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: Research Supervisor
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: 1-year renewable contract
Responsibilities
- Support establishment and management of nutrient omission trials for development of site-specific nutrients management tools.
- Contribute to soil sampling and data collection to support digital soil mapping in Northern Nigeria.
- Contribute to training of extension agents and farmers on climate-smart agriculture and ISFM.
- Ensure accurate data recording and maintain trial documentation for research
- Gather farmer feedback to refine research approaches and ensure adoption of recommended practices.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- BSc in Agronomy, Agricultural Science and other related courses.
- The ideal candidate must have minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be proficient in the use MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams etc.
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
- Possess excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal.
- Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date
23rd July, 2025.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online