Jobs at IITA

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

Method of application:

Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft Word format. The curriculum Vitae must also include 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.

Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/nrs-online-application . .

Remuneration:

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

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

Mechanic II (Kano Station)

Mechanic II (Kano Station) 2-year renewable contract

Duties:

Routine service and maintenance of official vehicles and plants

Minor repairs on plumbing and electrical activities

Participate in the purchase of vehicle parts

Keep records of maintenance work done

Carry out other duties that may be assigned by supervisor

Qualification and Experience

OND/Trade Test in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus (5) years relevant post-qualification working experience.

The candidate must

Must have a very good knowledge of general repairs, fittings and plumbing.

Must have a very good knowledge of records management.

Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Be honest and hardworking;

Be a good team player and be able to follow instructions;

Closing Date: 19th August 2013

Location: Kano

Experience: 5 year(s)

Course of Study: Mechanical Engineering

Required Grade:  Not Specified