IITA, with Headquarters at Ibadan, is an International Agricultural Research Centre in the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is an association of about 50 countries, international and regional organizations, and private foundations. IITA seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way in order to improve the nutritional status and well-being of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following positions at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.
POSITION: RESEARCH SUPERVISOR
2-year renewable contract (KANO STATION)
DUTIES
Successful candidate will among other things:
Conduct field survey
Manage data and carry out preliminary analysis;
Prepare preliminary reports;
Browse on internet and make library searches to collect information;
Supervise subordinates and
Perform any other assigned duties.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
BSc Agricultural-Economics plus at least three (3) years post-qualification relevant working experience in Northern part of Nigeria.
He/She must have sound analytical mind and good knowledge of computer softwares like: SPSS, STATA, SAS, LIMPEP etc.
Ability to communicate fluently in Hausa language and also good driving skills plus possession of valid Drivers’ Licence are required
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available) and scanned copies of credentials not later than two weeks from the date of this publication. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx
Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
