# M26152- Facilities Coordinator (Locally Recruited) > CIMMYT · Texcoco, Mexico · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-29 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Finance Department ## Description 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 resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. For more information, visit www.cimmyt.org CIMMYT is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented individual for the position of Facilities Coordinator for the operations chapter of the Facilities program. This position will be based at CIMMYT headquarters in El Batán, Texcoco, Mexico, 45 minutes from Mexico City. - Lead cleaning and pest control service projects contracted with specialized providers, defining objectives, scope, activities, requirements, specifications, strategies, and schedules based on identified needs at the CIMMYT Center and external residences. - Lead the Landscaping area, ensuring compliance with scheduled services for the proper and timely maintenance of lawns, trees, hedges, and gardens in general. - Oversee the General Services operations, including the setup, renovation, and delivery of offices, cubicles, and common areas, as well as the disposal of obsolete furniture and materials (whether inventoried or not). - Supervise the supply, installation, and maintenance of furniture and related accessories (e.g., dispensers, waste bins, battery containers), ensuring compliance with ergonomic standards and institutional image guidelines. - Coordinate requests for external locksmith and blinds services across all CIMMYT facilities. - Coordinate with user departments the scheduling and invoicing of services such as landscaping, ensuring proper accounting reclassification. - Develop and update procedure manuals for the projects under their responsibility, supporting ISO certification processes. - Coordinate the semi-annual inventory of tools and equipment used by Facilities and Maintenance personnel, identifying wear, loss, or misuse. - Manage the issuance, return, and custody of tools and equipment for both new hires and departing staff. - Supervise warehouse inventories, ensuring proper use of assets and identifying obsolete equipment for disposal, auction, or relocation to other stations. - Authorize the removal of furniture, materials, and tools for disposal, repair, or use in external CIMMYT residences. - Oversee the full procurement process, including requests, purchase orders, and delivery of services, civil works, tools, furniture, and other Facilities and Maintenance requirements. - Ensure proper expense classification and assignment of corresponding ICC codes in warehousing and procurement systems, as well as the control and updating of assigned CAPEX or the request of new budgets according to area needs. - Coordinate administrative and operational requirements of the team, including technical training, uniforms, and digitization initiatives. ## Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) is preferred. - Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a similar position. - Advanced level of English is required and will be evaluated. Candidates must demonstrate a minimum English proficiency level of B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). - Strong sense of responsibility, organization, and cleanliness. - Dynamic professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to comply with established safety regulations, as the position involves working in areas with electrical installations and a high level of occupational risk exposure. - Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. - Availability to work rotating shifts and occasionally on rest days. - Excellent manual dexterity and ability to interact effectively with others. - Demonstrated competencies in critical thinking, communication, teamwork, customer orientation, and problem solving. ## Benefits CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes year-end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit). **Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.** **Foreign national candidates must have legal documents to work in Mexico.** **This position will remain open until filled.** **CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.** ## Apply [Apply at CIMMYT](https://apply.workable.com/cimmyt-1/j/402D269348/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)