Research Support Officer - Research Administration
Assist in research support and project administration activities.
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Overview
Assist in research support and project administration activities.
You have:
- HND/Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Development Studies, Business Administration or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
- Have strong organizational and communication skills.
- Be experienced in research or project administration.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture on behalf of ILRI seeks suitable Nigeria Nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s headquarter in Ibadan.
Position: Research Support Officer – Research Administration
Duration: 6 months’ renewable Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 23 October 2025
DUTIES:
Research Support
- Assist in literature reviews, data collection and preliminary analysis.
- Support preparation of technical reports, presentations, and publications.
- Maintain research databases and documentation.
Project Coordination
- Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Coordinate meetings, workshops, and field visits.
- Liaise with project partners and stakeholders.
Administrative Support
- Manage correspondence, scheduling and travel logistics.
- Assist in procurement and financial documentation.
- Maintain filing systems and records.
Communication & Reporting
- Draft internal and external communications.
- Support donor reporting and documentation.
- Maintain project visibility through newsletters or updates.
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
HND/Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Development Studies, Business Administration or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have strong organizational and communication skills.
- Be experienced in research or project administration.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
Benefits
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with project administration and how you track project timelines? | The interviewer wants to understand your organizational skills and experience in managing project deliverables. | Provide a specific example of a project you managed, detailing the tools or methods you used to track progress. |
| How do you approach drafting technical reports and what key elements do you include? | The interviewer seeks to assess your technical writing skills and attention to detail. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with data collection and preliminary analysis. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a time you facilitated a meeting or workshop? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you employ to maintain research documentation and filing systems? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle correspondence with external partners and stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in managing project logistics and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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