The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation.
Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
We are recruiting to fill the positions below:
Job Title: Communication Officer
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2020-019
Locations: Abuja, Osun, Ondo, Oyo, Cross River
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)
Duties
- In consultation with the IITA Communications office; implement communication strategies and campaigns to support AfricaYam II project activities.
- Maintain website of the Yam Community of Practice (YCoP) through a mechanism of regular updates and communication with relevant stakeholders;
- Develop and Participate in producing various communication materials including brochures, flyers, banners, posters, articles, news stories and technical reports on AfricaYam II project activities;
- Support the development and packaging, print/web/audiovisual/multimedia materials in a variety of formats for the AfricaYam II project;
- Review all publications and designs materials for errors before printing;
- Create and upload engaging social media content using graphics and illustrations to increase awareness and sensitization of yam stakeholders;
- Manage all exclusive photographs and video content for social media platforms;
- Monitor all social media conversations, mentions, and other activities and provide feedback to questions and comments;
- Collect and share feedback from social media channels with relevant unit;
- Maintain the project partner and stakeholder database, making sure the database is populated and data is kept up to date;
- Monitor stories in the print and news media that cite activities;
- Co-facilitate the dissemination of farmer- friendly information activities through features writing, press releases, field days, radio programs and television;
- Assist in producing unique photography and video coverage for events/occasion;
- Support the production of training videos, conducting informative interviews and testimonials aim at promoting interventions of AfricaYam II project partners.
- Perform all other related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification
- BSc / HND in Mass Communications, Journalism, Media Relations, English Language or related degree in social science with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing related roles in an international organization.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Expert knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Applications – Word, PowerPoint, Outlook applications; Cloud data storage tools – Google drive, DropBox, OneDrive.
- Good command of English – possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented multicultural environment.
- Experience in the use of graphic design software – Adobe Suite, CorelDraw etc; will be a plus
- Adept at using major social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
- Good skills in writing, editing and proofreading, concept and brand creation
- High degree of motivation, initiative, independence, reliability, adaptability, and professional maturity.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
How to Apply
Interested applicant should forward their Applications include Covering Letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, Curriculum Vitae, names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work).
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Application Deadline 21st July, 2020.
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Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2020-020
Locations: Oyo, Abuja, Cross River, Ondo, Osun
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)
Duties
- Handle cheques and local payments;
- Relieve the treasury officer and senior cashier when on leave;
- Initiate local fund transfer, respond to queries on local transfer and payments;
- Reconcile local creditors/suppliers account;
- Reconcile Account Payable Accrual-Employee Account (Local) and Stale Dated Cheque Accounts;
- Respond to queries on fund transfer and payment;
- Reconcile statement of account of suppliers and key transactions into Oracle;
- Reconcile statement of account from IITA-Limited and assist the Finance Manager in Bank reconciliation.
- Perform any their duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor.
Qualifications
- BSc / HND in Accounting / Banking and Finance major or skill level (former ICAN PEII), with three (3) years’ experience performing same role especially in a related working environment.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have strong analytical mind, very good with computer application especially Oracle Apps.
- Have very pleasant personality, good team player and be honest.
- Have good command of English both written and oral.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working
conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover Letter
and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The
application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees
which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional
colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.
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Note
- IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce.
- While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline 22nd July, 2020.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2020-019
Location: Abuja, Oyo, Cross River, Ondo, Osun
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)
Duties
- Perform a broad variety of administrative tasks for AfricaYam II project in all aspects including managing meetings, commitments, appointments/schedules, travels, and other routine and non-routine activities of the project and following up appropriately;
- Manage logistics of meetings, trainings, workshops etc.
- Support the Project Leader in preparation for meetings and assist with the design and development of relevant presentations by Project Leader;
- Develop and update relevant databases for the effective running of the project and facilitate easy retrieval of information;
- Process claim reimbursements, purchase requisitions and manage procurement of materials and equipment required for the effective running of the office;
- Ensure efficient travel logistics for project staff and provide support for routine office activities;
- Handle incoming calls and correspondences, raising draft statements and responses on behalf of the Project Leader;
- Prepare meeting notes for all project and related meetings
- Work closely and effectively with the Project Leader and be proactive in bringing up matters that should receive his attention;
- Perform all other related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Office Management, Finance, Accounting, Secretarial Studies or related discipline with minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing related roles in an international organization.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel Word and PowerPoint) with a good working knowledge of computer-based control systems, shared network drives, and excel packages
- Have good manners in showing flexibility, respect, friendliness and cooperation.
- Have good excellent communication skills.
- Have working experience with scientists in an international organization be an added advantage.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented multicultural environment.
- Have ability to multitask, work with minimum supervision and effectively within strict deadlines.
- Have ability to deliver accurate and timely reports.
Remuneration
- We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
How to Apply
Interested applicant should forward their Applications include Covering Letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, Curriculum Vitae, names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work).
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Application Deadline 21st July, 2020.
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