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: Finance and Administrative Officer
Location: Oyo
Employment Type: Full – time
Description
- Manage and oversee all financial aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor guidelines.
- Prepare and monitor project budgets, financial reports, and forecasts.
- Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial data collection.
- Process project expenses, track project costs, and maintain financial records.
- Conduct regular financial analysis to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in the development of financial policies and procedures for the project.
- Ensure adherence to financial controls, procurement guidelines, and accounting standards.
- Liaise with auditors and provide the necessary documentation for project audits.
- Support the project team in preparing financial reports for donors, stakeholders, and management.
- Provide administrative support to the project team, including travel arrangements, logistics coordination, and procurement.
- Maintain project files, records, and documentation organized and securely.
- Assist in the preparation of project contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Coordinate meetings, workshops, and events related to the project.
- Manage project inventory and assets, ensuring proper maintenance and utilization.
- Support the project team in monitoring and reporting on project progress, milestones, and deliverables.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of donor financial reporting requirements is desirable.
- Familiarity with project management principles and practices is an asset.
- Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification
- B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Accounting or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have excellent communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Have ability to use basic Microsoft software (word, excel, PowerPoint).
- Have strong multi-tasking abilities and problem-solving skills.
- Have proven experience as an executive assistant or other relevant administrative support experience.
- Have the ability to work with little or no supervision.
Benefits
We offer highly competitive salaries with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date
16th July, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online