Research, academy Jobs for Mid-level in Africa

8 jobs found

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Research Technician

Ibadan

Nigeria

Closed for applications
Tenwek Hospital

Research Manager

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications
UNEP

Statistics Consultant

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications
UNEP

Midterm Review Consultant - GEF 10844 and 10845

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications
UNEP

Chair of the Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel (STAP)

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications
UNEP

Lao GCF EBA Impact Modeling Consultant - Level B

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications
UNEP

Principal Evaluator for the Evaluation of the UNEP Enabling Subprogramme Finance and Economic Transformations (2018-2025)

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications

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International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Post-Doctoral Scientist- Evidence Synthesis

Nairobi

Kenya

Closed for applications

Research Technician

Closed for applications
Job details

Contract Type

Description

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • O’Level Certificate with a minimum of (6) years’ experience or National Diploma in Agriculture or any other related courses with a minimum of (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.


Responsibilities

Nursery and Propagation Support (25%)

  • Support acclimatization, hardening, and vegetative multiplication of cassava planting materials, including SAH-derived materials.
  • Assist with preparation and maintenance of nursery facilities for confined trials.

Field Establishment and Maintenance (35%)

  • Execute field planting and plot maintenance activities for confined field trials.
  • Carry out routine agronomic operations including weeding, spraying, fertilizer application, and general field upkeep.

Labour Coordination and Field Logistics (20%)

  • Coordinate and supervise casual labour for routine and peak field operations (planting, weeding, harvesting).
  • Support scheduling and timely execution of labour-intensive activities.

Harvest and Post-Harvest Support (10%)

  • Participate in harvest operations under supervision.
  • Support post-harvest handling and regulated disposal activities for confined field trials.

Compliance and Operational Support (10%)

  • Support adherence to confined field trial and biosafety procedures during routine operations.
  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of trial sites, nurseries, and work areas.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

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