Breeder / Foundation Seed Production Officer - Iita Ghana

• Assist in the production of foundation planting materials in the aeroponics systems of the research institutes

• Liaise with project officers and partners

• Support project partners in laying out, execution and monitoring of demo plots and field experiments

• Collection of data from demo plots and other field trials

• Facilitate the transfer of stocks of breeder or foundation seed from research institutes to the foundation or certified seed producers

• Record and compile seed yam production and dissemination data in the formal seed system for traceability

• Provide technical assistance to the private seed companies as necessary

• Assist the seed system specialist to organise and conduct seed production related training courses and workshops at local , regional and national levels

• Facilitate, enhance and promote breeder and foundation seed businesses through media campaigns, field demonstrations on station, and advocacy efforts at all levels

• Support national need certification inspectors and other authorities in the implementation of Quality Management Protocol for breeder and foundation seed yam

• Develop a breeder and foundation seek production monitoring and evaluation system in collaboration with the seed system and the M&E teams to track seed production activities

• Establish and maintain close communication with scientist involved in YIIFSWA-II project to facilitate exchange of information and materials

• Report monthly on achievements and progress to the seed system specialist

• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

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• MSc in plant breeding, agronomy, seed technology or related field

• Individual with knowledge in breeder and foundation seed yam production

• Individual with good verbal and written communication skills

• Must be computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and otehr analytical software

• Ability to work with staff of different origins, nationalities and disciplines

• Ability to travel frequently across communities within the project's coverage

Station Administration IITA Ghana

Closing Date:25th September, 2019
25th September, 2019