IITA Research Jobs Nigeria

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following positions at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position
RESEARCH SUPERVISOR (Pathology) (18 months renewable Contract)

Duties:
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
Assist with coordinating activities in the laboratory;
Conduct laboratory, screen-house and field experiments with scientists;
Assist with culture/isolate storage appropriately;
Conduct sampling, surveys, interpret result;
Prepare draft standard operating protocols for laboratory methods with scientists;
Provide assistance. Guidance to visiting students/Scientists;
Assist with ensuring proper data entry in laboratory books;
Assist with preparing draft reports on time;
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Qualification and Experience
BSc/HND in Microbiology/Plant Pathology/Crop Protection plus at least four (4) years post-qualification working experience in a research institution.

The ideal candidate must:
Be hardworking honest and trustworthy
Ability to build, coordinate and be a good team player;
Possess very good interpersonal relations, organisational and communication skills;
Candidate should be computer literate in MS Office packages;
Possess a valid Drivers' license and ready to travel when necessary
Be able to work under pressure, outside office hours and on weekends where necessary;


Position
RESEARCH  TECHNICIANS (Pathology) (3 positions) ( 18 months renewable Contract)

Qualification and Experience
ND in Science Laboratory Technology plus at least three (3) years post-qualification working experience in a research institution.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word Packages will be an added advantage.

The ideal candidate must:
Be able to work independently;
Be a good team player and be able to follow instructions;
Possess good organisation skills;
Be able to work under pressure, and willing to work outside work hours where necessary.


Position
Research Technician I (Maize) (2-year renewable Contract)

Qualification and Experience
ND in Agriculture and at least four (4) years working experience in similar research areas.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work independently and should be able to work extra hours.



METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available), evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to the HR Administrative Manager, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan, Nigeria not later than 29 May 2012.

Democratic Governance Jobs Nigeria

DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE FOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (DGD)

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

In support of the Democratic Governance for Development initiative, UNDP is recruiting a selection of posts to support the Project. The positions will be based in Abuja, with one year contract initially, with a possibility of extension based on performace and/or funding.


1. National Expert Electoral Support (SB5 Service Contract equivalent to National Officer - NOC) 1 Post. Closing on 31 March 2010.

2. National Expert Democratic Governance (NASS, PP) (SB4 Service Contract equivalent to National Officer - NOB) 1 Post. Closing on 31 March 2010.

3. Communications/Reporting Advisor (SB5 Service Contract equivalent to National Officer - NOC) 1 Post. Closing on 31st March 2010

4.National Expert Media Specialization (SB4 Service Contract equivalent to National Officer - NOB) 1 Post. Closing on 31 March 2010.

For further details on the UNDP democratic electoral job descriptions and job application process, please visit http://jobs.undp.org/ OR http://www.ng.undp.org/
and submit job applications.


UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply for the democratic governance for development project jobs in Nigeria.

Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply for these jobs in Nigeria.

All job applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only shortlisted applicants for these jobs in Nigeria will be contacted.

ICT Job in Nigeria

ICT SUPPORT ASSOCIATE Job in Nigeria
Job in Nigeria announced by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline : 19-Mar-10

Starting Date : 26 - Apr - 2010
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 year
Expected Duration of Assignment : 4-5 years, with possibility of yearly renewal


Duties and Responsibilities for this ICT Job in Nigeria
Summary of Key Functions:

Implementation of ICT strategies and introduction/implementation of new technologies
Effective functioning of the DGD Project hardware and software packages
Networks administration
Provision of web management services
Provision of administrative support
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing


Required Skills and Experience

Education:
Secondary Education. University Degree in Computer Science desirable, but it is not a requirement. Cisco Certified Network Engineer (CCNE) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) required. If certification is not available at the time of recruitment, it should be obtained within 6 months.

Experience:
5 to 7 years of working experience in network administration and use of hardware/software, telecommunications facilities, knowledge of database packages, experience in web design.
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential


Apply Now for this Job

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Election Projects Jobs Nigeria

NIGERIA GENERAL ELECTIONS PROJECT JDBF 2
Jobs in Nigeria

EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

In support of the Democratic Governance for Development initiative, UNDP is recruiting a selection of posts to support PMU (Project Management Unit). The jobs and positions in Nigeria will be based in Abuja, with one year contract initially, with a possibility of extension based on performance and/or funding.


Jobs in Nigeria

1. Operations Coordinator ( National Officer- C - Fixed Term Appointment)1 post.
2.Procurement Analyst(SB 4 Service Contract)-1 Post
3.Procurement Associate(SB 3 Service Contract)-1 Post
4.Operations Associate {Office Manager}(SB3 Service contract)-1 Post
5.Human Resources Associate (SB3-Service contract)-1 post
6.Finance Associate (SB 3 - Service Contract - 1 Post
7. ICT Support Associate (SB 3 - Service Contract) - 1 Post
8. Administration Assistant (SB 3 - Service Contract - 2 Posts
9. Drivers ( SB1 - Service Contract- Posts

Closing date for the above posts and jobs in Nigeria is: 25 March 2010
This announcement shall be running with new openings in the coming weeks.

For further details on the job descriptions and application process, please visit UNDP Jobs OR UNDP Jobs in Nigeria and submit applications.

Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply for these jobs in Nigeria

Java Developer Job Nigeria

An IT expert required to fill the under listed job placement in Nigeria in a competitive and dynamic organization. IT Jobs in Nigeria Update.

Job Title: JAVA DEVELOPER
REF NO: WBF101
Location: LAGOS, NIGERIA

TECHNICAL SKILLS FOR JOB
Bsc. in computer science.
2 years + experience in Java development
Familiar with OO concept.
Java 1.5 +
Familiar with Tomcat.
Knowledge of Oracle / SQL is an advantage.
Knowledgw of Structs Hibernate is an advantage

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS FOR JOB
Attention to details and appreciation for good software engineering practice e.g coding standard testing, source code documentation, and dode quality.
Good analytic and problem solving skills
Adaptable, fast learner,independent and a good team player.
Ability to keep to strict deadline is a must.


Qualified applicants for this IT job in Nigeria should send their detailed CV to jobs@ovalwavetelecom.com with ref number and job title as the subject of the mail.

All applications for this job must be recieved on or before March 18, 2010

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IITA Teacher Job in Nigeria

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following position at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position
TEACHER (2 year renewable contract)

Duties
Successful candidate will:

Be responsible for the education and welfare of the Grade I pupils;
Plan and prepare courses and lessons following the programmes already in place
Assess, record and report on the progress of the pupils;
Maintain a well-ordered teaching areas;
Be responsible for and participate in two afternoon clubs;
Operate the class timetable as agreed with the Head;
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head.


Qualifications and Experience

B.Ed. or first degree plus PGDE. Candidate must be child centred and experience in enquiry based teaching approach.
Possession of teaching skills in French, German or any other language plus musical skills is added advantage.

Method of Application

Interested qualified applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and 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. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials (including proof of age) to the Personnel Manager, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan, Nigeria
not later than October 19, 2010.

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted



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IITA Research Technician Job in Nigeria

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following position at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN II (Cold Store & Trial (2 year renewable contract)

Duties
Successful candidate will among other things:

• Compile list of research inputs for procurement from overseas suppliers in a database for ease of collection;
• Arrange inputs and other supplies in the Maize Unit stores to facilitate easy retrieval;
• Keep computerized records of regional trials and seed requests from collaborators to facilitate prompt response;
• Document records of number of trials and quantity of seeds supplied to collaborators, various institutions and scientists in a database;
• Establish and consistently update the list of genetic materials maintained in the cold store in a database.
• Follow up with Seed Health Unit and Plant Quarantine Services for securing import permits and Phytosanitary Certificates for shipments of maize seeds and trials to collaborators and for the importation of maize seeds trials from other International Research Centers, Universities and National Research Institutes.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

National Diploma in Agriculture plus two years of experience in research with excellent computer skills in ms-excel and other software for data entry.

He/She must be honest, hardworking, painstaking and good in figures with measure of accuracy.

Interested qualified applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available), evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials (including proof of age) to the Personnel Manager, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan, Nigeria
not later than January 26, 2010.

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted

IITA Project Admin Job Nigeria

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following position at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position: PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
( 2 -year renewable contract)

Duties

Successful candidate will:
Assist project Administrator with day to day project administration;
Maintain electronic filling/archive system of Project related documents;
Assist with drafting, negotiating and finalizing Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs), Memorandum of Agreement (MoAs), and other related documents for both donors and partners communication and Material Transfer Agreements and other IP-related issues;
Assist with keeping up-to-date database and retrieve information from both paper files and database to resolve queries;
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications Experience and Personal Attributes

BSc/HND Business Administration with 5 years post-qualification working experience in a multinational organisation.
Must have good working knowledge of basic accounting and legal issues, computer software programmes especially use of Oracle Applications.
Candidates must have good interpersonal skills, be honest, trustworthy, hardworking and highly discreet. He/She must be very good with figures and willing to work extra hours when the need arises.

Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available), evidence of current renumeration package and photocopies of credentials (including proof of age) to the Personnel Manager, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan, Nigeria
not later than November 17, 2009.

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Saro Graduate Trainee

Saro is a company having diverse business in the Crop Protection, FMCG, Public Health, and Product Export industries. Saro has vacant Graduate Trainee positions.

Graduate Trainees

Description
The successful candidates will join our Graduate Trainee Scheme where they will receive hands-On training on selling, brand management and agricultural development.

Qualiications/Requirements:
B.sc Agric, Agric Extension, etc (Second Class Upper.)

Age & Experience
Not more than 27 years.Experience not required.

General Requirements
Excellent communication skills. Analytical, Interpersonal and Leadership skills is a must in addition to being self motivated. Successful Candidates should be prepared to work in any part of the country and within the West & Central African sub-region. Computer literacy and ability to use Microsoft Office packages like MS Word and Excel.

How to Apply
Interested & qualified applicants should send electronically their application & CV (in Ms Word format) and brief profile (in excel format- see sample: http://www.jidaw.com/jobs/excelsaro.html) stating the position they are applying for as the subject of the email by November 12, 2009 to mktcareer@saroagro.com

(Application not in this format will be disqualified)'

Payroll Supervisor Job Nigeria

PAYROLL SUPERVISOR (2-Year Renewable)

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following positions at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position
PAYROLL SUPERVISOR (2-year renewable contract)

Duties

Successful candidate will:
•Prepare and manage IITA consultancy payroll of about 150 staff;
•Review local payroll reports and respond to queries from both General and Senior staff; •Reconcile various payroll groups (both number and currency) with timely follow-up on any variation;
•Process payroll reports into IITA accounting system for Consultants and International School Teachers;
•Review and approval of Casual Labour wages; •Manage Vehicle Maintenance Allowance for staff;
•File statutory tax returns to various State Governments in Nigeria for Local staff and Consultants;
•Maintain computerized payroll software for Consultants paid in Dollars, Naira and International School Teachers;
•Coordinate subordinates’ duties;
•Act on behalf of the Payroll Manager when on leave.

Qualification and Experience:
BSc/HND Accounting or ICAN PE II plus minimum of two years working experience in similar environment.
Must have very sound knowledge of computer especially use of Oracle Financials with emphasis on Payroll packages.
Candidate must be honest, trustworthy, hardworking, highly confidential, friendly and a team player. He/She must be very good with figures and willing to work extra hours with good measure of accuracy, when the need arises.


METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available) and scanned copies of credentials not later than October 20, 2009. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted

IITA Ticketing Job Nigeria

TICKETING & RECONFIRMATION ASSISTANT (2-year renewable contract)

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following positions at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position
TICKETING & RECONFIRMATION ASSISTANT (2-year renewable contract)

Duties
Successful candidate will:
•Visit airline offices in Lagos to obtain bookings, printout, reconfirmation and tickets as requested;
•Lodge cheques for replenishment of deposit with the airlines and periodically obtain statement of accounts for reconciliation;
•Collect and reconfirm tickets for short term visitors in Lagos;
•Assist in the Airport arrival/departure formalities during special events conferences, training workshops and meetings;
•Follow up on specific travel problems as requested;
•Deputize for the Travel Assistant in his absence.

Qualification and Experience:
WASC plus a Diploma/Certificate in Ticketing & Reservation. Minimum of Two (2) years relevant working experience in a reputable organisation.
Candidates must be patient, diligent, trustworthy and a team player.
He/She must be willing to work extra hours and at odd times. Possess valid Drivers’ Licence.


METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available) and scanned copies of credentials not later than October 20, 2009. Please complete the online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Treasury Assistant Job Nigeria

Treasury Assistrant (2-year renewable contract )

IITA, International Agriculture Research Centre with Headquarters at Ibadan seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way, in order to improve the nutritional status and wellbeing of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the position of Treasury Assistant at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position

TREASURY ASSISTANT (2-year renewable contract )

Duties
Successful candidate will:

•Assist to manage and reconcile 30 banks (cash and deposit accounts) in US, UK and Nigeria; Monitor regular cheque-payment to staff;
•Update and advise weekly exchange rates; Journalize all emergency cash transactions;
•Write cash book adjustments to book direct transactions to all bank accounts e.g. bank charges, interest charged, commission etc;
•Attend to queries from internal and external auditors and from Local and Overseas suppliers as they affect treasury functions
•Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Finance Manager.

Qualification and Experience:
BSc/HND Accounting or ICAN PE II plus minimum of two years working experience doing similar jobs.
Must be very good in the use of Oracle applications, have a sound analytical mind and must be willing to work for long hours.


METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available) and scanned copies of credentials not later than October 20, 2009. Please complete the online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.