Agronomy Officer at FINDEF

Finpact Development Foundation (FINDEF) is an indigenous non-governmental organization. Our focus is on delivering lasting value through the work we do, making us trusted advisors to all our partners. Location: Sokoto State (Illela LGA)

Key Responsibilities

Lead the technical design and delivery of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) trainings in Illela, covering composting, intercropping, mulching, and integrated pest management (IPM).
Supervise and maintain demonstration plots at the Climate Peace Hub, ensuring farmers are actively adopting CSA practices and gaining hands-on skills.
Provide direct agronomic technical support to cooperatives, farmer groups, and community-based facilitators to improve farming systems and productivity.
Integrate soil fertility management, water conservation methods, and dry-season farming techniques into training sessions for smallholder farmers.
Collaborate with NIMET and the Sokoto Ministry of Agriculture to align extension services and ensure delivery of consistent agronomic messages.
Monitor farmer adoption of CSA techniques, identify gaps or challenges, and recommend technical adjustments for improved outcomes.
Contribute to cross-border market integration by enhancing crop productivity and promoting effective post-harvest handling and storage.
Document best practices, challenges, and success stories from field activities and ensure contributions are included in donor reports.
Facilitate farmer field days, exchange visits, and peer-to-peer learning events to strengthen knowledge sharing and innovation.
Ensure that all trainings and extension services are inclusive of women, youth, and internally displaced persons (IDPs), promoting equal participation.

Qualifications

BSc. in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or a closely related field; an MSc. is desirable and would be an added advantage.
At least 3 years of proven experience in agronomy, farmer training, and climate-smart agriculture interventions within Northern Nigeria.
Strong practical knowledge of soil fertility management, irrigation systems, pest control strategies, and other core agronomic practices.
Demonstrated ability to design and deliver participatory training sessions that engage diverse community members effectively.
Proven experience coordinating with government extension services, community structures, and farmer organizations in rural settings.
Fluency in English and Hausa is required.