IITA Project Coordinator Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. IITA Nigeria programme looking for “Project Coordinator”. Applicants with a Master’s in plant Breeding, Molecular Biology or Agriculture or related field may apply on or before 14th June. 2021.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is a nonprofit organisation that works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture, with the ultimate goals of reducing hunger, malnutrition, and poverty.
IITA Project Coordinator Jobs 2021
The IITA has published a job vacancy announcement on 02nd June. 2021 for qualified Nigeriaese to fill in the vacant post of Project Coordinator to be based in Ibadan,Oyo State, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) |
| Position | Project Coordinator – Public Information, I |
| Location | Ibadan,Oyo State, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | 01 |
| Qualification | Master’s in plant Breeding, Molecular Biology or Agriculture or related field |
| Experience Required | minimum of five years’ experience |
| Application Deadline | 14th June. 2021 @05:00 PM |
IITA Job Vacancy 2021
Job Purpose: Coordinate and supervise IMAGE in-country operation on household surveys and plant sample collections for DNA analysis. Ensure project SOPs are followed and report discrepancies as part of the continuous improvement process. Participation in development of project SOPs is expected. Serve as one of the focal persons for IMAGE project in Nigeria, Tanzania and Ethiopia and maintain frequent communication with project leadership team. Support IMAGE project in organizing training workshops for household surveys and eventually lead the effort within respective countries.
Competencies :
- The ideal candidate must have:
- Strong understanding of local culture and work environments, particularly in the context of rural development and smallholder farmer practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English is a must and local dialect(s) is a plus.
- Service oriented mindset and strong problem-solving skills.
- Seed industry/private sector experience is desired.
- Project management experience and ability to work under strict deadlines and budget requirements.
- Logistic management experience in agriculture research.
- Experience in multi stakeholder engagements and demonstrated ability to collaborate to achieve common goals.
- Ability to work independently with minor supervision and a career driven mindset.
- Ability to travel locally with occasional international travels.
Qualification :
- Master’s in plant Breeding, Molecular Biology or Agriculture or related field with minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a well-structured environment or donor funded organization.
Languages :
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.
Other Details
- Contract Type: 3-year renewable contract
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply IITA Project Coordinator Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Interested Candidates May Apply Online through using this Link.
The closing date: 14th June. 2021 at 5 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.iita.org |
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