# Driver/ Field Assistant

**Company:** [International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/93EUjS8e5iiKKSYoM8FPpG.md)
**Location:** Freetown, Sierra Leone
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Contract
**Department:** IRS

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## Description

**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.