Groundskeeper at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

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: Groundskeeper

Reference ID: STS2022-008
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Slot: 2 Openings
Recruitment Type: STS- National (6-months renewable
contract)

Duties

• Carefully ascend and descend tall trees.
• Use ropes to fell outgrown trees, cut, shape and prune trees.
• Apply chemicals to remove pests from trees.
• Use climbing hooks, belts, to gain access to work areas by executing safe climbing techniques.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• O’level with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar or related role in a well-structured organization.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have ability to prioritize work and use initiative.
• Have good communication skills.

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

Application Closing Date
21st June, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Important Information and Notice

• Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft 
• The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.
• IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.