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Job Title: Driver I (1 year renewable contract)

Location: Ibadan, Sokoto, Kaduna, Kano and Jalingo Nigeria

Employer: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position of Driver I.

Position / Responsibilities:

Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:

•   Drive IITA vehicles to various destinations as required

•   Convey IITA scientists/staff/visitors to field work and other places as required

•   Ensure all station vehicles are well maintained and clean

•   Deliver confidential documents/letters to partners especially donors, ministries and embassy,

•   Convey project members and guests from local and international airport.

•   Liaise with Insurance Officer to ensure vehicle documents are valid and up-to-date;

•   Participate in carrying out field operations/activities.

•   Perform any other duties as my b assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualification, Experience and Skills:

The ideal candidate must possess: WASC with valid professional drivers' licence (Class 'E') plus at least three (3) years driving in an international research institute.

The ideal candidate must:

•   Be conversant with Nigerian roads;

•   Posses ability to drive long distance with good eye sight;

•   Be able to work under pressure and be ready to work on weekends where necessary.

•   Proficient in speaking, reading local language of the geographical area in which he/she is posted in order to communicate with farmers

Remuneration: We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

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