State Administrator at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

State Administrator at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). Please make sure you read the job requirements before applying for this position.

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: State Administrator

Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2025-001
Location: Lagos
Recruitment Type: National
Contract: 1-year renewable contract

Duties

• Oversee the financial operations of I-Youth at the state level to ensure timely and accurate delivery of monthly financial report to the Project Administrator
• Oversee the project procurement management and monitor progress at the state level.
• Manage activities in relation to resources, materials, and equipment in adherence to the approved procurement plan.
• Coordinate project management activities in relation to resources, materials, and equipment in adherence to the approved budget document.
• Manage logistics of state level meetings and internal trainings etc.
• Assist in managing fund and ensure compliance with allocation of fund advances and utilization.
• Assist in managing budget and expenditure in relation to the project implementation and budget plan.
• Assist in keeping and providing necessary support document in compliance with the project budget document.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• B.Sc / HND in Public or Business Administration or related field with a minimum of three (3) years experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment or donor funded organization.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have excellent communication skill (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Have good data management and administrative skills and be attentive to details.

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

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidate should:
Click here to apply

Important Information

• 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 and professional colleague.
• 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

Application Deadline  28th February, 2025.