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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER – CÔTE D'IVOIRE

About World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg)

The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) is a non-profit, autonomous international agricultural research center headquartered in Taiwan, with five regional offices worldwide. WorldVeg delivers science and innovation for enhanced vegetable production and consumption in a rapidly changing world.

WorldVeg is seeking to recruit an Administrative Officer based in Côte d'Ivoire.

The position will contribute to a new program aimed at creating an inclusive and competitive vegetable and potato seed sector that provides smallholder farmers with access to affordable, quality seeds of a wide range of adapted varieties.

The five-year program will:

• Strengthen the capacity of private seed enterprises;

• Increase farmers' demand for quality seed;

• Strengthen the supply of improved varieties and the conservation of local biodiversity;

• Create a more efficient regulatory environment for governance of the vegetable and potato seed sector, including coordination and evidence-based decision-making.

The Administrative Officer will support all administrative aspects of the program in coordination with the hosting organization and the WorldVeg regional office in Benin.

The position reports directly to the Program Country Lead.

Key Responsibilities

Office Administration

• Manage correspondence, filing systems, records, and office supplies.

Program Support

• Coordinate meetings, workshops, travel arrangements, and logistics for program activities.

Financial Administration

• Assist with budgets;

• Process payments;

• Track expenses;

• Prepare financial documentation in accordance with donor requirements.

Procurement and Asset Management

• Support procurement processes;

• Maintain inventory records;

• Ensure procurement activities comply with donor and organizational policies.

Compliance and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits, donor reviews, and reporting requirements.

Human Resources Support

• Assist with staff onboarding;

• Maintain timesheets, leave records, and personnel files.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Communicate with staff, partners, vendors, government agencies, and donors as required.

Other Duties

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Country Lead to support the effective implementation of the program.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

• Previous experience in administration, project support, or operations.

• Knowledge of donor regulations and reporting requirements is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail;

• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills;

• Effective time management;

• Budget and financial tracking;

• Procurement administration;

• Report preparation;

• Team coordination;

• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel;

• Fluency in both English and French.

Employment Conditions

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

The position is open only to nationals or permanent residents of Côte d'Ivoire.

The initial appointment is for three (3) years, renewable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WorldVeg is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting gender equity and inclusion.

Qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

WorldVeg Core Values

The successful candidate will embody WorldVeg's five core values:

• Dedication to Innovation and Knowledge Sharing – Supports world-class scientific research, upholds ethical standards, and shares knowledge transparently.

• Commitment to Impact – Strives to achieve positive, tangible, and lasting impact while contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals.

• Commitment to Partnerships – Believes in the value of collaboration to advance research for development.

• Respect for People – Values diversity in gender, culture, ethnicity, religion, age, beliefs, and perspectives.

• Respect for the Environment – Seeks to minimize environmental impact by promoting greener technologies and sustainable practices.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents to recruitment.wca-ch@worldveg.org no later than 10 August 2026:

• A tailored cover letter in English, outlining your suitability for the position and indicating your earliest availability;

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV);

• Contact details for three professional referees.

Email Subject: Administrative Officer – Côte d'Ivoire.