Equipment Operator at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

IITA is one of the world’s leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Its award-winning research-for-development (R4D) approach addresses the development needs of tropical countries. IITA works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. IITA is a non-profit organization founded in 1967 in Nigeria and governed by a Board of Trustees. IITA works on the following crops: cowpea, soybean, banana/plantain, yam, cassava, and maize. It is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We seek suitable candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Equipment Operator    

Ref:IITA-HR-NRS2017-0039
Location: Kano
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)
 
Duties

• Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
• Operate Tractor for mowing, ridging, spraying and harrowing;
• Mark fields using marker;  Trail and Plough for research field operation;
• Spray research field with spraying machine;
• Apply fertilizer to research field;
• Carryout harvest operations with harvester; Attend to minor repairs when necessary;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor. 

Qualification

• SSCE or Trade Test with valid professional class E drivers’ licence and with at least five (5) years tractor operations working experience.

Competencies:

• Must be strong and agile.
• Have ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Must be hardworking, honest and trustworthy.

Remuneration 

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

Application Closing Date
2nd January, 2018.  

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.

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