data analytics platform. This position is responsible for managing the full ERP lifecycle, ensuring quality delivery from initial requirements gathering to deployment and support, adhering to ITIL service management and CIMMYT's compliance standards.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Engagement & RequirementsServe as the primary point of contact between the ERP team and business stakeholders, primarily Business Analysts.Collaborate with Functional Business Analysts and process owners to gather, refine, and prioritize business requirements.Validate Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and Functional Requirement Documents (FRD) for completeness and alignment with CIMMYT’s IT architecture.Identify and plan all prerequisites and dependencies before initiating solution development.Solution Strategy & Design GovernanceDetermine the delivery strategy, whether through internal development or outsourcing.Review Functional Design Documents (FDD) and technical design artifacts to ensure adherence to best practices.Prioritize the use of standard D365 features to minimize customizations.Maintain up-to-date system documentation for IT and user guidance.Vendor & Cost ManagementAssess and negotiate quotations from vendors for projects and change requests.Lead technical discussions and support commercial negotiations with partners.Delivery Oversight & Quality AssuranceEstablish and enforce structured Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) procedures.Ensure timely testing and adherence to defined acceptance criteria and test coverage.Conduct workshops and gather feedback to refine solutions.

CIMMYT is an innovative, non-profit international organization committed to addressing the challenges of tomorrow, today. With a focus on enhancing the quantity, quality, and reliability of production systems for staple grains such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and other related crops, we leverage applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South. By fostering robust partnerships, we aim to improve the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers while advancing a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary limits. As a core CGIAR Research Center, we are part of a global research partnership dedicated to reducing poverty, improving food and nutrition security, and enhancing natural resource management.The Business Analyst (BA) serves as a vital representative for specific functional areas, including Finance, HR, Procurement, Legal, and Programmatic Chapters, playing a crucial role throughout the corporate IT applications lifecycle. The BA is responsible for gathering and analyzing business needs, translating them into IT requirements, and ensuring alignment with functional strategies and objectives. Acting as a bridge between business stakeholders and CIMMYT IT teams, the BA facilitates clear communication and mutual understanding of goals, timelines, and constraints.The BA prioritizes requirements, balancing business value with IT feasibility and costs while managing interdependencies across various business processes and IT systems. They define project scopes, manage scope changes, and adapt to evolving needs. Furthermore, the BA leads testing of new applications and change requests to ensure that solutions meet business expectations and effectively address emerging issues.Throughout the process, the BA maintains comprehensive documentation, manages stakeholder relationships, and ensures the successful delivery of IT solutions that align with business objectives. The BA is essential for guaranteeing that IT projects deliver value and align with business priorities.To excel in this role, the BA should be an experienced professional with a deep understanding of corporate and departmental strategies, a trusted advisor to their principal, and a respected figure among colleagues and consulting partners, possessing the required seniority and expertise.

As an ERP Functional Solution Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing functional system processes and solutions that enhance our operational efficiency through our ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics D365) and related administrative applications. Your expertise will ensure that we achieve optimal efficacy, internal control, and compliance via automated application controls and access rights.You will be responsible for ensuring full integration and conducting impact analysis across various operational chapters and departments. This includes establishing comprehensive management reporting tools based on ERP source data and aligning with process owners and stakeholders' information needs.In your role as a Microsoft D365 Functional Specialist, you will coordinate new projects and liaise with the technology staff to address issues and changes reported by business users. You will conduct application fit-gap analyses, oversee design and development in collaboration with the ERP team and external consultants, and guide end-user training and testing throughout the project lifecycle.Your responsibilities will also include testing core functionalities, implementing new enhancements, and resolving production defects. You will assist with project communications, scheduling, and logistics, support business and end-user correspondence, and lead the preparation and updating of training materials.Moreover, you will be involved in change management related to technical requirements and assist key users in testing new functionalities while documenting and retaining ERP knowledge. You will ensure alignment between user IT strategies and the overarching departmental strategies, securing the necessary delegation to represent departmental IT requirements and priorities.Additionally, you will translate business needs into actionable technical requirements for the ERP team, facilitate workshops and meetings to capture stakeholder input, and collaborate with other Business Analysts on cross-departmental applications to harmonize requirements and resolve interdependencies.

CIMMYT is an innovative, non-profit international organization committed to addressing the agricultural challenges of the future. Our mission is to enhance the quality, quantity, and sustainability of production systems for staple crops like maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, and millets through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South. By forging strong partnerships, we aim to improve the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, striving for a more productive, inclusive, and sustainable agrifood system within planetary boundaries. As a central CGIAR Research Center, we are dedicated to reducing poverty, improving food and nutrition security, and enhancing natural resource management.For further details, please visit cimmyt.org.CIMMYT is currently constructing a Roster of qualified professionals for consideration for future roles across various locations and fields of expertise.What is a Roster?A roster is a curated pool of pre-assessed, qualified candidates who may be contacted as relevant positions arise. This strategic approach allows us to efficiently meet hiring needs and significantly reduce recruitment timelines.We invite applications for IT-related positions, including:Business AnalysisERP AnalysisData & AnalyticsDevelopment and Project ManagementFull-Stack DevelopmentThese roles will work collaboratively with business stakeholders and IT teams to provide scalable, secure, and value-driven solutions across the organization. We seek candidates who can act as strategic partners between business and technology, contributing to the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of enterprise solutions, primarily within the Microsoft ecosystem (Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Data & Analytics).The positions will be located in various countries where CIMMYT operates.

CIMMYT is an innovative, non-profit international organization committed to addressing the challenges of tomorrow. Our mission focuses on enhancing the quantity, quality, and reliability of production systems for staple cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and other related crops through the application of agricultural science. We emphasize building robust partnerships, particularly across the Global South, to improve the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers. Our work aims to create a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system that operates within planetary boundaries. As a core CGIAR Research Center, CIMMYT is at the forefront of a global research partnership dedicated to achieving a food-secure future, reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resource management.The ERP Development Manager will display the following competencies and observable behaviors to ensure the successful execution of CIMMYT’s ERP initiatives:A profound hands-on expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Finance & Operations/Customer Engagement), including data modeling, extensions, and application lifecycle management (ALM).Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Power BI/Fabric for enterprise analytics, data modeling, DAX, and data governance.Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services (App Service, Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus, Key Vault, Azure AD/Entra ID) along with DevOps pipelines (CI/CD).Solid understanding of databases and integration concepts: SQL Server, data warehousing, REST/JSON, OData, SOAP, and secure API designs.Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, and contemporary front-end frameworks for ERP-related customizations and portals.Ideally, possess working knowledge of SAP Concur (expense, travel, invoice) integrations and Sapience platform configuration and data flows.Responsibilities:Build and lead a high-performing development team; set clear objectives, provide mentorship, and deliver constructive performance feedback.Create an inclusive, learning-oriented culture that encourages peer reviews, coding standards, and knowledge sharing.Balance workloads and prioritize tasks to ensure sustainable delivery pace and staff wellbeing.Promote a DevOps culture focusing on collaboration, continuous feedback, automation, and learning across internal teams and external partners, thereby reducing handoffs and enhancing value delivery.Define and manage Scope of Work (SoW) for outsourced partners, ensuring that all deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and budget constraints.Challenge estimates and quotations using effort baselines and negotiate fair rates.Enforce service level agreements (SLAs) and acceptance criteria; drive issue resolution and continuous improvement with vendors.Collaborate closely with the Solution Architect and the Project Management Office (PMO) on plans, dependencies, and milestones, maintaining transparency.

Join the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT®), a leading not-for-profit agricultural research organization dedicated to enhancing the livelihoods of farmers and contributing to global food security. With partners in over 100 countries, we strive for innovative solutions in agricultural practices.We are currently in search of a proactive and dedicated Senior Financial Analyst who will play a crucial role in conducting economic and financial analyses for our investment projects. This position will enable informed decision-making by providing accurate data regarding financial returns and associated risks.This role is based at CIMMYT's campus in Texcoco, State of Mexico, conveniently located 45 km northeast of Mexico City.

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, commonly referred to as CIMMYT®, is a non-profit organization dedicated to agricultural research and development, collaborating with partners across more than 100 countries to enhance food security and sustainability.We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and self-driven Junior Financial Analyst to play a pivotal role in assessing the economic viability of our investment projects. This position will involve providing essential financial data to guide key decision-making processes regarding returns and associated risks.The role is situated at CIMMYT’s vibrant campus in Texcoco, located just 45 km northeast of Mexico City, Mexico.Key Responsibilities:Analyze data from the Country Mapping Template and Pipelines to generate Project Contract IDs (PCID) in our system.Input and verify ICC information within our financial systems.Maintain and update the Elaboration Database (EDB).Review proposal budgets, ensuring compliance with CGIAR costing guidelines, institutional policies, and donor regulations.Assist in the accurate and timely uploading of project budgets into the financial system based on information provided by PFM.Support the Financial Analyst in responding promptly to inquiries from the PFMU Supervisor and Financial Analyst.Help ensure the timely preparation of accurate Financial Reports for donors and internal stakeholders, adhering to CIMMYT standards and CGIAR policies.Provide assistance during donor-specific and internal audits as required.

CIMMYT is an innovative non-profit organization with a global reach, committed to addressing the agricultural challenges of the future. We focus on enhancing the quantity, quality, and sustainability of production systems for essential cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, and millets. Our initiatives, particularly in the Global South, are fortified by strong partnerships, leading to improved livelihoods and resilience for millions of resource-poor farmers. Through our efforts, we aim to cultivate a more inclusive, productive, and resilient agrifood system while respecting planetary boundaries. As a core CGIAR Research Center, CIMMYT is part of a global research partnership dedicated to achieving food security and reducing poverty.CIMMYT is searching for a proactive and service-oriented individual to join our Engagement Chapter as a Digital Analyst.This position is based at CIMMYT's headquarters in Texcoco, close to Mexico City.The Digital Analyst will play a vital role in managing, evolving, and optimizing CIMMYT’s external digital ecosystem. This includes ensuring that our corporate and project digital platforms are functional, engaging, data-driven, and aligned with our mission to promote inclusive, productive, and resilient agrifood systems.The role encompasses hands-on website management, light digital development, analytics, and creative problem-solving to enhance CIMMYT’s digital footprint and external engagement.

CIMMYT is a pioneering, non-profit global organization focused on addressing the agricultural challenges of tomorrow. We are dedicated to enhancing the quantity, quality, and reliability of staple crop production, such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and other associated crops through innovative agricultural science. Our efforts are particularly concentrated in the Global South, where we forge strong partnerships to elevate the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-constrained farmers. As a core CGIAR Research Center, we aim to create a more productive, equitable, and sustainable agrifood system while adhering to planetary boundaries.For more details, please visit cimmyt.org.CIMMYT is on the lookout for a proactive, detail-oriented financial professional for the role of Financial Analyst within our Financial Planning Unit. This position focuses on budget processes, expense analysis, and cost reallocation under the Operations Chapter.This role is based at CIMMYT’s campus in Texcoco, located approximately 45 km northeast of Mexico City.Key Responsibilities:Participate in the annual institutional budget process, including administration, operational expenses, and CAPEX.Develop institutional templates that incorporate historical data and forecasts for the year ahead.Upload budget data for support and institutional units into Microsoft Dynamics AX/365.Conduct monthly expense monitoring (Budget vs. Actuals) and manage significant variations to prevent end-of-year overspending, particularly concerning the D365 project.Prepare and distribute monthly and quarterly financial management reports.Oversee D365 project contracts with consultants and outsourced services.Conduct midyear budget revisions and analysis (Budget vs Actuals, Forecast, etc.).Assist in maintaining institutional master data within the system (new project codes, expense categories, modifications, etc.).Analyze large databases using Excel to provide meaningful financial insights.Contribute to the enhancement of reporting formats and the development of KPIs.Ensure financial reports are accurate and comply with international standards and agreements.Support the monthly Integrated Management Reporting Package (IMRP) by explaining key variances.Collaborate with various departments to gather necessary information for budget analysis.Assist the Financial Information and Reporting Manager with various activities.Respond to ad hoc requests for financial information.

CIMMYT is a pioneering non-profit organization committed to addressing future agricultural challenges today. Our mission focuses on enhancing the quantity, quality, and reliability of production systems and staple crops like maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and other related crops through cutting-edge agricultural science. This is particularly vital in the Global South, where we strive to build robust partnerships that uplift the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-limited farmers. Our goal is to create a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system while respecting planetary boundaries. As a key CGIAR Research Center, we are part of a global research coalition dedicated to reducing poverty, improving food and nutrition security, and conserving natural resources. For more details, visit cimmyt.org.CIMMYT is looking for a results-oriented and dynamic professional with exceptional teamwork skills for the role of Accounting Analyst within our Accounting Department.The Accounting Analyst will act as a Fixed Assets Specialist, tasked with ensuring accurate accounting, control, and lifecycle management of the organization's fixed assets in compliance with Mexican accounting and tax regulations, as well as internal policies. This position is critical for guaranteeing precise financial reporting, assisting with monthly and year-end closings, and upholding robust internal controls over fixed assets. Experience with tax matters, including VAT and fixed asset tax treatment, is highly desirable.This role necessitates close collaboration with various internal stakeholders across multiple locations, ensuring compliance, audit readiness, and ongoing improvements in accounting processes.