• 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 Administra tor
• Assist in managing the fund and ensure compliance with the allocation of fund advances and utilization
• Prepare meeting notes for all project 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 document 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’ 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 private sector and finance partners for financial and enterprise development support.
• Be proficient in the use of MS office packages.
• Have a good team working skills and must be able to share all relevant information with colleagues and users pro-actively 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 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.