Family Physician at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)


Posted on: Fri 11-07-2025

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Family Physician

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Contract: 3-year renewable contract    

 

Duties

  • Provide round-the-clock medical care for all cases presented at the clinic, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
  • Coordinate referrals to external healthcare facilities in liaison with the unit head, e.g. dental, obstetrics, surgery, etc., as the need arises.
  • Conduct clinical investigations using advanced laboratory and diagnostic equipment.
  • Monitor and assess the health impact of hazardous chemicals on staff involved in chemical handling or spraying activities.
  • Participate in periodic medical screening exercises for IITA staff and the community.
  • Collaborate with the unit head in the discharge of clinical duties.
  • Contribute health education and promotion articles to the institute’s bulletin, as assigned by the Head of the IITA Clinic.
  • Facilitate/conduct relevant occupational health-related activities across various units as directed by the Head of Unit.
  • Organize and lead in-house continuing medical education sessions for clinic staff, focusing on clinical competencies and customer service skills.
  • Take weekdays and weekend calls.
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • MBBS / MBChB or Post Graduate fellowship qualification in General Medical Practice (Family Medicine).
  • The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment. Professional Registration with the Nigerian Medical Council is essential.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate must:

  • Have broad experience in general medical practice, including work in accident and emergency units.
  • Be skilled in the intensive care management of various subspecialty medical problems.
  • Be experienced in managing inpatient medical cases effectively.
  • Be a qualified Family Health Practitioner in a metropolitan city.
  • Be proficient in the use of computers and medical software applications.
  • Demonstrate strong humanistic qualities, including compassion, empathy, and patient-centred care.

Application Closing Date

24th July, 2025.

 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online