Job Vacancies at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) – 11 Positions

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Lead Anthropometrist [click here for details]
2.) Phlebotomist [click here for details]
3.) Dietary Intake Interviewer [click here for details]
4.) Laboratorian [click here for details]
5.) Field Supervisor [click here for details]
6.) Interviewer [click here for details]
7.) Journalist [click here for details]
8.) Head of IT and Data Management [click here for details]
9.) Zonal Coordinator [click here for details]
10.) Dietary Intake Supervisor [click here for details]
11.) Agribusiness Associate [click here for details]

 

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.




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See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Lead Anthropometrist

Ref: STS2020 - 002
Locations: 6 Geo-Political Zones, Nigeria
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)
Duration: December, 2020 - June, 2021

Duties

  • Explain clearly the anthropometry procedures and measurements to be taken, the role of the caretaker and what is expected of the caretaker and child(ren).
  • Take length/height and weight measurements.
  • Complete the required questionnaires and forms as set out in the CAPI, including how to determine the date of birth of the child properly.
  • Maintain and calibrate the equipment and report any issues immediately to the field supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Medicine, Medical Laboratory Science / Technology. An employee of state or federal government with the above qualifications can also apply and must have a current practice license.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

  • Have experience with packing, transporting, and shipping biological samples
  • Have experience with surveys and data collection with blood collection (e.g.: HIV survey, etc.).

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note:

  • IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce
  • While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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2.) Phlebotomist

Ref: STS2020 - 002
Locations: 6 Geo-Political Zones, Nigeria
Duration: December 2020 - June 2021
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)

Duties

  • Collect biological samples from respondents inappropriate sample collection tubes.
  • Identify and confirm respondents properly using the unique ID.
  • Label collected samples with unique ID and date.
  • Use the best method for drawing blood depending on the respondent.
  • Be friendly, courteous and sympathetic when it comes to working with respondents.
  • Always keep the workstation well-organized.
  • Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working.
  • Adhere to all cold chain related standards.
  • Provide daily progress update to the field supervisor.
  • Ensure that all collected samples are delivered in good condition to the laboratory technicians daily.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Medicine (Health Science), Laboratory Science / Technology, Human Nutrition, or Nursing.
  • An employee of state or federal government with the above qualifications can also apply.
  • Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician.
  • Experience with surveys and data collection that include blood collection (e.g.: HIV survey, etc.) is also an added advantage.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be experienced in pediatric phlebotomy.
  • Be a trained Phlebotomist / Nurse with experience in collecting and labelling blood samples.
  • Fluency in English and at least one local language spoken in the assigned zone are required.
  • Have excellent communication skills.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.




Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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3.) Dietary Intake Interviewer

Ref: STS2020 - 002
Locations: 6 Geo-Political Zones, Nigeria
Duration: December 2020 – June 2021
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)

Duties

  • Obtain verbal or written consent before each survey component is started.
  • Familiarize himself/herself with the food and recipe listings in advance for the i24-hr recall.
  • Study the SOPs and questionnaire, follow the guidelines and instructions strictly to collect quality data.
  • Follow the interview instructions from the training and those embedded within the tablet to obtain high data quality.
  • Conduct pre-training of respondents.
  • Collect survey data by completing the 24-hr recall as described during the training using the tablet provided and in the right order.
  • Synchronize data collected regularly by connecting to the dashboard through the internet.
  • Maintain good quality data collection as much as possible by diligent work, strictly following standard procedures in conducting the interviews and recording answers, and by professional conduct.
  • Report each day’s activity and challenges to the supervisor

Qualifications

  • HND / BSc in Nutrition, Food Science / Technology, Community Development or Public Health. An employee of State or Federal Government with above qualifications can also apply.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be experience as an interviewer in surveys
  • Be proficient in using tablet-based data collection
  • Be familiar with working in rural Nigeria
  • Be fluent in English and at least one local language spoken in the assigned zone are required.
  • Be candidates from different States in the zone and residing in those States highly preferred
  • Have ability to live or work in a rural environment when necessary
  • Have excellent communication skills and outgoing personality
  • Be available to work all days of the week.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.





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4.) Laboratorian

Ref. No: STS2020 - 002
Locations: 6 Geo-Political Zones, Nigeria
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)
Duration: December 2020 - June 2021

Duties

  • Set up and sanitize workspace.
  • Assist in the taking of anthropometry measurements.
  • Process collected samples including centrifugation and aliquoting samples.
  • Analyze samples using point-of-care machine and rapid diagnostic test kits while adhering strictly to the SOP.
  • Good knowledge of parasite identification and proficiency in microscopy.
  • Pack and transport biological samples to a temporary storage facility.
  • Record all data and results in specified forms (paper or electronic) with accuracy.
  • Always keep the workstation well-organized.
  • Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors in Medicine, medical laboratory science/technology. An employee of state or federal government with above qualifications can also apply and must have a current practice license.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

  • Have experience with packing, transporting, and shipping biological samples
  • Have experience with surveys and data collection with blood collection (e.g.: HIV survey, etc.).

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant's current or previous direct Supervisor or professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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5.) Field Supervisor

Ref: STS2020 - 002
Locations: 6 Geo-Political Zones, Nigeria
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)
Duration: December 2020 – June 2021

Duties

  • Ensure adherence to quality control procedures on day to day survey results.
  • Check on completeness, logic, and skip pattern on questionnaires.
  • Check on safe and adequate collection of biological samples, cold chain, and sample processing daily.
  • Make sure equipment and labels are appropriately used.
  • Work with local guides to identify respondents.
  • Prepare for fieldwork as well as provide the teams with all required survey materials.
  • Coordinate day to day activities and oversee the work performance of the team members.
  • Address all interviewers’ concerns as they arise.
  • Conduct step down trainings where necessary.
  • S/he must be able to address medical emergencies, and risk associated with blood collection.
  • Control data quality by checking for errors during interviewing and measurements daily and after the interview every week.
  • Monitor the use of field equipment, ensuring that they are kept in good working order and that problems are reported promptly and provide replacement materials.
  • Monitor team progress and support in addressing/escalating challenges as necessary.
  • Investigate high levels of non-responsiveness among interview teams.
  • Keep the interview teams on schedule.
  • Report to the zonal coordinator within his/her assigned geopolitical zone.

Qualifications

  • Master's in Health Sciences, Medicine, Medical Laboratory Science / Technology, Human Nutrition, or Nursing. An employee of state or federal government with above qualifications can also apply. Previous survey experience (e.g.: NDHS, MICS, SMART, NAIIS, etc.) as team lead is preferred.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be proficient in using tablet-based data collection
  • Be familiar with working in rural Nigeria
  • Be fluent in English and at least one local language spoken in the assigned zone are required.
  • Excellent communication skill is essential to team members, other team leads, and zone survey coordinators.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor or professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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6.) Interviewer

Ref: STS2020 - 002
Location: 6 Geo-Political Zones
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)
Duration: December 2020 - June 2021




Duties

  • Obtain verbal or written consent before commencing the interview.
  • Collect data and biomarker samples from respondents.
  • Synchronize data collected regularly by connecting to the dashboard through the internet.
  • Study the SOPs and questionnaire to collect quality data.
  • Follow the interview instructions from the training to obtain high quality data.
  • Maintain good quality data collection as much as possible by diligent work, strictly following standard procedures in conducting the interviews and recording answers, and by professional conduct.
  • Provide daily progress update to the field supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Medicine (Health Science), Laboratory Science / Technology, Human Nutrition, or Nursing.
  • An employee of state or federal government with above qualifications can also apply.
  • Experience in surveys and data collection in public health is an added advantage.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be proficient in using tablet-based data collection
  • Have familiarity working in rural Nigeria
  • Be fluent in English and at least one local language spoken in the assigned zone are required.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor or professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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7.) Journalist

Financing Agreement reference: P- Z1-A00-016
Location: Nigeria
Project ID No.: 2100155036067
Consultancy Services: Short-Term Individual Journalist

Backgound
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is implementing the TAAT Livestock Compact financed through a grant from the African Development Bank towards the cost of the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Program and intends to apply part of the proceeds for this grant to facilitate payment for a Short-Term Individual Journalist to capture case stories and pictures, where TAAT Livestock Compact High-Quality Cassava Peels (HQCP) machines have been installed in Ofu LGA of Kogi State and Atiba, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, both in Nigeria.

Job Descriptions

  • The Journalist is expected to find out about the evolution of the cooperatives / groups in those locations by asking and documenting responses to questions like; how did the cooperatives begin? What is the composition of members, number, sex, gender, and their roles? Do they have affiliations with any other associations in the state or nationally? What were their motivation and objectives for starting? What kinds of machines did they have before Synergos / TAAT intervention? What are their main products?. How many tons of Cassava do they process each day/week? Is there seasonal variation in their production? What preparations or input did they need to make to receive TAAT support? Have they received help from any other Organisation?, if so what form have these taken – cash, grant, training, or machines.? Etc.
  • The Journalist will also find out about the operation of the machines by asking and documenting responses to questions like who are the machine operators? How many persons in this cooperative have been trained to operate the machine? Have they trained any other individuals or cooperatives on the use of the machine? How many hours on average per day are the machines working? What quantity (tons) of Cassava peels are they processing per day/week? What quantity of HQCP mash (tons / kg) are they producing per day / week? How much extra income have they realized per production cycle? Does the income belong to the cooperative or to individuals? What is their source of water? How do they dispose of the wastewater from processing the HQCP? What specific benefits has the donation of the HQCP machines has on their lives and income? Who are the buyers or markets for the HQCP mash? What specific challenges have they faced in using the machine and so on.
  • The assignment will also require interviews and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with members of the cooperative; 2 or 3 women / men cooperative members (include at least one woman among those to be interviewed to get a personal angle of the story; other Stakeholders e.g. Synergos, TAAT Compact, ILRI.
  • The journalist will also visit the household of the selected man / woman interviewed to be able to capture some important family size, source of income, importance of HQCP machine etc. insights.
  • General assessment of the HQCP production environment will be required. This assessment will show for instance, is this group the only one producing cassava products in the area? If not, who are the other processors within 30-50 Km radius of this cooperative? etc

Job Requirements

  • The desired candidate, who must be based in Nigeria, should possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or a closely related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience in in the areas of the assignment.
  • The desired candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language with a good working knowledge of the local languages in the two locations, demonstrated ability to conduct interviews, write, publish success stories, and take feature pictures.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Expression of Interest (EOI), including their detailed CV, Letter of Motivation detailing past related experience similar to this assignment and samples of previous reports written, pictures, website of work or other experience similar to this type of assignment.

Expressions of interest should be delivered by email or hard copies to the address below:
Niyi Samuel Adediran, Ph.D,
Coordinator, TAAT, Livestock Compact,
Impact at Scale Program,
International Livestock Research Institute.

Email: a.adediran@cgiar.org

Click here for more information (PDF)

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8.) Head of IT and Data Management

Ref. No: DDG-CS/HIT/DM/10/20
Location: Ibadan, Oyo




Details

  • The Head of IT and Data Management will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and leading IT and Data Management in IITA. The candidate will have to lead and coordinate the Business Information Systems, Infrastructure and Telecoms, and Data Management teams, all led by experienced managers.
  • (S)he is also expected to represent IITA on ‘One CGIAR’ IT platforms and work in close collaboration with CGIAR IT colleagues to implement shared IT services to the benefit of IITA, our research, and services.
  • We are thus looking for a highly technical skilled, experienced, flexible, and motivated leader, a people person with excellent interpersonal skills, who can bring our IT and Data Management to international standards, and to provide excellent services for our users.
  • The Head of IT and Data Management reports to the Deputy Director General for Corporate Services.

Position Responsibilities
The Head of IT and Data Management will:

  • Lead and coordinate the overall information technology (IT) infrastructure of IITA.
  • On the software: provide guidance, fine-tuning, integration, stabilizing of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERPs) and other applications.
  • On the hardware infrastructure: lead final stages of disaster recovery, standardization of regional hubs and stations as well as provide general strategic oversight.
  • On Data Management: lead institutionalization of this function and bring this up/maintain to CGIAR standards. This includes working with research projects, knowledge management/communication teams, and other institutional leaders on sustaining the Big Data initiatives of CGIAR.
  • Liaise as relevant with technology service providers.
  • Take part in the CGIAR ICT Community of Practice to leverage collaborative IT services and infrastructure across the System and introduce shared IT services to IITA.
  • Act as the principal administrator and ensure the maintenance of the Organization’s information technology systems, including: ERPs; custom applications; software installations; license management; server set up and management; database administration; network, printers, audio/video conferencing and mobile phone support; deployment of equipment; management of inventories; disaster recovery; general computer support and periodic security vulnerability assessments.
  • Manage and lead the IT and Data management teams, including management of staff, communicating job expectations, and appraising staff performance, to provide a conducive work environment, ensuring efficient and proactive support across the Institute.
  • Coordinate user training/capacity building on business applications and use of systems for both IT staff and users across the institute.
  • Develop and update IT policies, processes and procedures, and ensure they are properly documented. Special attention should be given to Cyber Security safety guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Undertake such other job-related duties as may be requested by the Supervisor.

Educational Qualifications

  • The candidate should have a minimum of MSc or equivalent degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Core Competencies:

  • Relevant work experience of at least 10 years, in an international, multicultural organization or company.
  • Expertise in at least two of the three team areas.
  • Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, data management, and phone systems.
  • Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
  • Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices.
  • Understanding and knowledge of risk culture in IT systems and cyber security.
  • Strong technical skills, preferably on the software side, and knowledge of Oracle (financials, supply chain, project management and M&E) and/or Dynamics (payroll and HR) ERPs will be an advantage.
  • Good working experience of agricultural ontology, knowledge of application development lifecycle, and experience in open access and open data along with FAIR data concept, would be an advantage.
  • Gender, Diversity and Inclusion awareness and strong cultural awareness.
  • Strong problem solving and project management skills.
  • Fluency in English; working knowledge of French would be an advantage.

General information
The contract will be for an initial period of three years. IITA offers an internationally competitive remuneration package paid in US Dollars.

Application Closing Date
The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. Covering letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to the Head, Human Resources Service.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce
While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.





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9.) Zonal Coordinator

Ref: STS2020 - 001
Location: 6 Geo-Political Zones
Duration: November 2020 – June 2021
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)
Slot: 6 Openings

Duties

  • Assist in the recruitment and selection of potential supervisors and interviewers.
  • Coordinate with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and National Population Commission (NPopC) on household listing, sampling of respondents, mobilization, and sensitization.
  • Take overall responsibility for managing all field teams including biomarker/anthropometry field teams and communicate with government and community leaders.
  • Train dietary interviewers on the dietary component of the survey.
  • Provide hands-on support to all field supervisors.
  • Oversee pre-testing and piloting activities.
  • Keep fieldwork running to the agreed schedule (field calendar) and promptly report problems that might create overruns.
  • Oversee data quality administration by carrying out random reviews of questionnaires on a timely basis to provide feedback to supervisors and interviewers as needed.
  • Maintain the quality of data collection by encouraging diligent work by field teams and timely uploading of collected data.
  • Develop a zonal field calendar in collaboration with the survey coordinator and component leads.
  • Provide updates to overall survey coordinator and survey component leads.
  • Write a report at the end of data collection on zonal activities and field experience and submit to the survey overall coordinator.

Qualification

  • Master’s in Nutrition, Food Science / Technology, Community Development or Public Health (or an advanced degree in a relevant field).
  • An employee of state or federal government with above qualifications can also apply with minimum of five (5) years’ related experience performing related role. Candidates from the zone and residing in the zone are highly preferred.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be proficient in using tablet-based data collection
  • Have familiarity working in rural Nigeria
  • Be fluent in English and at least one local language spoken in the assigned zone are required.

Application Closing Date
9th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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10.) Dietary Intake Supervisor

Ref: STS2020 - 001
Location: 36 States
Duration: November 2020 – June 2021
Recruitment Type: National (Short-term Contract)
Slot: 36 Openings

Duties

  • Assist in the recruitment and selection of potential dietary interviewers.
  • Assist in the training of interviewers to conduct the dietary component of the survey (including the dietary pre-training, the collection of dietary interviews which includes a 24-hour dietary recall, and the collection of food samples).
  • Work with local guides to identify respondents.
  • Supervise the pilot testing for the dietary component of the survey.
  • Prepare for fieldwork as well as provide interviewers with all required survey materials.
  • Support pre-training for respondents in conjunction with the dietary pre-trainers and community mobilizers.
  • Monitor household dietary interviewers and review the supervisor’s form after completion of each dietary data collection. Also evaluate interviewer’s performance and give feedback.
  • Address all interviewers’ concerns as they arise.
  • Control data quality by checking for errors during interviewing and measurements daily and after the interview every week.
  • Liaise with survey communities (community leader and/or contact person) to ensure that survey activities proceed smoothly.
  • Liaise with field teams to coordinate group training and household visit schedules.
  • Monitor the use of field equipment, ensuring that they are kept in good working order and that problems are reported promptly and provide replacement materials.
  • Investigate high levels of non-responsiveness among interview teams.
  • Check that interviewers are not replacing participants who are difficult to contact with other people and are giving all respondents 3 opportunities to respond if not available during the first visit.
  • Keep the interview teams on schedule.
  • Report to the zonal coordinator within his/her assigned geopolitical zone.





Qualification

  • BSc / HND in Nutrition, Food Science / Technology, Community Development or Public Health (or master’s degree in a relevant field). An employee of state or federal government with above qualifications can also apply with minimum of two (2) years’ related experience in related role. Candidates from the zone and residing in the zone are highly preferred.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be proficient in using tablet-based data collection.
  • Be familiar with working in rural Nigeria.
  • Be fluent in English and at least one local language spoken in the assigned zone.
  • Have experience and willingness to work under harsh conditions in remote areas.

Application Closing Date
9th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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11.) Agribusiness Associate

Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2020-030
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)

Duties

  • Provide strategic support in a wide variety of areas including value chain development and upgrading strategies, improving access to agricultural inputs, access to agricultural extension, and marketing;
  • Support project leadership on program activities related to targeted agribusiness;
  • Support Project leadership in ensuring adequate linkages to local public sectors stakeholders, potential investors, the private sector, donors, and development partners active in the agricultural value chain including cooperatives, agribusiness producers, agro-processors, and wholesalers;
  • Lead the Tomato Value chain project of the agency program;
  • Develop capacity building training to support in the area of agribusiness development;
  • Develop annual work plans for the project and implementation of the Annual Work Plan (AWP) and budget for these sub-components;
  • Support leadership efforts in research, business plan development, and report writing;
  • Support the development and implementation of a clear strategy for attracting agri-business investments into the relevant value chains;
  • Provide training and mentoring support to the youth in agribusiness programs.
  • Report physical progress and results as per the projects results framework and any other supporting /subsidiary monitoring mechanisms;
  • Coordinate the Executive office and provide lead administrative support for the project leadership;
  • Perform other duties that may be required.





Qualification

  • Master's in Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or any other related discipline with a minimum of five (5) years' experience performing related roles.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

  • Be proficient in all Microsoft Office tools especially Word, Powerpoint, Excel
  • Have good communication skills - able to communicate clearly at high level with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have good negotiation skills - proven ability to facilitate high-value partnership with communities, private and public sector stakeholders.
  • Have ability to multitask and manage various project elements simultaneously
  • Have good command of project modelling, planning, operations research, strong project management and financial analysis skill.

Remuneration
We offer a highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Application Closing Date
10th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 


 

 




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Status: Open No of vacancies: 11 Job type: Full Time Salary: Negotiable Publish date: 04 Nov 2020

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