The Digital Tools Officer Vacancy at IITA 2026

Job Overview

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a leading not-for-profit agricultural research organization dedicated to developing innovative solutions that address Africa’s critical challenges, including hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and environmental degradation. Working in collaboration with partners across sub-Saharan Africa, IITA improves food and nutrition security, livelihoods, employment opportunities, and natural resource sustainability.

IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global partnership focused on building a food-secure future. More information is available at: https://www.iita.org/

Position: Digital Tools Officer

Job Code: IITA-TZ2026-R4D-006-NRS-DAR ES SALAAM
Duty Station: IITA Eastern Africa Hub Office, Mikocheni, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

This position is part of the PROSSIVA Project (Programme for Seed System Innovation for Vegetatively-Propagated Crops in Africa), a multi-country initiative focused on improving the availability of high-quality seed for banana, cassava, and yam across Africa.

The Digital Tools Officer will support ICT innovation, digital agriculture systems, and data-driven seed system improvement under the PROSSIVA project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in digital tool development, ICT data management, and website administration
• Serve as focal point for the Digital Tools and Scaling Pillar (cassava component in Tanzania)
• Coordinate with IITA-Ibadan ICT team to scale and improve the Seed Tracker platform
• Support regulatory authorities in Tanzania to adopt and independently use Seed Tracker for seed certification and self-certification systems
• Collect and analyze usage data and analytics from digital seed systems
• Enhance integration of digital tools among seed producers, regulators, and partners
• Support expansion of the CropVAR AI-based variety identification application
• Prepare detailed reports on ICT performance, usage metrics, and project progress
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field
• Experience in digital systems development, ICT data management, and website administration
• Strong knowledge of databases, digital platforms, and data analytics tools
• Experience in agricultural digital systems is an added advantage
• Proven ability to support system scaling, feature improvement, and user adoption
• Experience working with government agencies, regulatory bodies, or development partners
• Strong analytical, reporting, communication, and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

Contract Information

• Initial contract duration: 1 year (renewable based on performance and funding availability)
• Competitive remuneration package offered
• Position is nationally recruited

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply online through the IITA recruitment portal:
https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs

Applicants must attach:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Copies of academic certificates
• Names and emails of three professional referees

Equal Opportunity Statement

IITA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline

Tuesday, 28th April 2026

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