IITA Recruitment : Assistant Administrative Officer

IITA develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty. Our award winning research-for-development (R4D) is based on focused, authoritative thinking anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. Job Title: Assistant Administrative Officer – Kano Station (2 yrs renewable contact) The Job: • Coordinate and implement office procedures of smooth running and effective office function • Maintain effective filing system. • Arrange appointment and meeting for scientists. • Provide administrative and logistic support to staff and visitors • Assist in preparation of financial reports • Retrieve information, data and documents for Scientists • Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor Qualification Requirement: • BSc/HND in Business Admin/Secretary studies or other related discipline with a minimum of 3 years post qualification working experience in similar position. • Candidates must have good analytical mind • demonstrate high intergrity with good inter-personal and communication skills • Strong knowledge of computer statistical and experimental design softwares • Ability to write and speak fluently in Hausa Language with good driving skills and possession of a valid Drivers' License is desirable Remuneration: We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment. Method of Application: Interested application should forward their applications with a detailed CV, the name and address of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organisation or applicant's direct supervisor at work. (including telephone, fax and e-mail address, if available), evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to : The Personnel Manager International Institute of Tropical Agriculture PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan Nigeria. not later than 10th August 2010