1) Equipment Operator (Water Treatment Plant) The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position ofEquipment Operator (Water Treatment Plant)at the Institute's Headquarters, Ibadan.
DutiesSuccessful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
- Carry out operation and maintenance work at water treatment plant, swimming pool plant, Sewage treatment plant, Dam Pumping stations;
- Clean water treatment plant, swimming pool, sewage plant, pump stations and its surroundings;
- Dose treating chemicals for processing of water;
- Repair faulty equipment and plants;
- Take hourly reading and record it in operating production sheet;
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualification and ExperienceOND/ Trade Test in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus (5) Years relevant post-qualification working experience.The candidate must:
- Must have a very good knowledge of general repairs, fittings and plumbing
- Must have a very good knowledge of water treatment
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Be honest and hardworking;
- Be a good team player and be able to follow instructions;
- Be able to work under pressure, shift and overtime
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.
Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
2) Mechanic III (Water Treatment Plant)The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position of Mechanic III (Water Treatment Plant)at the Institute's Headquarters, Ibadan.
DutiesSuccessful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
- Carry out maintenance and repairs at water treatment plant, swimming pool plant, sewage treatment plant and pumping stations;
- Install and maintain multi – vertical turbine and surface pumps and blowers
- Maintain associated appliance such as aerators, compressors and valves;
- Install and maintain carbon filters, sand filters ,sedimentation tanks and reservoirs;
- Carry out other duties that may be assigned by supervisor.
Qualification and ExperienceOND/Trade Test in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus (5) years relevant post-qualification working experience.
The candidate must:- Must have a very good knowledge of general repairs, fittings and plumbing
- Must have a very good knowledge of water treatment
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Be honest and hardworking;
- Be a good team player and be able to follow instructions;
- Be able to work under pressure, shift and overtime
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.
Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
3) Laboratory Analyst The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position of Laboratory Analyst the Institute's Headquarters, Ibadan.DutiesSuccessful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
- Carry out quality control and comprehensive physical, chemical and microbiological analysis of raw water, potable water, swimming pool water and Sewage water at Water treatment plant;
- Carry out Jar test to assist the operators in determine appropriate chemical dosage of raw water;
- Determine quality of chemicals before purchase;
- Initiate purchase of laboratory equipment and reagents;
- Team up with the operators to carry out operation of the plants;
- Generate laboratory reports on daily weekly and monthly basis;
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification and ExperienceB.Sc/ HND in Science Laboratory Technology or related field plus three (3) years relevant post-qualification working experience.The candidate must:
- Must have a very good knowledge of laboratory analysis of water
- Must have a very good knowledge of water treatment plant, swimming and sewage system
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Be honest and hardworking;
- Be a good team player and be able to follow instructions;
- Be able to work under pressure.
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
4) Program Administrative OfficerThe International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position ofProgram Administrative Officerat the Institute's Headquarters, Ibadan.
DutiesSuccessful candidate will:
- Provide overall administrative, management and operational support to the Humidtopics Executive Office.
- Assist with Management (Inventory, local and international Purchasing and Asset Disposal).
- Administratively backstop the administration of the Humidtropics locations
- Assist with streamlining general administrative policies and procedures to comply with Humidtropics and IITA institute policies and local laws and norms
- Reviewing and monitoring of the allocated budget to the Executive Office and Partners
- Assisting Executive Office with finance and budget management across Humidtropic location
- Assist and advising the Partner Representatives and scientist in all administrative and management matters
- Perform any other activities as may be assigned by the Executive Office managers
Qualification and ExperienceHND/B.Sc Business Administration, Project Management and other related fields. Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Project Management.Experience working in agriculture research organization and good knowledge of French language will be an added advantage.
The ideal candidate must possess:- Good understanding of budgeting and financial management procedures
- Excellent computer skills with good grasp of spreadsheets, word processing and other MS office applications, and ability to learn new applications quickly
- Excellent English reporting, writing and oral communication skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point)
- Strong ability to co-ordinate, prioritise and organize workload; take initiative and work under pressure
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.
Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
5) Field Assistant / DriverThe International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position ofField Assistant / Driver. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).
Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Drivers/Field workers will work as members of the SARD-SC project team in Nigeria.
Primary Duties:- Drive Scientists and other research staff to research locations
- Participate actively in the conduct of research experimentations at different sites
- Convey research materials to all research and development locations
- Assist in the planting and harvesting of maize trials.
- Ensure that vehicles are properly maintained
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
Qualification, Experience and Skills- Ordinary National Diploma in Crop Production, General Agriculture, Horticulture or related discipline from a reputable
- Minimum experience of 2 years in a similar position
- Possesion of a valid driving license
- Good time management
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Team player
General information:Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
6) Accounting AssistantThe International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position ofAccounting Assistant. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).
Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Accounting Assistant will work as a member of the SARD-SC project team in Nigeria.
Primary Duties:- Preparation of payments vouchers/advices, petty cash payment vouchers, journals vouchers etc.
- Handling of blank cheques during working hours and also writing cheques.
- Maintain advances and assets registers for the project
- Handling of Oracle AP and GL responsibilities and carry out data entries activities
- Keeping books of prime entries and reconcile statement of account of suppliers
- Responding to queries from suppliers and service providers
- Organize and maintain files on financial transactions
- Providing linkage with procurement processes in the project
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by your Supervisor
Qualification, Experience and Skills- OND in Accountancy/Business Studies or ICAN Foundation or AAT III plus at least 3 years' relevant working experience in Accounting.
- Be honest, trustworthy and hardworking.
- Be a good team player with demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Have sound analytical mind.
- Be willing to put in extra hours when the need arises.
- Good knowledge of computer spreadsheet, Oracle application and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point)
- Good command of the English language.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment.
- Ability to handle stress effectively and remain focused.
General information:Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
7) Research Associate (Socio-Economics)The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position ofResearch Associate (Socio-Economics). This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).
Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Research Associate will work as a member of the maize SARD-SC Project team in Nigeria and provide technical support to the team for conduct of socio-economic studies including baseline and impact studies related to maize value-chain.
Other duties- Assist scientists in designing of survey instrument
- Carry out socio-economic surveys nationally and across borders where necessary.
- Supervise other support staff in socio-economic unit
- Entering of data and supervision of data entry of by other support staff members.
- Write report as necessary as and when demanded
- Clean and edit data collected from surveys
- Conduct other assignment as assigned by supervisors
Qualification, Experience and Skills- M.Sc in Agricultural Economics or related field
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in national/international organizations
- Excellent English reporting, writing and oral communication skills.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft office and econometric software such as STATA and SPSS
- Strong ability to co-ordinate, prioritise and organise workload.
- Ability to take initiative and work under pressure and willingness to work for longer hours where necessary.
- Good team spirit and also participate as a team member in accomplishment of duties.
- Able to work effectively both in teams and independently.
General information:Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of threeprofessional refereeswhich must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date:28th May 2013IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
8) Research Associate - Maize Breeding The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Research Associate - Maize Breeding. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).
Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Research Associate will work as a member of the SARD-SC Project team in Nigeria and provide technical support to the team for effective development and deployment of improved maize genotypes
Primary Duties:- Assists in execution of maize trials
- Assist with the seed production and maintenance of maize
- Supervision of on-station and on-farm trials
- Works with other project staff in capacity building of public and private sector partners to develop and disseminate maize genotypes
- Provide supports to national program staff and national partners for field trial management and data management and analysis,
- Collation and analyses of data from experiments
- Contributes to publications and presentation of research outputs
- Any other responsibility as may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualification, Experience and Skills- M.Sc in Plant Breeding, Crop physiology, Agronomy or related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in national/international organizations
- Good knowledge of Microsoft office and econometric software such as STATA and SPSS
- Strong ability to co-ordinate, prioritise and organise workload
- Ability to take initiative and work under pressure and willingness to work for longer hours where necessary
- Good team spirit and also participate as a team member in accomplishment of duties
- Able to work effectively both in teams and independently
General information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date: 28th May 2013
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
9) Research Technician The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Research Technician. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).
Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Research Technicians will work as members of the SARD-SC project team in Nigeria.
Primary Duties:- Prepare, process and package maize trials
- Distribute trials to different in-country locations
- Plant and collect data
- Maintain trial field
- Engage in seed production
- Harvest Trials
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualification, Experience and Skills- Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Crop Production, General Agriculture, Horticulture or related discipline from a reputable university/college/polytechnic
- Minimum experience of 3 years in a similar position
- Basic knowledge of crop management operations
- Good time management and cropping skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Team player
General information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.
Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date: 28th May 2013
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
10) Assistant Admin Officer
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Assistant Admin Officer. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Administrative Assistants will work as members of the SARD-SC project team in Nigeria.Primary Duties:
- Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Scientists and other member of staff.
- Prepare documents using the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
- File management and handling of administrative issues.
- Keep records of support staff and other schedules of scientists records using appropriate record-handling methodology
- Liaise with other units in order to perform assigned tasks and to ensure that objectives and set goals are achieved
- Perform general office administrative duties
- Handle incoming mail, collection, distribution as well as mailing as directed
- Assist in organizing meetings
- Organize and maintain archive for each scientist and his team
- Maintain records of casual and consultant contracts, expense claims and work schedule
- Prepare and assist in material procurement and track purchase orders as requested
- Manage general office assets including requisition, storage and distribution of stationery items Manage scientists schedules (travels, leave-days, etc) and assist with meetings and training logistics
- Prepare Oracle Requests (Travel Authorizations, work-orders etc) and follow up to logical end.
- Manage scientists schedules (travels, leave-days, etc) and assist with meetings and training logistics
- Attend to telephone calls and e-mail corresponded as directed
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the scientist to whom support is being provided
Qualification, Experience and Skills
- B.Sc /HND in Management or Business administration from a reputable
- Minimum experience of 3 years in a similar position
- Basic knowledge of Accounting.
- Good organization and planning skills with effective time management skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Excellent computer skills - Microsoft Office packages.
- Knowledge of immigration and visa procedures
- Knowledge of work processes in international organizations
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting
- Team player
General information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date: 28th May 2013
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
11) Research SupervisorThe International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Research Supervisor. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Research Assistants will work as members of the SARD-SC project team in NigeriaPrimary Duties:
- Preparation of maize seeds for planting
- Planting of maize trials and collection of data
- Supervision and maintenance of trials planted in different locations
- Pollination of maize genotypes as directed
- Harvesting of maize trials and nurseries and processing of seeds for storage
- Conduct any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualification, Experience and Skills
- B.Sc/HND in Crop Production, General Agriculture, Horticulture or related discipline from a reputable university/college/polytechnic
- Minimum experience of three (3) years in a similar position
- Basic knowledge of crop management operations
- Good time management and cropping skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure
- Team player
General information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date: 28th May 2013
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
12) Country Project Supervisor The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Country Project Supervisor. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).Position/ResponsibilitiesThe Country Program Coordinator for Nigeria reports directly to the SARD-SC Maize Specialist in consultation with the Budget Officer for guidance in major work plan and day to day operations.Primary Duties:
- Ensure the effective development of Innovation Platforms (IPs)
- Coordinate and backstop the national partners of the maize value chain stakeholders (producers, processors, traders, financial institutions, extension workers and researchers) within each IP to sustain the maize competitiveness
- Coordinate in-country execution of SARD-SC maize component activities
- Participate in sensitization programs and other activities to ensure visibility and effectiveness of the project
- Participate in training workshops as well as project review and planning meetings
- Write scientific papers for submission in high quality peer-reviewed journals.
- Prepare technical progress reports as required to be forwarded to the Project Maize Specialist
- Represent the project in meetings and conferences.
- Engage in advocacy to broaden project donor base, including linkages with other projects.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time
Qualification, Experience and Skills
- M.Sc degree in agricultural science or related sciences
- Minimum experience in five (5) years in a similar position
- Knowledge of socio-economics or extension agronomy will be an advantage
- Experience with participatory extension approaches, working with farmers or farmer groups and commodity associations and the private sector
- Be proficient in the use of computers, database management software, statistical analysis software, internet-based tools and other electronic communication tools.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English required.
General information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.Remuneration:We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.Method of Application:Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA website.Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.Closing Date: 28th May 2013
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
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