Research Associate at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Ref:IITA-HR-NRS2017-0037
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)

Responsibilities

• Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
• Participate in the coordination of the A4NH research program in Nigeria;
• Ensure with stakeholders engagement and research implementation for the A4NH research program in Nigeria;
• Conduct literature review, preparing presentation and the materials needed;
• Support activities related to communication and knowledge mobilization (media engagement, stakeholders consultation, writing blogs, preparation of research and policy briefs);
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Master's in Public Health, Nutrition, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics or related field with minimum of Five (5) years’ experience performing similar role in a structured organization.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must have:

• Experience using statistical software packages (STATA);
• Excellent spoken and written communication skill.
• Ability to work independently and pay close to attention to details.
• Good interpersonal skills, high energy and ability to multitask.
• Ability to travel locally or internationally.

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