The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Support Officer – Research Administration

Ref No: STS2025-14
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Contract: 6 months’ renewable

Duties
Research Support:

• Assist in literature reviews, data collection and preliminary analysis.
• Support preparation of technical reports, presentations, and publications.
• Maintain research databases and documentation.

Project Coordination:

• Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and field visits.
• Liaise with project partners and stakeholders.

Administrative Support:

• Manage correspondence, scheduling and travel logistics.
• Assist in procurement and financial documentation.
• Maintain filing systems and records.

Communication & Reporting:

• Draft internal and external communications.
• Support donor reporting and documentation.
• Maintain project visibility through newsletters or updates.
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Development Studies, Business Administration or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies
The ideal candidate must:

• Have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Be experienced in research or project administration.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.

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

Application Closing Date
23rd October, 2025.