Performance and Digitalization Analyst

# Performance and Digitalization Analyst > International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ibadan, Nigeria · — · Posted 2026-11-03 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** NRS ## Description The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan. **Position:        Performance and Digitalization Analyst** **Contract:       3-years renewable contract**                                            **Location: Ibadan** **Closing Date: 6 November 2026 ** **DUTIES** - Lead the design and continuous improvement of interactive dashboards and visual analytics in Power BI to deliver real-time insights on work orders, staff performance, projects, and operational KPIs. - Apply advanced prompt engineering and generative AI to extract actionable insights from workforce, project, and operational data and provide clear recommendations to the Head of FMS. - Analyse workforce, project, and operational data to identify trends, generate insights, and support evidence-based reporting and planning. - Prepare staff requisitions and coordinate the renewal of contracts for short-term and casual employees. - Use prompt engineering and generative tools to produce high-quality documents such as terms of reference, high-quality reports, official correspondence, meeting minutes, presentations, and other administrative documents to support Unit operations. - Maintain timesheet records for temporary and casual employees across FMS sections and facilitate the monthly submission of required documentation to the Payroll Office. - Develop and coordinate staff learning and capacity-building initiatives by preparing training materials and knowledge resources, and serving as the primary liaison with internal and external trainers on training planning, delivery, logistics, and post-training evaluations including travel and administrative arrangements. - Use modern tools to create engaging content and enhance FMS social media presence in line with organizational standards. - Identify and recommend opportunities to improve operational efficiency through the adoption of innovative digital tools, process improvements, and data-driven solutions. - Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues on data visualization, reporting techniques, and the effective use of digital productivity tools. - Collate, analyse, and prepare construction and project performance data for monthly management reports. - Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor. ## Requirements **QUALIFICATION** HND/B.Sc. in a STEM discipline, with AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01) or an equivalent professional certification from an accredited body. A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in a similar role is required, preferably with experience in facilities management, corporate services, operations coordination, or a research institute environment. **COMPETENCIES** The ideal candidate must: - Demonstrate ability to craft effective prompts and apply generative AI tools to real operational and administrative challenges. - Understand Machine Learning Fundamentals - Demonstrate understanding of responsible AI practices, data privacy, and information security. - Analyze, interpret, and visualize data. - Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. ## Benefits **REMUNERATION** We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment. **METHOD OF APPLICATION** Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: [https://referrals.workable.com/iita/jobs/](https://referrals.workable.com/iita/jobs/) no later than One Week 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. While all applications will be**_ ## Apply [Apply at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)](https://apply.workable.com/iita/j/AA78855BFB/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)