Research Supervisor – Livestock Feed Innovation

About the role

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), on behalf of the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), is seeking two Nigerian nationals to join the institute’s headquarters in Ibadan as Research Supervisors. The role focuses on supporting feed innovation activities, demonstration plots, and data collection for livestock and dairy value‑chain projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and maintaining forage demonstration plots and feed units.
• Support demonstration of improved feed formulations and feeding practices at training and pilot farms.
• Collect basic data on feed use, animal performance, and cost implications.
• Enter, clean, and validate field data using Excel or mobile data‑collection tools.
• Organise field visits, trainings, and demonstration events.
• Maintain records of participants, beneficiaries, and training attendance.
• Document field observations, photographs, and activity summaries for reporting.
• Support implementation and monitoring of alternative feed technologies such as HQCP production, BSFL units, and crop‑residue processing.

Required profile

• BSc/HND in Agriculture, Animal Science or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience performing similar duties in a structured environment.
• Knowledge of livestock and dairy value chains.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel extensively within project locations.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry, cleaning and validation.
• Experience using mobile data‑collection tools.

What we offer

• Highly competitive salary with attractive benefits.
• Excellent working conditions on a pleasant campus environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful livestock feed research.