JOB VACANCY: AGRONOMIST / CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURE (CSA) SPECIALISTS (2 POSITIONS)
JOB VACANCY: AGRONOMIST / CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURE (CSA) SPECIALISTS (2 POSITIONS)
Organization: Care Best Initiative (CBI)
Project: WPHF Climate-Resilient Peacebuilding Project
Location: Bade and Jakusko LGAs, Yobe State, Nigeria
Engagement Period: January to February 2027 (2 months) and July to September 2027 (3 months)
Application Deadline: November 4, 2026
About Care Best Initiative (CBI)
Care Best Initiative (CBI) is a women-led and youth-driven non-governmental, not-for-profit organization established in 2019. Operating across Nigeria’s North-East, North-Central, and North-West regions, CBI provides humanitarian assistance, promotes human capital development, and strengthens community resilience.
CBI is firmly committed to protecting human dignity, alleviating suffering, and empowering vulnerable individuals and communities affected by crises, poverty, and inequality.
Job Overview
Care Best Initiative is recruiting two dynamic Agronomists / Climate-Smart Agriculture Specialists for its WPHF Climate-Resilient Peacebuilding Project in Yobe State.
Positions Available: 2 (One specialist will be assigned to each of the two project LGAs: Bade and Jakusko).
Role Summary: The successful candidates will provide practical training and technical support to farmers—with a strong focus on women—in climate-smart agriculture (CSA) and vegetable production.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of comprehensive climate-smart agriculture and vegetable production training programs for farmers.
Facilitate Farmer Field Schools (FFS) to strengthen farmers’ practical knowledge and core agricultural skills.
Provide expert technical support to established agricultural hubs and technical clinics.
Support the efficient distribution and effective utilization of agricultural starter packages under the project.
Promote climate-resilient farming practices and sustainable agricultural livelihoods within the assigned LGA.
Residency Requirements
Applicants must be based in Yobe State or be willing to reside fully in the state throughout the engagement period.
Preference: Priority will be given to candidates residing in either Bade or Jakusko Local Government Area.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application via the link below:
Application Deadline: November 4, 2026
Qualified candidates with relevant agricultural knowledge and a strong interest in climate-resilient farming and community development are strongly encouraged to apply.
