Requirements
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Digital Innovation, Data Science, Agricultural Economics with a strong digital/ICT4D focus, or a related discipline
- Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in digital transformation, ICT4D (Information and Communication Technologies for Development), MIS/data systems management, or digital innovation, ideally within agriculture, agribusiness, or youth development programmes
- At least four (4) years in a senior technical or managerial role leading digital transformation, MEL/data systems, or technology teams
- Demonstrated experience designing and managing digital data collection, monitoring dashboards, and information management systems for donor-funded, multi-country program
- Experience deploying digital advisory, e-learning or agri-technology tools among rural or youth populations in low-connectivity environments
- Proven experience managing technology vendors, service providers and digital platform subscriptions, including procurement and contract oversight
- Strong strategic thinking and digital transformation leadership skills
- Sound technical knowledge of mobile data collection tools, MIS/dashboards, e-learning platforms and digital advisory/agri-technology solutions
- Excellent project and vendor management skills, with the ability to manage multiple digital initiatives across countries simultaneously
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights for programme decision-making
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, coaching and capacity-building skills, including the ability to build digital literacy among non-technical staff and youth participants
- Strong communication, presentation and report-writing skills
- High level of professionalism, integrity, innovation and accountability
- Ability to work independently across multiple
Nice to Have
- Professional certification in digital transformation, project management (PMP, PRINCE2), or data management/analytics
- Experience working across multiple countries or in West Africa, with an understanding of the operating context in Nigeria, Liberia and/or Sierra Leone
- Familiarity with data protection, privacy and safeguarding standards applicable to digital tools used with youth participants
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment
Work Arrangement
On-site — Ibadan
Additional Information
- Contract: 2-years renewable contract
- Closing Date: 10 September 2026
- Method of Application: Complete online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication
- IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
