Administrative and Support Assistant

Tags: Environment
  • Added Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position below at the Instituteโ€™s headquarters in Ibadan.

Position: Administrative and Support Assistant

Duration: 6 monthsโ€™ renewable

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 3 February 2025

DUTIES:

Perform general secretarial duties, including correspondence, managing schedules and maintaining records. Facilitate office administration by organizing files, coordinating office supplies and maintaining inventory for stationery and related items. Process travel advances and related documentation for the unitโ€™s staff in a timely manner. Coordinate meetings by scheduling, preparing meeting agendas, taking minutes and following up on action items. Handle Oracle requests, including approval follow-ups and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Maintain accurate records of stock inventory and ensure adequate replenishment of stationery and related supplies. Provide support for other administrative tasks as needed to ensure seamless operation within the unit. Handle confidential project information and documents with the utmost discretion and adhere to established confidentiality protocols. Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

BSc/HND in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field with a minimum of two (2) yearsโ€™ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

Be proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) & ERP systems. Have strong organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills. Have experience in handling administrative functions. Have problem-solving mind-set with attention to detail. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

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

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