Driver/ Field Assistant

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Freetown

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Position:    Driver/ Field Assistant  

Contract:        2-year renewable contract                                  Location:  Freetown, Sierra Leone

The Driver/ Field Assistant will convey staff and partners to different locations within and outside the station for official activities, drive and maintain official vehicles efficiently as instructed by supervisor.

Closing Date:- 23 March 2026

DUTIES

• Carry out driving duties as instructed by the Supervisor.
• Assist Field supervisors with field activities including field plot establishment and data collection.
• Drive vehicle within and outside duty station to transport personnel, materials and supplies including out of hours, weekends and or public holidays as required.
• Record all vehicle logbooks which includes mileage, maintenance history and fuel consumption.
• Report potential mechanical faults on vehicles as soon as they are discovered.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and ensure that all vehicles are fueled when due.
• Provide support to Technical Officers during field assignments.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

National Diploma in any related course with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience or O’ Level with a minimum of six (6) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment. Possession of valid Driver's license is required.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

• Have excellent communication skills in English and Creole (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Be able to speak English and Creole fluently, with knowledge of driving across Sierra Leone.
• Have good knowledge of defensive driving with excellent awareness of driving rules and regulations.
• Have the ability to work under pressure.
• Possess a valid driving license and national identification number/card.
• Demonstrate initiative, high moral standards, integrity, a positive attitude, and strong team spirit.

Benefits

REMUNERATION:

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

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