Climate Data Analyst at Finpact Development Foundation (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. We are actively involved in the food security, livelihood and education projects, as well as government-led NGO coordination committee platform. Our local presence, capacity, experience, relationships, understanding of local culture and context are all major factors that enable us deliver humanitarian response.

We are guided by humanitarian principles and our working philosophy with partners includes commitment to transparency, accountability, shared goals, honesty and trust. We keep a fast paced environment where self-motivated and independent Individuals who are looking to constantly develop themselves thrive well. We pride ourselves in working at hard to reach communities while maintaining keen focus on culture and management structures that support excellent interaction with partners and stakeholders.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Climate Data Analyst

Location: Sokoto
Job type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret climate and weather data from NIMET and other reliable sources to generate localized information relevant to Illela farmers.
• Translate complex weather forecasts into clear and practical advisories that farmers and herders can use to make informed decisions about planting and grazing.
• Train Natural Resource Management Committees and community champions on interpreting and disseminating seasonal forecasts at the grassroots level.
• Work closely with project staff to integrate climate advisories into CSA trainings, ensuring they are accessible to women, youth, and IDPs.
• Establish and maintain channels for climate information dissemination through radio programs, SMS messages, and community forums in Hausa.
• Conduct climate risk assessments for local farming systems, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending adaptive practices to strengthen resilience.
• Collaborate with Sokoto State institutions and NIMET to align project climate services with government-led climate information frameworks.
• Produce climate-related bulletins, infographics, and reports that are tailored for both technical partners and community-level use.
• Contribute verified climate data to M&E systems and donor reporting to demonstrate project impact on adaptation and resilience.
• Monitor the uptake of climate information by farmers and assess its impact on crop productivity, water management, and conflict reduction.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc. in Meteorology, Environmental Science, Climate Studies, or Data Science; an MSc. in a related field is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in climate data analysis, weather forecasting, or agricultural climate services in Nigeria.
• Strong proficiency in GIS, statistical analysis software, and mobile-based data collection platforms for climate data management.
• Demonstrated ability to simplify technical climate information into farmer-friendly advisories for diverse audiences.
• Experience in training local communities and committees on interpreting forecasts and applying them to agricultural planning.
• Strong knowledge of climate risks and challenges specific to Sokoto State and the wider Northwest Nigeria region.
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in English and Hausa; knowledge of Fulfulde or other local dialects is an advantage.

Application Closing Date
8th October, 2025.