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  • Posted: May 20, 2016
    Deadline: Jun 18, 2016
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    The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of tropical countries. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consu...
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    Deputy Director General, Corporate Services

    Position Responsibilities
    The Deputy Director General, Corporate Services reports to the Director General. Main responsibilities:

    • Provide oversight and strategic guidance on the administrative operations of Supply Chain, Hospitality and Travel Service, Facilities Management Services, Safety & Security Services, Human Resources and the Administrative services at the IITA hubs and stations. Particular focus will be on Human Resources and Facilities Management Services.
    • Develop and implement a long term strategy for the Corporate Services Directorate.
    • Review the efficacy of the SOP of the stations and improve on them.
    • Handle challenging and/or unique employee situations (e.g., performance issues, complex personal situations) with a high degree of empathy and professionalism, in keeping with IITA’s broader culture and issues related to on-campus living within the local environment.
    • Provide strategic advice to the IITA Board and the Director General.
    • Devise strategic avenues of ensuring value for money in Supply Chain.
    • Provide strong leadership on issues related to project execution and full cost recovery.
    • Support, manage and progress the process of decentralization of the hubs and stations.

    Educational Qualifications

    • The candidate must be in possession of an appropriate advanced level Degree in a relevant field or an equivalent qualification.

    Core Competencies:

    • Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience in core administration at senior management level and a proven managerial track record.
    • Experience in leading and managing transformation, change and diversity.
    • Strong and demonstrated management competencies, including strategic and operational capability and leadership, programme and project management, people management and empowerment and financial management.
    • Experience in working with a leading international organization or multinational private sector company within a cross- cultural environment at a senior level.
    • Excellent leadership, management, strategic decision making abilities together with hands on approach.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build high performance teams.
    • Advanced computer literacy.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential, including the ability to set out coherent presentations and group interactions.

    General Information
    Initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

    Method of Application

    To apply, visit IITA Career Page

    Note

    • IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
    • only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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