Station Administrator (Antananarivo)

About the role

The Station Administrator will oversee the day‑to‑day operational, financial and administrative functions of IITA’s activities in Madagascar. Reporting to the Country Representative, the role ensures that budgets, procurement, payroll and human‑resource processes run smoothly and comply with institute policies, donor requirements and local regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily administrative and operational activities to guarantee efficient service delivery.
• Support financial management of projects, including budget preparation, monthly financial reporting, bank reconciliations and cash monitoring.
• Process payroll for nationally recruited staff and ensure timely statutory deductions (PAYE, pension, etc.).
• Oversee procurement activities, ensuring adherence to IITA procurement policies and relevant regulations.
• Maintain effective relationships with government authorities, donors and the IITA Hub Office in Dar es Salaam.
• Coordinate official visits, travel arrangements and logistics for staff and partners.
• Implement workplace health, safety, security and fire‑prevention measures.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in administrative, financial or procurement functions, preferably in an international research or development setting.
• Strong knowledge of donor compliance, host‑country regulations and institutional policies.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in preparing financial statements, budgets and reports.

Required skills

• Financial reporting and budgeting
• Procurement management
• Payroll processing
• Compliance with donor and regulatory requirements