Field Worker II at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of tropical nations. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the position of Field worker II at its Headquarters in Ibadan. This position is funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC).

Job Title: Field worker II - Ibadan (2-year renewable contract)

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Duties
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

• 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 and Experience
SSCE plus a minimum of 3 years driving experience and working with scientist in research fields is desirable.

The ideal candidate must

• Have good communication skills and be honest;
• Have a valid driver’s licence
• Be able to follow instructions and work independently where necessary;
• Be available to work outside office hours, weekends and holidays.

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

Application Closing Date
5th December, 2013

Method of Application:
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft Word format. The curriculum Vitae must also include 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 and evidence of current remuneration package to IITA Website.

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