Telephone Technician at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (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 the tropics. 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Telephone Technician

Ref.: IITA-HR-NRS2016-009
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)

Responsibilities

• Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
• Assist in repairing, maintaining, and servicing telephone lines, distribution, frames and cable networks;
• Execute installation, maintenance and servicing of Mini PABX System;
• Assist in maintenance and servicing of plastic Trucking;
• Assist in the maintenance and servicing of attendant station;
• Carry out routine preventive maintenance on Telephone sets;
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification, Experience, and Skill
Qualification and Experience:

• OND in Electrical Electronics or related field with 3 years’ experience performing similar role.

Competencies:

• Have good knowledge of both hardware and software.
• Have good interpersonal and communication skill.
• Be a good team player.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Able to work under pressure

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

Application Closing Date
23rd March, 2016.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed 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 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.

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Note: IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.