Overview
Field Worker III Jobs in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Title: Field Worker III
Company: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Location: Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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.
