IITA Nigeria: Ticketing & Reconfirmation Assistant

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Ticketing & Reconfirmation Assistant (Lagos).

TICKETING & RECONFIRMATION ASSISTANT
(Lagos Office) (2 year renewable contract)

Duties
Successful candidate will:
• Visit airline offices in Lagos to obtain bookings, printout, reconfirmation and tickets as requested
• Lodge cheques for replenishment of deposit with the airlines and periodically obtain statement of accounts for reconciliation;
• Collect and reconfirm tickets for short term visitors in Lagos
• Assist in the Airport arrival/departure formalities during special events, conferences, training workshops and meetings; .
• Follow up on specific travel problems as requested
• Deputize for the Travel Assistant in his/her absence
• Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications and Experience

• WASC plus Diploma/Certificate in Ticketing & Reservation.
• Minimum of Two (2) years relevant working experience in a reputable travel agency/organisation.
• Candidate must be willing to live in Lagos, trustworthy and a team player.
• Ability to drive and possession of valid Class ‘E’ Drivers’ licence is essential.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available), evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to:
The Personnel Manager,
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
PMB 5320, Oyo Road,
Ibadan, Nigeria
Applicants should state their street address not P.O. Box.
H.B. Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated.

Deadline: 26th January, 2010.