IITA Recruiting Research Administrative Manager

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL

AGRICULTURE IBADAN- NIGERRIA

JOB OPENING ANNOUCEMENT

IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research for development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of tropical nations. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We have more than 190 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit: http://www.iita.org for more information on IITA

The international Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nations for the position below a the Institute’s  Headquarters, Ibadan

Position	Position/Responsibilities	Qualification/Experience and Skills
Research Administrative Manager 2 year renewable contract	We are seeking an innovative and energetic individuals to manage the laboratory based activities related to Afiasafe, with the following primary responsibilities 1.      Plan, coordinate and supervise all laboratory-based activities related to afilatoxin biocontrol in Ibadan (sample processing, staff organization, supply management) 2.      Plan, prepare draft and finalise research protocols in consultation with scientists 3.      Ensure quality of laboratory and, where needed, field experiments 4.      Responsible for maintaining database of all research result 5.      Assist in training of students, staff and national program personnel 6.      lead processes and protocols for import and export of biological samples 7.      responsible for the development of a cataloguing system for samples and isolates Other responsibilities are: 1.      collect analyse and interpret ad data and prepare reports in a timely manner 2.      work with non-governmental organizations and community based organizations to disseminate technologies for disease management particularly for aflatoxin biocontrol 3.      liaise with private sector partners, farmer organization, extension services and NGOs to create public-private partnerships for linking farmers using aflatoxin management practice (including AflaSafe) to value-added markets 4.      prepare promotional materials draft popular articles for web-based knowledge dissemination update new IITA aflasafe website with relevant materials	M.Sc. degree in plant Pathology/Microbiology/Environmental Technology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology or other related science discipline ·         At least 5 years working experience, of which three years in a managerial role. At least 3 years experience in a research laboratory dealing with microbiological or chemical analysis ·         Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills ·         Experience systematically following up to project deliverables ·         Excellent and proven management organisational and coordination skills ·         Ability to build and work in teams ·         Experience with working with private sector, government and non-governmental organizations

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 saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: http://www.iita.org/careers

Not later than two weeks from the date of this publication. The application must include 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.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly

Welcomes applications from female candidates.