Agronomist / CSA Specialist (2 positions)
Care Best Initiative is a women-led and youth-driven non-governmental and not-for-profit organization, founded in 2019 and presently operational in states across the North-East, North-Central and North-West regions of Nigeria, with plans to expand our reach. We’re passionate about saving lives, alleviating the suffering of children, youth, women, and other vulnerable people; as well as maintaining human dignity and supporting the resilience of individuals and communities affected by crises, poverty and inequality.
We believe that every individual deserves dignity, respect and the opportunity to thrive; hence, we’re committed to providing humanitarian aid services, fostering human capital development and strengthening systems to empower vulnerable individuals and communities.
Agronomist / CSA Specialist (2 positions: 1 per LGA, Bade and Jakusko)
WPHF Climate-Resilient Peacebuilding (Yobe)
Project Officer
Yobe State (Bade or Jakusko LGA preferred)
January–February 2027 (2 months) and July–September 2027 (3 months)
4th November 2026 (rolling basis)
Purpose
The Agronomist / CSA Specialist delivers practical climate-smart agriculture and vegetable production training and technical support to farmers, especially women, in the assigned LGA, supporting the delivery of FFS, hubs, technical clinics and starter packages under the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate practical Farmer Field School (FFS) sessions and demonstrations on climate-smart agriculture and vegetable production for farmers in the assigned LGA
- Deliver technical clinics and provide practical, on-the-spot technical advice to farmers
- Support the set-up and day-to-day running of hubs, working with Hub Committees and community groups
- Support the distribution of starter packages and guide beneficiaries on their proper use
- Explain technical content simply to farmers, with particular attention to women farmers and inclusion of vulnerable groups
- Travel frequently between hubs within the assigned LGA to follow up on farmers and activities
- Coordinate with Technical Assistants, the Project Officer, LGA officials and traditional leaders
- Collect field data, keep attendance and activity records, and prepare basic activity reports
- Uphold safeguarding, do-no-harm and gender and inclusion standards in all field activities
- Perform other duties assigned by the direct line manager
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Extension, Horticulture, or related field
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years practical experience in agricultural extension, climate-smart agriculture, or farmer training
- Experience facilitating practical farmer trainings or Farmer Field School-style sessions is highly desirable
- Experience working with women farmers or community groups in Yobe or the BAY states (Borno, Adamawa and Yobe) is a strong advantage
- Knowledge of vegetable production (tomato, pepper, onion, leafy vegetables, etc.) preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Good practical facilitation and demonstration skills
- Ability to explain technical content simply to farmers
- Willingness to travel frequently between hubs within the assigned LGA
- Basic reporting skills
- Gender and inclusion awareness
Language
- Fluency in Hausa (spoken and written)
- English (working knowledge)
- Kanuri is an added advantage
Other
- Must be based in / willing to be fully resident in Yobe State for the duration of the engagement
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply with their CV and a cover letter.
The application deadline is 4th November 2026. Due to the urgency of this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
The online form uploads your document directly. Email applications go to careers@cbi.ngo.
Care Best Initiative (CBI) is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults from abuse, exploitation and harassment, and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and background checks, and successful candidates must adhere to CBI’s safeguarding policies and code of conduct.
CBI is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.