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Project Officer at ICRISAT – Kano
The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is recruiting a Project Officer based in Kano for a six-month ACReSAL assignment. Working with the Project Principal Investigator, the officer will coordinate field activities, monitor progress and contribute to climate-smart agricultural interventions.
Key responsibilities
- Support activity planning, work schedules and implementation in assigned states and communities.
- Coordinate field interventions in agroforestry, agroecology, soil health, improved crop varieties, seed systems and conservation agriculture.
- Facilitate surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and consultations with communities and partners.
- Work with government bodies, researchers, farmer groups, extension organisations, NGOs, seed businesses and other partners.
- Support demonstration plots, training plots, nurseries, agricultural shows and farmer training.
- Assist value-chain and seed-system interventions, including non-timber forest products and seed enterprises.
- Monitor progress and risks, collect documentation and prepare technical updates, reports, briefs and learning products.
- Follow approved work plans, budgets, safeguarding and institutional procedures, and maintain communication with the Project Principal Investigator.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Forestry, Agroforestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Agricultural Extension or a related field.
- At least five years’ relevant professional experience in agricultural development, climate-smart agriculture, natural resource management or related fields.
- A master’s degree with at least two years’ experience is desirable.
- Experience coordinating multi-location agricultural projects, engaging rural communities and conducting field assessments.
- Knowledge of agricultural systems and rural development in Northern Nigeria.
- Experience in project monitoring, farmer training, data analysis and technical reporting, with strong communication skills.
- Willingness to travel for field activities.
Assignment details
This is a six-month consultancy assignment based in Kano, Nigeria.
How to apply
Apply through the online vacancy page and submit the following documents:
- A detailed CV showing relevant qualifications and experience.
- A technical statement of no more than two pages outlining your understanding of the assignment and proposed approach.
- A financial proposal stating your expected professional fees.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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