Is It Not Dangerous Eating This?

My neighbour killed the animal below in his nearby garden.

If the location of the kill has been very far into the bush, I would support eating it.

We should be wary of leptospirosis as this kind of thing might have been in contact with those rats in Ejigbo, Lagos. Some of you guys from Lafenwa street know what I mean.

IITA Vacancy: Accountant

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (IITA)
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
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Ref. IITA-HR-NRS2016-048
Position Title: Accountant
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)
Date Posted: 24th November 2016
Closing Date: 8th December 2016
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.
Position
Responsibilities
Qualification
Accountant
Ref. IITA-HR-NRS2016-048B
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
 Report and check charges on OPD
 Follow up on issued cheques and direct transfer charged to oracle;
 Check audit report, House Account, City ledger and outstanding credits
 Monitor sales forecast and conduct reconciliation of clients/long term guests accounts;
 Coordinate group events and verification of pro-forma invoice with actual transaction;
 Analyze long term guest bill;
 Submit monthly report based on Hotsoft report;
 Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
HND/BSc in Accounting, Banking & Finance or related field with 2 years’ experience performing same role.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must:
 Be a good team player.
 Be able to work under pressure.
 Be computer literate.
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 curriculum vitae and cover letter saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: http://www.iita.org/careers no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.

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IITA Job Vacancy: Administrative Assistant II

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (IITA)
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
ADVERTISEMENT
Ref. IITA-HR-NRS2016-048
Position Title: Administrative Assistant II
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)
Date Posted: 24th November 2016
Closing Date: 8th December 2016
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.
Position
Responsibilities
Qualification
Administrative Assistant II
Ref. IITA-HR-NRS2016-048A
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
 Carry out all secretarial support services in Hospitality and Travel Services Unit;
 Monitor and maintain effective filling of incoming and outgoing mail, attend to customers and collect the meal tickets monthly for all staff;
 Prepare and collate Short term staff LOP for approval, checking of biometrics for casual workers and prepare monthly fees for casual workers and DPC’s;
 Prepare daily menu and weekend menu on IITA Intranet and send to the concerned destinations;
 Monitor and maintain stock of stationeries;
 Request for stationeries from central stores via oracle and send work orders for the repairs/replacement for different sections of Hospitality & Travel Services;
 Carry out monthly report of Staff, Short Term Staff and Casuals, NYSC/Industrial Attachment Students
 Monitor leave roster for all the staff;
 Coordinate the renewal of Short Term
HND/BSc in Business Administration or related field with 2 years’ experience performing same role.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must:
 Be a good team player.
 Be able to work under pressure.
 Be computer literate.
Staff and Casuals;
 Collate Staff/Short Term Staff Overtime and input on Paypers/Excel Spread Sheet for Head, Hospitality & Travel Services’ approval.
 Develop and maintain bulletin for Hospitality and Travel Services Unit;
 Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
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 curriculum vitae and cover letter saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: http://www.iita.org/careers no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.

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IITA Vacancy: Farming Systems Specialist for Africa

Farming Systems Specialist for Africa RISING WA (Ref No: DDG-R4D/FSS/WA/11/16)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Farming Systems Specialist for the USAID funded Africa RISING West Africa (WA) Project.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a non-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. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.
Position Responsibilities
The position of Farming Systems Specialist is needed to provide technical leadership and guidance in the conceptualization, design and implementation of farming systems research, with multiple partners cutting across the Africa RISING intervention countries Ghana and Mali. Reporting to the R4D Director for West Africa and the Project Manager, the Farming Systems Specialist leads efforts that ensure the implementation of integrated farming systems research within the Africa RISING WA project.
The tasks will include the following:
 Implement farming systems research with a specific focus on systems redesign for sustainable intensification outcomes, building on available/ongoing systems analyses and through integration of farmer segmentation, and integration and combination of existing research findings.
 Apply and disseminate the use of systems analysis tools such as farm and household models, typologies, fuzzy cognitive mapping, serious games, etc.
 Lead the meta-analysis of impacts of sustainable intensification technologies and practices at the whole farm and household levels
 Communicate integrated research findings to farm households and other relevant stakeholders, and collect opinions of these stakeholders to guide further research efforts.
 Embed lessons from farming system analysis (including results from trade-off analyses, farmer typologies, etc.) and redesign into partner-led dissemination efforts, based on products developed by Africa RISING.
 Prepare technical materials to make principles and practices of sustainable intensification more accessible and participate in training of diverse users on research tools and results.
 Engage and supervise graduate students in the field of farming systems research.
 Author and publish articles in peer-reviewed international journals.
 Contribute to resource mobilization.
 Advise the Chief Scientist in planning and design of the research implemented by different disciplinary scientists from different institutions to ensure complementarity and synergy of research outputs in view of whole farm sustainable intensification, e.g. through advise on design of scientific protocols, data collection and analysis.
Educational Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD degree in a relevant field in agriculture or natural resources management (agronomy, ecology, livestock systems, agroforestry, farming systems research, etc).
Core Competencies:
 Substantive experience, exceeding 6 years post PhD experience, at an international level in
institutions (CGIAR, IARCs, universities, or other research for development [R4D] related
organizations) in the area of integrated agricultural research, NRM and farming systems research.
 Experience in studies and quantitative analyses of farming systems to address in integrated
manner productivity, NRM and market constraints experienced by farm households.
 Strong interdisciplinary skills and the capacity to integrate participatory and field-based methods
with advanced systems modeling, geographic information systems and team-based approaches to
sustainable development.
 Strong knowledge of and experience with participatory research and a commitment to action
based research for delivering development outcomes.
 Strong statistical knowledge and substantive experience in the use of statistical software
packages and GIS.
 A track record of scientific achievement in the design and implementation of research projects
and a demonstrated publication record in relevant fields.
 Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
 Ability to effectively interact with people at all levels and to work effectively in a multi-cultural,
multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional environment.
 Excellent communication skills in verbal and written English; working knowledge of French is
an advantage.
Duty station: Tamale, Ghana
General information: The contract will be for a period of three years based on performance and
availability of funding. IITA offers internationally competitive remuneration package paid in U.S.
Dollars.
Applications: Applications must include covering letter which should address how the candidate’s
background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae,
names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the
applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her
present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to the Head of Human
Resources. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/careers
Closing Date: 12th December 2016
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in
the workforce, therefore female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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IITA Job Vacancy

Manager, Project Development and Administration, Project Development and Administration Unit (PDAU) (Ref No: DDG-R4D/M/PDA/10/16)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Manager, Project Development and Administration.
IITA is one of the world’s leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Its award-winning research-for-development (R4D) approach addresses the development needs of tropical countries. IITA works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. IITA is a non-profit organization founded in 1967 in Nigeria and governed by a Board of Trustees. IITA works on the following crops: cowpea, soybean, banana/plantain, yam, cassava, and maize. It is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.
The Manager of Project Development and Administration is to coordinate administrative aspects in relation to project development, initiation, implementation and closure to ensure alignment with IITA strategy, and internal and external administrative requirements. The manager reports to the Head of PDAU.
Position Responsibilities
The tasks of the manager will include to:
 Assist the Head, PDAU in developing efficient and effective processes and ensuring efficient management of all administrative aspects in the Unit
 Provide effective administrative support to scientists and units in the development and submission of highly competitive proposals and subsequent phase investments.
 Manage administrative aspects of project initiation, implementation and closure.
 Coordinate input for timely submission of technical and financial reports to donors.
 Support internal and external capacity development in project development and administration.
Educational Qualifications
The candidate should have MSc/PhD in agriculture, international development or similar, or MBA, or MA in international development.
Core Competencies
 At least 5 years of relevant job experience from international organizations/NGOs/donors, preferably linked to research in tropical agriculture or international development.
 Experience in proposal development, project management, grant management or resource mobilization.
 Experience in developing web/ICT-based administrative processes and procedures for large international organizations
 Excellent and extensive organizational and administrative skills and experience.
 Ability to work well in a multicultural setting.
 Gender awareness.
 Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point).
 Experience with ICT-based administrative software.
 Experience with MS Project an advantage.
 Ability to work well under pressure.
 Fluency in English, working knowledge of French a strong advantage.
Duty station: Ibadan, Nigeria
General information: The contract will be for a period of three years based on performance and
availability of funding. IITA offers internationally competitive remuneration package paid in U.S.
Dollars.
Applications: Applications must include covering letter which should address how the candidate’s
background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae,
names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the
applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her
present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to the Head of Human
Resources. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/careers
Closing Date: 30th November 2016
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in
the workforce, therefore female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Agric Internship at MOT Ranch, Oyo

MOT Ranch is an agricultural firm located in the outskirt of Oyo.  They raise cattle,  goat,  sheep,  and pigs in commercial quantities.

MOT Ranch takes in at least 5 students every 4 months. They provide full accommodation and feeding,  at least 2k stipends monthly,  and attractive payoffs.  Only students from School of Animal Production and Health, Igbo-Ora have been enjoying this farm so far.  Application is not dependent on favouritism.  Students just walk into the farm for documentation.

Address: Ajegunle Village, Oyo. 

I have been there before. Ask for Ijawaya Okada park in Saabo,  Oyo and tell them the name of the farm.

Goodluck!

Why You Should Not Raise Pigs and Ruminants in the Same Premises

Pigs production and ruminants production in the same premises is a big 'NO', research and experience have shown.

As a farm manager, we raise pigs and ruminants in the same premises and have been paying dearly for it.

We have had sudden deaths, untreatable scouring in our herds times without number. Since that the business plan of the entire farm is wrong, and the management hates to be told the truth, I spilled the beans when I deemed it necessary.

We rear two breeds of goats -- West African Dwarf(WAD) breed and Sokoto red breed. We used Sokoto red goat male to mate WAD females. Crosses obtained have hardy nature of WAD goats and with long legs and hefty build of Sokoto red goats.

Along the line, scouring broke out among the ruminants and almost reached an epidemic situation. WAD goats showed great resistance. Crosses from the two breeds survived after isolation. But no Sokoto red goat made it. All infected sheep died. None of the dead animals responded to treatment. It is pertinent to note that if the problem in the original Northern domain that the Sokoto red goats are adapted to, some of them would have survived.

My Findings

Viral diseases have no cure but can be managed in some situations. Whenever you are dealing with scouring ruminants, five things should be targeted.

1. Bacterial infection: Antibiotics should be given to scouring ruminants first before thinking of drugs with diarrheal etiology.

2. Coccidiosis: Ruminants affected by coccidians will likely scour. You will distinguish whether the scour is as a result of bacterial infections or coccidiosis by the following: If the ruminant is scouring but has appetite, it is coccidiosis. If the ruminant is scouring but inappetent, it is as a result of bacterial infections.

3. Poisonous plants: Differential diagnosis includes toxic plant poisoning by crotalaria, senecio, cocklebur etc. While dealing with poisonous plants, knowing the name of the plant will help, but generally, stomach protectants like vegetable oil should be included in remedies.

4. Disinfectant poisoning: In our piggery, disinfectants are placed in feet baths that those entering the piggery may disinfect their feet with it. But ruminants like drinking scented liquids. So at times I have seen them drinking from the feet baths.

Most disinfectants have active ingredients like phenols and cresols which cause oesophagus, and nonspecific liver and kidney lesions. The carcass is icteric, and with excessive fluid in the peritoneal cavity. See pic of a poisoned ewe below.

5. Aujeszky's Disease: This is a viral disease that has no treatment. It is characterized by sudden death and other nonspecific symptoms. It is worthy of note that in cases of disease or deaths in ruminants in the proximity of pigs, there should primarily be a strong suspicion of Aujeszky's disease irrespective of the symptoms observed.

OAE Jobs in Nigeria : Crop Quality Supervisor

¤ Company: Ornamental Agro-Allied Enterprises
¤ Location: Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
¤ State: Lagos
¤ Job type: Full-Time

¤ Ornamental Agro-Allied Enterprises is a full service agriculture firm offering professional farm management, Dairy Operation, livestock operations management, agricultural consulting. We have a practical understanding across the whole range of farming disciplines.

We are currently recruiting to fill the position below:

¤ Job Title: Crop Quality Supervisor

¤ Responsibilities
During peak season:

¤ Analyze & sampling of crops, with the help of farms quality specialists;
¤ Monitor quality and conditions of crops from harvest till their realization;
¤ Accountable for quality and conditions of crops ;
¤ Maintain inventory of crops samples;
¤ Composite and prepare production samples for required testing at outside lab;
¤ Proceed with regular on-site quality analyses of crops under storage (temperature, humidity, infestation);
¤ Report of all quality database, using excel or any other appropriate software;
¤ Improve goods quality parameters when ever feasible;
¤ Manage farms quality specialists;
¤ Represent the Company interest on quality issues vis a vis 3rd parties or official authorities.

During off-season:

¤ Provide training program to farms quality specialists;
¤ Maintain all lab equipment and/or calibration of such equipment;
¤ Perform the compliance review and approval of all batch documentation related to quality of the goods;
¤ Outside of his/her Crop Quality Supervising duties, the employee will assist OA regional office management in other Operations and/or Productions issues.

Qualifications

¤ Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or Diploma from an Agricultural College;
¤ Two or more years experience in agriculture or the agricultural service industry.

¤ Application Closing Date
22nd December, 2016.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application letters and CV's to: careers@ornamental.com.ng

RCPE Jobs in Nigeria : Agribusiness Advisor

RCPE Jobs in Nigeria : Agribusiness Advisor

¤ Company: Randstad Construction Property Engineering
¤ Location: Agadez, Niger
¤ State: Niger
¤ Job type: Full-Time
¤ Job category: Agricultural Jobs in Nigeria - NGO Jobs in Nigeria

¤ Randstad Construction Property Engineering – Our client, Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), is the worlds leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

¤ Job Title: Agribusiness Advisor

¤ Reference Number: JOB0099138

¤ Job Descriptions

This is a speculative role contingent upon the approval of Funding.
The Agribusiness Advisor will develop sustainable and market oriented programmes for farmer groups.
He/she will design, facilitate, coach and mentor farmer groups on business development and ensure that they have the right business philosophy, develop a business plan targeting their desired market, and have adequate skills to meet the market needs.
Ultimately the role will contribute to local farmers winning more contracts and employing more people, therefore ensuring farming benefits more local people in the three communities in Niger State where VSO is based.

¤ Skills

You have a university Degree or equivalent in Development Policy and or Agribusiness related disciplines (agriculture economics, agribusiness administration, public administration, agriculture policy)
At least 3 years of professional experience in agribusiness, and/or value chain and market access related, and/or analysis/research of agribusiness and/or socio-economic development projects.
Hands on experience in supporting the development of farmers’ and their groups’ services. Experience in planning and assessment of extension service components, basic understanding of business operations and various areas of business as well as skills in training and facilitation.

¤ Application Closing Date: Not Specified.

Why You Need Volunteer Jobs

For those who have been made redundant and may otherwise have to claim benefits, full-time voluntary positions can even mean they will be better off.

While they may not all include such splendid accommodation, many voluntary jobs offer free meals or allow volunteers to claim a food allowance. Others also cover travel expenses and give volunteers a weekly allowance for essentials such as toiletries. These all-inclusive packages can make it a lot easier for volunteers without savings to give up a few months, or a year, particularly if they are otherwise struggling to find paid work.

The real perk is having free training in things like tractor driving and pesticides. Otherwise you will have to pay for it and may find it difficult. Even though you are not earning a salary, you get free lodgings and gain experience working in the field you want to spend your career in.

Apply Here: