Job Overview

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is seeking a Nigerian national for the position of Electronics Technician III at its headquarters in Ibadan. The role involves practical electronics and electrical work, solar panel installation, maintenance of basic laboratory equipment, and the setup and operation of sound systems for conferences, functions, and seminars.

This is a three-year renewable contract position. The successful candidate will also maintain work records, support workshop housekeeping, and carry out other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Job Details

Employer: IITA
Job Type: Temporary
Qualification: Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Electronics, Trade Test 1 in Electronics Works, or a related field
Experience: At least two years of relevant work experience
Job Field: Electronics
Location: Ibadan
Salary: Highly competitive salary
Application Deadline: September 7, 2026

About the Organization

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is a research-for-development organization working to improve food security, livelihoods and agricultural sustainability. IITA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce and particularly welcomes applications from women.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping tasks to keep the workshop and tools in proper order.
• Receive phone calls for seminars.
• Prepare logs of work completed.
• Prepare solar panel installations.
• Assist with oven repairs.
• Assist in maintaining basic laboratory equipment.
• Set up sound systems at the Conference Centre and other locations.
• Coordinate sound systems during functions and seminars.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements and Qualifications

Qualification and Experience

Applicants should have an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Electronics, Trade Test 1 in Electronics Works, or a related field, with at least two years of relevant work experience.

Competencies

• Good practical knowledge of electronics and electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Practical knowledge of solar photovoltaic installation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to assist with the maintenance and repair of basic laboratory and electronic equipment.
• Practical skills in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting sound and public-address systems and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to use electronic test instruments, hand tools, and workshop equipment effectively and safely.
• Good fault-finding, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate work logs, maintenance records, and basic technical reports.
• Good knowledge of workshop, electrical, electronics, and equipment safety practices.
• Good communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions and procedures, manage multiple tasks, and demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, discipline, and willingness to learn.

Compensation and Work Conditions

The position offers a highly competitive salary, attractive benefits, and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Quick Eligibility Check

• Minimum qualification: Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Electronics, Trade Test 1 in Electronics Works, or a related field
• Required experience: At least two years of relevant work experience
• Verified duty station: Ibadan
• Employment type: Temporary
• Core requirement: Nigerian national
• Core requirement: Practical knowledge of electronics and electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
• Core requirement: Practical knowledge of solar photovoltaic installation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting
• Core requirement: Ability to use electronic test instruments, hand tools, and workshop equipment effectively and safely
• Application deadline: September 7, 2026

Application Readiness Checklist

• Make the required qualification easy to verify in the education or certification section of your CV.
• Show evidence of the required experience through relevant roles, dates and measurable responsibilities.
• Tailor your CV to the verified responsibilities and Electronics skills stated in this vacancy.
• Prepare every document or submission item specifically requested by the employer.
• Submit through the official channel before the stated deadline.

Vacancy Verification

This vacancy was checked by AfriJobSpace on September 4, 2026 against the employer’s official recruitment source. View the official vacancy source.

Application Safety

Apply only through the official employer channel provided on this page. Do not pay anyone to submit or process your application, and verify unexpected recruitment messages directly with the employer.

How to Apply

Complete the online application and attach a detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with the applicant’s name in Microsoft Word format. Applications close on 7 September 2026. All applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the employer’s official application platform using the Apply for Job button on this page.