# Field Worker III

> International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ibadan, Nigeria · Contract · Posted 2026-07-10

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** NRS

## Description

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

**Position:        Field Worker III**

**Contract:**       2-years renewable contract                                            

**Location: Ibadan**

**Closing Date: 24 July, 2026.**

**DUTIES:** 

-   Execute nursery propagation activities such as substrate preparation, potting, corm splitting, extraction, watering and general handling of nursery plantlets.
-   Record basic data for propagation experiments and ensure proper labeling and traceability as guided.
-   Practice compliance with lab and screenhouse standard operation and safety procedures during routine operations.
-   Maintain cleanliness of nursery facilities, tools, and related work areas, and support movement of planting materials.
-   Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

## Requirements

**QUALIFICATION:** 

O’ Level with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

**COMPETENCIES:**

The ideal candidate must have:

-   Strong knowledge of nursery propagation techniques, plant handling, substrate preparation, potting, watering, and general nursery maintenance.
-   Experience in banana and other vegetative propagated crop production, with a basic understanding of tissue culture laboratory and screenhouse operations.
-   Skilled in accurate data recording, material labeling, and maintaining traceability of plant materials and experiments.
-   Detail-oriented team player with strong problem solving, communication, and organizational skills, capable of working independently while maintaining quality, productivity, and a safe work environment.

## Benefits

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

## Apply

[Apply at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)](https://apply.workable.com/iita/j/B81DAEDAB5/apply)

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