Facility and Store Assistant at 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: Facility and Store Assistant

Job Ref: IITA/P&C/ NRS2026-007
Location: Kano
Job type: Contract
Contract: 2-year renewable contract      

Responsibilties

• Receive fuel and other store items for the station.
• Ensure all fuel receipts are measured using a flow meter and conducted to verify correct quantity and quality.
• Issue other store items and fuel to IITA vehicles and generators strictly based on approved fuel slips.
• Issue only upon presentation of a duly approved SRV.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records for all stored items.
• Provide monthly usage reports to support charge back processes.
• Raise timely requests for replenishment of store items to prevent complete stock depletion.
• Assist with asset listing activities.
• Support proper maintenance and updating of asset records.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• BSC/HND in Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply, Accounting or any other related course of study.
• The ideal candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Be able to maintain record‑keeping and documentation to ensure accurate stock levels and rigorous inventory control.
• Inspect incoming deliveries for damages or discrepancies and report findings accurately.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to support peak operational efficiency within the facility.
• Have knowledge of Store management.
• Facilitate accurate and timely check‑in and check‑out of materials to ensure seamless inventory flow.
• Oversee and coordinate daily warehousing activities to optimize workflow and productivity.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be computer literate and able to use relevant applications effectively.

Benefits

• We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Application Closing Date
12th March, 2026.