# State Administrative and Logistic Officer - Ogun

> International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ogun, Nigeria · — · Posted 2026-09-12

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** NRS

## Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Kano.

Position:      State Administrative and Logistic Officer

Contract:       2-year renewable contract                                            

Location: Ogun

Closing Date: 21 September 2026

DUTIES

·       Plan and coordinate logistics for state-level activities, including training sessions, workshops, community sensitization events, and Youth Agribusiness Park activities (venue booking, transport, accommodation, materials and equipment).

·       Manage the state office's administrative functions, including office supplies, filing systems, asset registers, utilities and vendor service contracts (cleaning, security, internet, etc.).

·       Coordinate local, low-value procurement in line with IITA procurement policy and the approved state work plan and submit consolidated procurement requests to the national Procurement Officer for items above the local threshold.

·       Manage receipt, storage, inventory and distribution of program materials and starter kits (fertilizer, seeds, mechanization tools, feeds, fingerlings, etc.) to participants, maintaining accurate distribution records.

·       Supervise the State Driver(s), including vehicle scheduling, maintenance tracking, fuel management and adherence to IITA's vehicle use and safety policies.

·       Manage petty cash/imprest for the state office, prepare retirements in line with financial procedures, and submit timely expenditure returns to the Project Accountant.

·       Support human resources administration at state level, including onboarding of state-based staff, attendance tracking, and coordination of travel and welfare arrangements.

·       Liaise with local government offices, community leaders, facility managers and other local stakeholders on administrative and logistical matters related to Youth Agribusiness Parks and program activities.

·       Support the State Coordinator with the organization of monitoring visits, PMO/donor visits, and other program-related travel within the state.

·       Ensure compliance with IITA's safeguarding, health and safety, and security protocols during all state-level activities.

·       Maintain organized administrative and logistics records/files for audit and reporting purposes and submitted periodic activity and logistics reports to the State Field Coordinator.

·       Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor

## Requirements

**QUALIFICATION**

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Public Administration, Logistics/Supply Chain Management or a related field with a minimum of 2–4 years of relevant administrative and logistics experience, preferably with an NGO, research institute or development program is required.

**COMPETENCIES**

The ideal candidate must have:

·       Good working knowledge of the state/district of assignment, including local government structures and communities.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

·       Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple activities and priorities simultaneously.

·       Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with government officials, community leaders and youth participants.

·       Willingness to travel within the state, including to rural and peri-urban locations.

·       Strong organizational and administrative skills.

·       Excellent planning and coordination abilities.

·       Good communication and interpersonal skills.

·       Ability to support training coordination and participant management.

·       Strong record-keeping and documentation skills.

·       High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments.

·       Good report writing and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

·       Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

·       High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to quality service.

## Benefits

**REMUNERATION**

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

**METHOD OF APPLICATION**

Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: [https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs](https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs) no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication.

_**IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.**_

## Apply

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