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 II
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2023-001
Location: Gombe
Contract: 1-year renewable contract
Duties
- Drive Activity vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and support field operations.
- Perform necessary cleaning and washing of the assigned vehicles as needed.
- Maintain Activity vehicles and provide timely advice to the Administrative Officer of any assigned vehicle requiring maintenance services in line with IITA Vehicle Usage and Maintenance Policy.
- Act as Field Assistant in collecting data when traveling with Project experts and other team members for field, training or meeting activities.
- Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification
- O'level with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar roles in a well-structured environment with a valid driver’s license.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Have the ability to work with minimum supervision and good driving skills.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salaries with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date
24th January, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Click here for more information (PDF)
Note
- 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.
- IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
- While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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