About this Field Worker III role at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.
Position: Field Worker III
Contract: 2-years renewable contract
Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 24 July, 2026.
DUTIES:
- Execute nursery propagation activities such as substrate preparation, potting, corm splitting, extraction, watering and general handling of nursery plantlets.
- Record basic data for propagation experiments and ensure proper labeling and traceability as guided.
- Practice compliance with lab and screenhouse standard operation and safety procedures during routine operations.
- Maintain cleanliness of nursery facilities, tools, and related work areas, and support movement of planting materials.
- Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
O’ Level with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must have:
- Strong knowledge of nursery propagation techniques, plant handling, substrate preparation, potting, watering, and general nursery maintenance.
- Experience in banana and other vegetative propagated crop production, with a basic understanding of tissue culture laboratory and screenhouse operations.
- Skilled in accurate data recording, material labeling, and maintaining traceability of plant materials and experiments.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong problem solving, communication, and organizational skills, capable of working independently while maintaining quality, productivity, and a safe work environment.
Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.