State Administrative and Logistics Officer (Adamawa)

About this role

State Administrative and Logistics Officer based in Adamawa on a 2-year renewable contract, responsible for planning and coordinating state-level logistics and managing office administration for IITA's programs, including Youth Agribusiness Parks. The role targets candidates with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, logistics or a related field and 2–4 years of relevant experience, preferably in NGO or development settings.

What you would do

• Plan and coordinate logistics for state-level activities including trainings, workshops, community sensitisation events and Youth Agribusiness Park activities (venue, transport, accommodation, materials and equipment).
• Manage the state office administrative functions (supplies, filing, asset registers, utilities) and vendor service contracts (cleaning, security, internet).
• Coordinate local procurement in line with IITA policy and the approved state work plan; submit consolidated procurement requests to the national Procurement Officer for items above the local threshold.
• Oversee receipt, storage, inventory and distribution of program materials and starter kits with accurate distribution records.
• Supervise the State Driver(s) including scheduling, maintenance tracking and fuel management in line with vehicle policies.
• Prepare imprest retirements and submit expenditure returns to the Project Accountant.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Logistics / Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant administrative and logistics experience; NGO/research/development experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to coordinate multiple activities.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage with government officials, community leaders and youth participants.
• Willingness to travel within the state, including to rural and peri-urban locations.

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