• Oversee the financial operations of the project at the state level to ensure timely and accurate delivery of the monthly financial report to the Project Administrator
• Assist in managing the fund and ensure compliance with the allocation of fund advances and utilization
• Prepare meeting notes for all projects and related meetings at the state level
• Develop training modules and provide training support roles on financial literacy and book-keeping
• Assist in managing budget and expenditure in relation to the project implementation and budget plan
• Assist in keeping and providing necessary support documents in compliance with the project budget document
• Oversee project procurement management and monitor progress at the state level
• Manage activities in relation to resources, materials, and equipment in adherence to the approved procurement plan
• Coordinate project management activities in relation to resources, materials, and equipment in adherence to the approved budget document
• Manage logistics of state-level meetings and internal training etc.
• Undertake any other duties that shall be assigned by the manager

QUALIFICATION:

BSc/HND Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of three (3) years of related experience performing the related role.

COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:

• Be computer literate with a good working knowledge of computer-based control systems, shared network drives, and Excel packages
• Have experience in working with youths and should be able to link them to the private sector and finance partners for financial and enterprise development support.
• Be proficient in the use of MS Office packages.
• Have good team working skills and must be able to share all relevant information with colleagues and users proactively at the right time.
• Have good manners in showing flexibility, respect, friendliness, and cooperation.
  Show ability for efficient and harmonious team leadership.
• Have a good personality and interpersonal relationships as well as excellent communication skills.
• Be able to communicate in the Hausa language.

REMUNERATION:
We offer a 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 by attaching a detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft Word format to the IITA website: http://jobs.iita.org/erecruit no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication.

The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague, and evidence of the current remuneration package.

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