About the Role
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is seeking a dynamic and organized State Administrative and Logistics Officer to join our team in Ebonyi. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting our research-for-development initiatives by ensuring seamless administrative, financial, and logistical operations at the state level, directly contributing to our mission of enhancing food security and reducing poverty in Africa.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and coordinate logistics for state-level activities, including training sessions, workshops, community sensitization events, and Youth Agribusiness Park activities.
- Manage the state office's administrative functions, including office supplies, filing systems, asset registers, utilities, and vendor service contracts.
- Coordinate local, low-value procurement in line with IITA policy and submit consolidated requests for items above the local threshold.
- Manage the receipt, storage, inventory, and distribution of program materials and starter kits to participants while maintaining accurate records.
- Supervise state drivers, oversee vehicle scheduling, maintenance tracking, fuel management, and ensure adherence to safety policies.
- Manage petty cash, prepare financial retirements, and submit timely expenditure returns to the Project Accountant.
- Support human resources administration, including staff onboarding, attendance tracking, and coordination of travel and welfare arrangements.
- Ensure strict compliance with IITA's safeguarding, health, safety, and security protocols across all state-level operations.
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 2 to 4 years of relevant administrative and logistics experience, preferably with an NGO, research institute, or development program.
- Good working knowledge of Ebonyi state, local government structures, and community networks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and strong computer skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including government officials and community leaders.
- Willingness to travel within the state, including rural and peri-urban locations.
IITA offers a highly competitive remuneration package with equally attractive benefits, excellent working conditions, and professional growth opportunities within a collaborative and impactful research environment.