BIP Operation / Truck Driver at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: BIP Operation / Truck Driver

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced Operation/ Truck Driver to join our team at IITA-BIP.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating trucks and other vehicles to transport goods, materials, and equipment, as well as providing general operational support to the team.
• The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and experience with logistics and transportation operations.

Knowledge / Skills / Competencies

• OND with a minimum of 2 (two) years’ experience performing a similar role in a structured environment.
• Good communication skills (written and Oral.
• Good work attitude
• Good mastery of travel routes (Local and Regional)
• Possession of a valid Nigeria driver's license
• Safe driving track record
• Experience with logistics and transportation with emphasis on Agricultural materials.
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Ability to lift and move heavy loads (as needed).

Application Closing Date
25th July, 2024.