Consultant for Soil Values Program
IFDC- International Fertilizer Development
Kano
Nigeria
July 3, 2026
Full-timeJuly 3, 2026
Consultant for Soil Values Program
Job Description
Job Overview:
The consultant will support the Soil Values program aimed at addressing soil fertility challenges in the Sahel region, focusing on building agricultural resilience to climate change through capacity building and community engagement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct workshops, seminars, and field demonstrations to train extension agents and farmers on bundled technologies on ISFM and SWC; Support national partners in conducting trainings; Coordinate delivery of extension services; Build relationships with farmers and community leaders; Offer on-site advice to farmers; Promote sustainable soil health management practices; Support development of technical briefs and training materials; Provide technical support to the MELS Coordinator.
Required Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of agricultural practices, crop management, and sustainable farming techniques; Excellent communication, technical writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Proficiency in computer applications and digital tools; Fluency in Hausa Language is an advantage.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Agricultural Extension, Agronomy, crop science or a related field.
Languages:
Fluency in Hausa Language will be an added advantage.
Additional Notes:
The consultancy is for a 12-month contract with a monthly fee of 700 USD and a communication allowance of NGN 10,000. The position reports to the Soil Values Country Coordinator.
The consultant will support the Soil Values program aimed at addressing soil fertility challenges in the Sahel region, focusing on building agricultural resilience to climate change through capacity building and community engagement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct workshops, seminars, and field demonstrations to train extension agents and farmers on bundled technologies on ISFM and SWC; Support national partners in conducting trainings; Coordinate delivery of extension services; Build relationships with farmers and community leaders; Offer on-site advice to farmers; Promote sustainable soil health management practices; Support development of technical briefs and training materials; Provide technical support to the MELS Coordinator.
Required Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of agricultural practices, crop management, and sustainable farming techniques; Excellent communication, technical writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Proficiency in computer applications and digital tools; Fluency in Hausa Language is an advantage.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Agricultural Extension, Agronomy, crop science or a related field.
Languages:
Fluency in Hausa Language will be an added advantage.
Additional Notes:
The consultancy is for a 12-month contract with a monthly fee of 700 USD and a communication allowance of NGN 10,000. The position reports to the Soil Values Country Coordinator.
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