Auto Air-conditioning Supervisor at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Auto Air-conditioning Supervisor

Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2026-028
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Contract: 3-years renewable contract 

Duties

• Carry out and oversee vehicle air conditioning diagnostics, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs to ensure optimal system performance and compliance with workshop standards.
• Carry out complex vehicle air conditioning repairs while providing technical guidance and support to workshop staff as required.
• Coordinate and participate in the inspection, servicing, testing, and commissioning of vehicle air conditioning systems, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety procedures.
• Monitor the condition and performance of vehicle air conditioning systems, recommend preventive maintenance actions, and ensure timely completion of assigned jobs.
• Maintain workshop tools, equipment, and work areas, in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition, while ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
• Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records, repair reports, and documentation of completed work.
• Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements
Qualification:

• BSc/HND in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
• Possession of accredited professional certification(s) in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must have:

• Demonstrated proficiency in automotive air conditioning diagnostics, maintenance, prognostics, and fault identification.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to deliver high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision while managing tasks efficiently and meeting deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to learn, adapt, and embrace new technologies, processes, and best practices.

Application Closing Date
29th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online