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: Driver

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-024
Location: Kano
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 2-year renewable contract        

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle within and outside duty station to transport personnel, materials and supplies including out of hours, weekends and or public holidays as required.
• Record all vehicle logbooks which includes mileage, maintenance history and fuel consumption.
• Report potential mechanical faults on vehicles as soon as they are discovered.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and ensure that all vehicles are fueled when due.
• Provide support to Technical Officers during field assignments.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• O’level with minimum of seven (7) years’ experience or National Diploma in any related course with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment. Valid Driver’s license is essential.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Be fluent in Hausa and possess practical knowledge of driving across Northern Nigeria.
• Exhibit strong understanding of defensive driving techniques, with thorough awareness of traffic rules and regulations.
• Be capable of performing effectively under pressure.
• Show initiative, uphold high moral standards and integrity, maintain a positive attitude, and a strong sense of teamwork.

Application Closing Date
3rd July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online