*+Background+*: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of *Station Administrator* at IITA Cameroon, Yaounde. It is a nationally recruited position exclusively for Cameroon citizens. Please visit "http://www.iita.org/":http://www.iita.org/ for more information on *IITA*. For information about Duties and Responsibilities, read this *+Education Level and Qualifications+* A MBA in administration is highly desirable, but minimum requirement is a university degree in management plus 3 years of experience, preferably with international organizations. Other relevant trainings and certification are an advantage. *+Core Competencies+* * Excellent leadership skills. * Strong analytical skills that include good attention to details. * Good knowledge and experience in working with Cameroon government administration. * Ability and experience in working in a diverse and multi-cultural environment with several nationalities. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to communicate in English and French both orally and in writing. *+Duty Station+*: IITA-Cameroon Station, Yaoundé. *+General Information+*: Initial appointment is for two years with a probation period as per Cameroon Labor Code. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in FCFA. This package includes base pay and housing and transport allowances. In addition, IITA Cameroon pays the premium of a competitive health benefit package, contributes to CNPS, pays for daily catered lunch to its entire staff, and provides a paid annual leave, with days of leave depending on pay grade. *+Applications+*: Applications must include *cover letter*, *curriculum vitae*, and *names* and *addresses* (including phone number and email) of three persons knowledgeable of the applicant's experience and performance. Applications should be addressed to the IITA Country Representative in Cameroon ("r.hanna@cgiar.org":mailto:r.hanna@cgiar.org). Interested candidates could also complete the online application form using this link: "http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application":http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application *%{color:red}+Closing Date+: 31 August 2013%* IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.