Job Vacancies @ International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) – 7 Positions

Job Title: Research Support Officer (Data Management)

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-035
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 2-year renewable contract

Duties
Field Research Support:

• Assist in implementing research protocols and surveys.
• Conduct field visits for data collection, farmer interviews, and sample gathering.
• Support livestock trials and demonstrations.

Data Management:

• Enter and clean data using appropriate software (e.g. Excel, Kobo Toolbox, SPSS).
• Maintain accurate records of field activities and observations.
• Assist in basic data analysis and reporting.
• Develop and manage databases for research and operational data.
• Ensure data quality through validation, cleaning, and standardization processes.
• Support data collection protocols and tools for field and lab activities.
• Provide technical support for data analysis and visualization.
•  Maintain data security and confidentiality in line with ILRI policies.
• Train staff and partners on data management best practices and survey.
• Contribute to publications and presentations through data support.

Logistical Support:

• Assist in organizing logistics, including transport and materials.
• Support procurement and inventory of field supplies.
• Perform any other job-related tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• HND / BSC in Agricultural Extension, Business Administration or any other related course of study.
• The ideal candidate must have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Possess strong attention to detail.
• Have the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive research information.
• Be highly proactive.
• Have experience in Research related field.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to work in a diverse research environment.

Renumeration

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

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Research Technician III

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-035
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 2-year renewable contract

Duties

• Assist in the setup of livestock feed and black soldier fly (BSF) trials.
• Support the technical team in maintaining a hygienic environment on the ILRI farm.
• Support the Veterinary team in maintaining the well-being of the livestock on the ILRI farm.
• Provide support for the collection and processing of fodder for livestock.
• Provide support with the production of livestock feed on the ILRI farm.
• Assist in compliance with daily activities on the ILRI research farm.
• Provide support with the production of high-quality cassava peels.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Agriculture, Animal Production and any other related course of study.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Possess strong research capabilities.
• Be able to communicate clearly with others, both in writing and speaking
• Have the ability to write simple and clear reports.
• Be able to collaborate effectively with others and as a team member.
• Respect professional and ethical standards in all tasks.

Renumeration

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

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Research Support Officer (Feed & Forage)

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-035
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 2-year renewable contract

Duties

• Assist in setting up, managing, and maintaining forage research trials in the field and laboratory.
• Support sample preparation, laboratory analysis, and data processing.
• Maintain research equipment, tools, and materials in good condition.
• Provide technical and logistical support for all field trial activities.
• Collect and Prepare feed and forage samples, and the operation of the NIRS machine for sample analysis.
• Maintaining the forage field and forage genetic plots.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualification:

• HND / BSc in Animal Science and other related courses.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum of four (4) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
• Graduate Animal Scientist (GAS) Certification issued by Nigerian Institute of Animal Scientist (NIAS) is required.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Be proficient in data collection, entry, and basic statistical analysis.
• Have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Possess good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Have the ability to work under field conditions and adapt to different research environments.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Custodian III

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-034
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 3-year renewable contract

Duties

• Ensure proper cleaning of all offices and conveniences in the buildings.
• Raise material requisitions/issues for outsourced contractor's use on a daily and weekly basis.
• Distribution of toiletries to the contractor's staff in all the buildings on daily basis.
• Monitor custodian contractor's staff on their daily routine job for satisfactory performance.
• Follow up from time to time on daily cleaning activities with the buildings representatives in their respective buildings.
• Receive work order and follow up with the requestors to meet work deadline.
• Measure floor spaces when needed for work order requests.
• Keep proper record of all cleaning activities, materials, machines and tools.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualification:

• Trade Test Certificate with a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience or National Diploma in Business Administration or any other related course with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Have proven knowledge of cleanliness and beautification of offices and buildings.
• Be hard working.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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Job Title: Application Developer

Job ID: STS2025-11
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 6 months’ renewable

Duties

• Provide support for the CAPREC application used in patient management, pharmacy inventory, and reporting.
• Handle the integration of new modules into existing systems where and when need be.
• Facilitate and provide support in generating reports for clinical, administrative, and statistical use.
• Provide first-level support for software –related issues faced by Medical Unit Staff.
• Provide support in training users on new features, updates, or software tools.
• Suggest and prototype new software solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements
Qualification:

• HND/Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Technology or related field with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Be proficient in C# programming language, SQL server, WPF, MVC.
• Have the ability to identify and fix bugs efficiently.
• Have the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Have good interpersonal skills.
• Have good communication skills.

Application Closing Date
1st October, 2025.

How to Apply
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Job Title: Water Treatment Plant Operator

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-030
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 3-year renewable contract

Duties

• Carry out operation and maintenance of water treatment plant, swimming pool plant, sewage treatment plant and dam pumping stations.
• Administer appropriate chemical dosing for the effective treatment of water and wastewater.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper upkeep of water treatment plants, swimming pool systems, sewage facilities, pumping stations, and surrounding areas.
• Monitor and record operational parameters hourly in the daily operation production sheet.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualification:

• Trade Test Certificate with a minimum of (6) years’ experience or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or any other related course with a minimum of (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Be honest and trust worthy.
• Be diligent, hardworking and capable of working rotational shifts.
• Be flexible and available to work during non-standard hours when operational needs arise.

Benefits

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

Application Closing Date
7th October, 2025.

How to Apply
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Job Title: Mechanic II

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2025-032
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 3-year renewable contract

Duties

• Carry out routine preventive and emergency maintenance on water treatment systems, Swimming pool, sewage facilities and pump stations.
• Handle general mechanic repairs and ensure proper use and care of workshop tools and equipment.
• Clean reservoirs, paint surfaces, and assemble mechanical parts as needed.
• Maintain equipment and machinery at the Water Treatment Plant to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualification:

• Trade Test Certificate with a minimum of (6) years’ experience or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or any other related course with a minimum of (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have good interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Be honest and trust worthy.
• Be diligent, hardworking and capable of working rotational shifts.
• Be flexible and available to work during non-standard hours when operational needs arise.

Benefits

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

Application Closing Date
7th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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