Job Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position: Field Worker II (2 Positions)

Contract: 2-years renewable contract

Location: Ibadan/Kano

Closing Date: 12 June 2026

DUTIES:

• Clean/sort planting materials for Laboratory, Screen house, and field trials.
• Assist in suggested/planned crosses for the development of cultivars.
• Assist in field layouts, ensuring the timely planting and harvesting of experimental materials.
• Assist in plant sampling for laboratory analyses.
• Assist in Collecting data on Laboratory, Screen house, and field trials.
• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of glass/screenhouse working environments.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

O’level with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must have:

• Have ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Have data collection and samples sorting skills.

Benefits

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