Jobs at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Duties

• Identify customer needs and make provisions for them.
• Maintain general cleanliness of the shop and ensure that items are presented in an appealing manner.
• Raise requisition to replenish the shop with new items.
• Display Merchandise/items received from the main stores on the shelves in a well-organized manner.
• Assist customers in locating the items needed as they may be required.
• Advice customers when the need arises for item usage if they are not familiar with them.
• Assist customers in packing their goods up to the exit point or even to the car park.
• General control of inventory.
• Ensure compliance with general procedures of shop management.
• General safety and security of the shop must be given high priority.
• Perform home delivery service using motorbike.
• Warm welcome to customers and engage in conversation that will help to promote the sales and trust of the customers.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• O’level with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Have ability to use basic Microsoft software (word, excel, PowerPoint).
• Have ability to use Oracle Application.
• Have good interpersonal skills.

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Duties

• Assist in the development and maintenance of documented standards for procurement governance and procurement processes, which result in value for money outcomes and minimize procurement risk.
• Assist the procurement management to develop and maintain organizational procurement capacity by providing training and support to staff with regard to procurement processes and governance.
• Provide operational support and advice to procurement management and staff in relation to procurement, contracting and contractor’s management.
• Establish and maintain a Contract Register of prospective, potential and existing sources of supply.
• Facilitate and coordinate best practice tendering and contracting.
• Review tender documents for compliance with standards.
• Assist with the preparation of tender recommendation for approval under delegated authority.
• Assist with the preparation of tender recommendation for approval.
• Review proposed contract documentation and prepare contract documents for approval.
• Utilize Risk Management skills to ensure contractors and suppliers always have appropriate insurance/Work Cover/bonds.
• Manage contracts assigned to ensure compliance with specifications and service, quality and delivery standards.
• Facilitate expenditure reviews to identify opportunities to add value through improved procurement.
• Develop and maintain a reporting system, which measures the contribution of the procurement processes.
• Promote excellent customer service. Identify, review and implement strategies to improve service, quality and efficiency.
• Maintain strong team relationships among colleagues and community groups, on a formal and informal basis across all levels.
• Ensure the security of the department properties and assets, and maintain a commitment to the care of all properties and assets.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisors.

Qualifications

• B.Sc / HND in Purchasing and Supply or related field with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment. Possession of CIPSMN is an added advantage.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Have ability to use basic Microsoft software (word, excel, PowerPoint).
• Have ability to use Oracle Application.
• Have good interpersonal skills.

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Duties

• Assist in maintaining liaison with the outsourced security company management to ensure effective and efficient contract guards service delivery as it relates to guard’ welfare, kitting, equipment supply and compliance with contractual agreement.
• Supervise security guards’ work performance to ensure value for money.
• Prepare weekly duty roaster for all security guards and supervisors, such that continuity of security functions in the institute is always ensured.
• Undertake a regular patrol of the Ibadan campus facility and ensure that all infringements are reported immediately.
• Assist in ensuring adherence to all security rules, regulations, and procedures relating to entry/exit, control of the movement of institute properties, searching of materials, persons, loaded vehicles, and other security and safety operations are strictly observed and addressed.
• Assist in responding to incidents, emergencies, inquiries, investigations, and information on security related problems.
• Assist in arranging for the training and induction of newly recruited guards deployed to the institute and ensure the maintenance of high level of discipline among the guards and supervisors.
• Attend security and safety meetings and prepare incidents report.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisors.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Intelligence and Security Management or any other related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Ability to use basic Microsoft software (word, excel, PowerPoint).
• Have good leadership qualities with a mature outlook and integrity.
• Have good interpersonal skills and a balanced sense of judgment.
• Have experience in security supervisory cadre, security and safety training on crime prevention, access and egress control.
• Have experience in loss prevention, industrial first aid, fire risk survey and control in industries.

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Duties

• Convey security staff and armed escorts on VIP convoy movements.
• Drive vehicles within and outside the duty station. Convey guards to their duty posts.
• Record trip details in the vehicle logbook and carry out routine maintenance checks. Ensure that vehicle documents are up to date.
• Ensure vehicles are well maintained and clean.
• Liaise with the workshop staff to ensure prompt servicing of vehicles as at when due.
• Ensure the safety of the vehicle and passengers’ property.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisors.

Qualifications

• O'level with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment with a valid driver’s license. Security and fire safety training certifications will be an added advantage.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Have good knowledge of Nigerian roads.
• Have the ability to drive any type of vehicle (car, bus, fire truck).
• Have the ability to work with little or no supervision.