Vacancy - Field Worker II Needed

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture - Recruiting

Our Client:
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty.

Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of tropical countries.
We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture looking suitable Nigerian nationals for the position below at its Headquarters in Ibadan.

Vacancy - Field Worker II
Job Type: 2-year renewable contract

Job Description:
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties
Seed preparation, processing and storage;
Planting weeding, data recording, harvesting of trials and nurseries;
Management of nutrition’s maize breeding nurseries;
Pollinating inbred lines and OPVs;
Harvesting, threshing and weighing
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualification & Experience:
WASC plus at least two (2) years working experience in a research institution.
The ideal candidate must
Be open to new ideas and have the ability to change mindset;
Be able to follow instructions and work independently where necessary;
Be available to work outside office hours, weekends and holidays.

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

Closing Date: 30th August 2013

Method of application:
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication. 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.
Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application.