Junior Officer-Administrative Coordination

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff. Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change. This position will report to the Manager – Programs and Coordination, ISARC. With the minimum supervision of the supervisor, the incumbent will be assisting in day to day administrative support to the admin and program management team to ensure efficient operation of the office. S/he will provide supports to through a variety of tasks including scheduling meeting, drafting communication, making logistic arrangements for staff and visitors, maintaining filing, records, confidential and time sensitive material. S/he will closely work with IRRI finance team at Delhi and HQ for day-to-day office operations

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.