VACANCY AT THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (IITA)

Deadline: 20 October, 2015
IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of the tropics. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position of Foreman Telephone Operator

Foreman Telephone Operator
    Job TypeFull Time
    QualificationBA/BSc/HND 
    Experience 2 years
    Location Oyo
    Job Field Engineering / Technical   ICT / Computer 
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2015-045
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)

Duties
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

    Repair and service of staff PDA devices (Mobile Set, IPAD, TABs etc.);
    Operate telephone switch boards;
    Repair and installation of new telephone lines;
    Assist in distribution of mobile internet data and services;
    Repair and installation and maintenance of ADSL modems
    Keep records of calls placed and received;
    Monitor automated systems for placing calls and intervene when needs arises;
    Preparation of monthly payment bills for subscribers and service providers;
    Assist in following up with service providers (MTN, GLO, DSTV, etc.);
    Assist in tracking telecoms purchase and ensure they are supplied on time;
    Preparation of all telecoms purchase orders with the use of Oracle application;
    Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

Qualification

    B.Sc/HND in Computer Science or related discipline with minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience.

Ideal candidate must possess:

    Knowledge of computer application and hardware operations.
    Good communication skills.
    Ability to work odd hours.

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

Method of Application
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package.
To apply, visit IITA's career website and fill the form.