Vacancies: Country Project Supervisor, Research Supervisor
Background:
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the positions below. These positions are funded by African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC)
IITA is an international non-profit research for development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub- Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to eliminate hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.
Position: Country Project Supervisor
2 year renewable contract
Primary Duties
This position is for staff seconded by Government. The Country Program Coordinator for Nigeria reports directly to (ho SARD-SC Maize Specialist in consultation with the Budget Officer for guidance in major work plan and day to day operations
Primary Duties:
- Ensure the effective development of Innovation Platforms (Ips)
- Coordinate and backstop the national partners of the maize value chain stakeholders (producers, processors, traders, financial institutions, extension workers and researchers) within each IP to sustain the maize competitiveness
- Coordinate in-country execution of SARD-SC maize component activities
- Participate in sensitization programs and other activities to ensure visibility and effectiveness of the project
- Participate in training workshops as well as project review and planning meetings
- Write scientific papers for submission in high quality peer-reviewed journals.
- Prepare technical progress reports as required to be forwarded to the Project Maize Specialist
- Represent the project in meetings and conferences.
- Engage in advocacy to broaden project donor base, including linkages with other projects.
- Any other duties assigned from time to time.
Qualification and Experience
- A minimum of M.Sc degree in Agricultural Science or related sciences
- Minimum experience in five (5) years in a similar position
- Knowledge of socio-economics or extension agronomy will be an advantage
- Experience with participatory extension approaches, working with farmers or farmer groups and commodity associations and the private sector
- Be proficient in the use of computers, database management software, statistical analysis software, internet-based tools and other electronic communication tools.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English required
Position: Research Supervisor (3 positions)
2 year renewable contract
The Research Assistants will work as members of the SARD-SC project team in Nigeria
Primary Duties:
- Preparation of maize seeds for planting
- Planting of maize trials and collection data
- Supervision and maintenance of trials planted in different locations
- Pollination of maize genotypes as directed
- Harvesting of maize trials and nurseries and processing of seeds for storage
- Conduct any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualification and Experience
- B.Sc/HND in Crop Production, General Agriculture, Horticulture or related discipline from a reputable university/college/polytechnic
- Minimum experience of three (3) years in a similar position
- Basic knowledge of crop management operations
- Good time management and cropping skills
- Ability to perform multiple, tasks and work under pressure
- Team player
General Information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productively, and continued need for the position.
Remuneration:
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, 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: http://www.iita.org/careers
Closing Date: 30th May 2013.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted
Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.
