Driver / Logistics Assistant at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Ref No.: IITA-HR-NRS2020-011
Location: Abuja
Contract: 1-year renewable contract

Duties

• Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
• Drive activity vehicle in safe and courteous manner and support field operations
• Perform necessary cleaning and washing of assigned vehicle as needed
• Maintain activity vehicle and provide timely advice to transport office of any assigned vehicle requiring maintenance services in line with IITA Vehicle Usage and Maintenance Policy
• Act as a field assistant in collecting data when travelling with Activity experts and other team members for field, training or meeting activities
• Perform logistics work such as meeting visitors at the airport, delivering message around FCT, gathering information and providing relevant lead/guide and monitor delivery of essential Activity materials.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualification

• National Diploma in Agriculture or related field with a minimum of four (4) years’ working experience performing similar or related roles with possession of valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Have the capacity to work in a team.
• Have versatility of driving varying automobiles in host country roads.
• Experience in farming operations.
• Good knowledge of government, donor and private sector companies’, offices and ability to deliver messages effectively.
• Basic computer skills.

Remuneration

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

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Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.