Position: Background and Responsibilities
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties: • Support scientist of the CAY-seed project in implementing activities in Nigeria and Ghana; • Liaise with and backstop partner organization (CRI, CRS, NRCRI and MSHR) in planting, positive selection, monitoring data collection and harvesting seed yam trials and demonstration; • Train extension agents and framers on the attributes of using quality seeds; • Engage in multiplication of disease and pest free seed yam for experimental purpose as well as oversee production of quality seed by national partners; • Provide technical support to National Agricultural Research and Extension Systems in selected communities; • Contribute in the development and dissemination of project documents (flyers, newsletters, posters, training, and extension manuals, etc. • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification and Experience
M.Sc. in Agronomy, Plant Science or related discipline from a recognized University with minimum of 3 (Three) years relevant in a similar role.
General Information
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application:
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 to IITA website.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted