Research and Delivery Support Assistant

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the position below at the Institute.

Position: Research and Delivery Support Assistant

Contract: 2-year renewable contract

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 22 October 2026

DUTIES

A. Research Support

• Assist with the preparation of media and other materials for food safety research.
• Participate in sample preparation, aflatoxin extraction, microbial isolation, and maintenance of fungal cultures.
• Assist with field data collection, including site visits, key informant interviews, and market or facility assessments, as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

B. Delivery Support

• Assist with food safety sensitization efforts, including demonstrations on the use of Aflasafe®, hermetic storage bags, and humidity cards.
• Assist in the capacity development of informal sector actors
• Maintain communication with relevant stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION

An Ordinary National Diploma with a minimum of eight (8) years’ of relevant experience in media preparation, microbial extraction.

COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate must have:

• Experience using digital tools for field data collection (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience in stakeholder management with the informal sector.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, including fluency in Yoruba and proficiency in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Certification in Food Safety is an advantage.

Benefits

REMUNERATION

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

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: no later than One Week from the date of this publication.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.