# Performance and Digitalization Analyst

> International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ibadan, Nigeria · — · Posted 2026-11-03

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** NRS

## Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

**Position:        Performance and Digitalization Analyst**

**Contract:       3-years renewable contract**                                           

**Location: Ibadan**

**Closing Date: 6 November 2026  
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**DUTIES**

-   Lead the design and continuous improvement of interactive dashboards and visual analytics in Power BI to deliver real-time insights on work orders, staff performance, projects, and operational KPIs.
-   Apply advanced prompt engineering and generative AI to extract actionable insights from workforce, project, and operational data and provide clear recommendations to the Head of FMS.
-   Analyse workforce, project, and operational data to identify trends, generate insights, and support evidence-based reporting and planning.
-   Prepare staff requisitions and coordinate the renewal of contracts for short-term and casual employees.
-   Use prompt engineering and generative tools to produce high-quality documents such as terms of reference, high-quality reports, official correspondence, meeting minutes, presentations, and other administrative documents to support Unit operations.
-   Maintain timesheet records for temporary and casual employees across FMS sections and facilitate the monthly submission of required documentation to the Payroll Office.
-   Develop and coordinate staff learning and capacity-building initiatives by preparing training materials and knowledge resources, and serving as the primary liaison with internal and external trainers on training planning, delivery, logistics, and post-training evaluations including travel and administrative arrangements.
-   Use modern tools to create engaging content and enhance FMS social media presence in line with organizational standards.
-   Identify and recommend opportunities to improve operational efficiency through the adoption of innovative digital tools, process improvements, and data-driven solutions.
-   Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues on data visualization, reporting techniques, and the effective use of digital productivity tools.
-   Collate, analyse, and prepare construction and project performance data for monthly management reports.
-   Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

## Requirements

**QUALIFICATION**

HND/B.Sc. in a STEM discipline, with AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01) or an equivalent professional certification from an accredited body. A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in a similar role is required, preferably with experience in facilities management, corporate services, operations coordination, or a research institute environment.

**COMPETENCIES**

The ideal candidate must:

-   Demonstrate ability to craft effective prompts and apply generative AI tools to real operational and administrative challenges.
-   Understand Machine Learning Fundamentals
-   Demonstrate understanding of responsible AI practices, data privacy, and information security.
-   Analyze, interpret, and visualize data.
-   Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

## 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: [https://referrals.workable.com/iita/jobs/](https://referrals.workable.com/iita/jobs/) 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**_

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