Program Operations and Administrative Assistant

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture conducts agricultural research and works with partners to address hunger, poverty and natural-resource degradation.

The Program Operations and Administrative Assistant will provide administrative, logistical and operational support to programme teams.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to programme managers and technical staff.

Schedule meetings and maintain programme calendars.

Prepare correspondence, minutes, presentations and routine reports.

Arrange travel, accommodation and local transportation.

Support workshops, training sessions and stakeholder meetings.

Maintain electronic and physical programme records.

Process administrative requests and follow up on approvals.

Support procurement and vendor documentation.

Monitor office supplies and programme materials.

Assist with financial documentation, advances and retirements.

Maintain confidentiality and proper document control.

Qualifications and Experience

HND or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Social Sciences or a related discipline.

Relevant experience in programme administration or office operations.

Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Good planning, record-keeping and communication abilities.

Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Previous experience in an NGO, research institute or development organization is desirable.

Verification Note

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