Driver / Field Assistant at IITA

Driver / Field Assistant (2-year renewable contract)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the position of Driver/Field Assistant at the Institute’s station in Abuja.

Duties

Candidate will among other things perform the following duties:

Drive IITA vehicles within and outside AbujaConvey IITA-Ibadan staff/scientist from Abuja airport and within Abuja cityConvey scientist to field trips in other statesEnsure all stations vehicles are well maintained and cleanDeliver confidential documents/letters to partners especially donors, ministries and embassiesParticipate in carrying out field operations and activitiesPerform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualification and Experience

WASC with a valid professional drivers’ licence (Class ‘E’) plus at least three (3) years corporate driving in a reputable Organization.

The ideal candidate must:

Be conversant with Nigerian roads;Posses ability to drive long distance with good eye sight;Be able to work under pressure and be ready to work on weekends where necessary.Have the ability to read and write.Possess the ability to speak Hausa language fluently

Remuneration:

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

Method of application:

Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package.

Locations: Abuja Station

Closing date: 13th May 2014

Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.