We are a non profit organization founded in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported by several countries.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the following position at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.
1. . RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
LOCATION: KANO STATION
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate and implement multi-locational on farm trials
- coordinate and supervise the collection of data on soils and other biophysical resources, crop management and yields, socio economic variables and farmers perceptions in the projects dissemination trials
- coordinate and supervise the collection and processing of soil and plant samples
- undertake data management and analysis and contribute to reporting of research outputs
- support project staff to meet reporting and monitoring and evaluation requirements of the project activities
- facilitate all aspects of the projects’ operations and management of logistics
- support the training of students and visiting trainees
- carry out any other task assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- MSC in agronomy, crop science or related field
- experience with proven skills in the accurate collection and analysis of agronomic and socio economic data in field trials are added advantage
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good communication skills and good knowledge of Hausa will be an asset
- Good computer skills and ability to use statistical analysis systems such as genstat and excel
- Valid driver’s license
1. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (2 YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
LOCATION: KANO STATION
RESPONSIBILITIES
- coordinate and implement office procedures for smooth running and effective office functioning
- maintain effective filling system and safe keeping of confidential documents
- manage and maintain an inventory of office equipment and other office resources
- arrange appointments and meetings for scientist
- provide administrative and logistics support to staff and visitors
- assist scientists in retrievalof information, data and documents
- assist in preparation of administrative and financial report
- perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- BSC/HND in an agricultural science
- At least 3 years post qualification experience in a large organisation
- Very strong oral and written communication skills
- Honest, hardworking with ability to work in a multi cultural environment
- Proficient in the use of MS office tools and database software
REMUNERATION: competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Submit application within 2 weeks of advert at www.iita.org/careers
http://www.iita.org/careers
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