The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization, is seeking suitable Nigerian Nationals for the following positions at the Institute's Headquarters, Ibadan.
1. ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT II (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
REQUIREMENTS
- BSC/HND accounting with at least PEII/ICAN
- at least 2 years' experience in related role
- must be honest, trustworthy and hardworking
- must be a good team player and demonstrate ability to work with minimal supervision
- interest in studying and interpreting MOU from donors
- willing to put extra hours when the need arises
- sound analytical mind with good knowledge of computer and oracle applications
RESPONSIBILITIES
- prepare budget for restricted projects and upload same in the oracle interface
- prepare and review financial statements on restricted projects
- check, process and report on returns and provide justifications for funds granted to IITA collaborations/partners
- raise journals for necessary adjustments on various accounts and load some on oracle interface
- attend to queries raised by budget officers on restricted projects
- update, review and reconcile bill receivable from donors with the total grant income of restricted projects
- assist in the checking of cashier's cash balances as scheduled
- perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
2. RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
LOCATION: KANO STATION
RESPONSIBILITIES
- design, establish and maintain field experiments
- undertake data management and analysis and contribute to reporting of research outputs
- support project staff to meet reporting and monitoring and evaluation requirements of the project activities
- facilitate all aspects of the project's operations and management of logistics
- support the training of students and visiting trainees
- carry out any other task assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- MSC in agronomy, crop science or related field
- experience with proven skills in the accurate collection and analysis of agronomic and socio economic data in field trials are added advantage
- excellent interpersonal skills
- good communication skills and good knowledge of Hausa will be an asset
- good computer skills and ability to use statistical analysis systems such as genstat and excel
- valid driver's license
3. SECRETARY (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
REQUIREMENT
- BSC in business administration with 3 years' work experience or HND in secretarial studies/administration with 5 years working experience
- demonstrate proficiency in MS office tools and internet based search engines
- have experience in the production of information materials
- excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with people in a multicultural settings
- demonstrate ability to take initiative and work satisfactorily with minimal supervision
- working experience in an international organization is desirable
- knowledge of HTML is a plus
RESPONSIBILITIES
- assist planning and organizing of meetings within and outside of Nigeria
- communicate with project staff partners in other countries
- compile inputs and prepare other reports for donors
- prepare presentations and budget
- search the internet for IPM relevant news such as upcoming events, pest outbreaks, new publications et
- identify, draft and upload new postings on the SP-IPM website
- assist in the compilation of materials for publications
- liaise with IITA's support units such as publishing, travel office, procurement, computer help desk
- carry put daily secretarial duties and other assignments as may be assigned by the supervisor
4. PROJECT ANALYST (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
RESPONSIBILITIES
- prepare and review financial statements
- check, process and report on returns and provide justifications for funds granted to IITA collaborations/partners
- raise journals for necessary adjustments on various accounts and load some on oracle interface
- attend to queries raised by budget officers on restricted projects
- update, review and reconcile bill receivable from donors with the total grant income of restricted projects
- assist in the checking of cashier's cash balances as scheduled
- perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- BSC/HND accounting with at least PEII/ICAN
- at least 4 years' experience in related role
- must be honest, trustworthy and hardworking
- must be a good team player and demonstrate ability to work with minimal supervision
- interest in studying and interpreting MOU from donors
- willing to put extra hours when the need arises
5. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
LOCATION: KANO STATION
RESPONSIBILITIES
- coordinate and implement office procedures for smooth running and effective office functioning
- maintain effective filling system and safe keeping of confidential documents
- manage and maintain an inventory of office equipment and other office resources
- arrange appointments and meetings for scientist
- provide administrative and logistics support to staff and visitors
- assist scientists in retrieval of information, data and documents
- assist in preparation of administrative and financial report
- perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- BSC/HND in an agricultural science
- at least 3 years post qualification experience in a large organization
- very strong oral and written communication skills
- honest, hardworking with ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
- proficient in the use of MS office tools and database software
REMUNERATION: competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Submit application within 2 weeks of advert at www.iita.org/careers