Administrative Assistant is needed at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
JOB TITLE: Administrative Assistant
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2020-019
LOCATION: Abuja
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)
Duties
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- Perform a broad variety of administrative tasks for AfricaYam II project in all aspects including managing meetings, commitments, appointments/schedules, travels, and other routine and non-routine activities of the project and following up appropriately;
- Manage logistics of meetings, trainings, workshops etc.
- Handle incoming calls and correspondences, raising draft statements and responses on behalf of the Project Leader;
- Prepare meeting notes for all project and related meetings
- Work closely and effectively with the Project Leader and be proactive in bringing up matters that should receive his attention;
- Support the Project Leader in preparation for meetings and assist with the design and development of relevant presentations by Project Leader;
Qualifications
- B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Office Management, Finance, Accounting, Secretarial Studies or related discipline with minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing related roles in an international organization.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel Word and PowerPoint) with a good working knowledge of computer-based control systems, shared network drives, and excel packages
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented multicultural environment.
- Have ability to multitask, work with minimum supervision and effectively within strict deadlines.
- Have ability to deliver accurate and timely reports.
- Have good manners in showing flexibility, respect, friendliness and cooperation.
- Have good excellent communication skills.
- Have working experience with scientists in an international organization be an added advantage.
Remuneration
- We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application
Interested applicant should forward their Applications include Covering Letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, Curriculum Vitae, names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work).
Job Features
Job Category | Administration/ Office/ Operations |
Deadline | 21st July, 2020. |