Environment and Climate Change Officer at Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF)

Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF) is a regional non- Governmental Organisation that focuses on the following thematic areas; Migration, Public Health, Education, Democratic Governance, livelihood, Climate Change and Environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Environment and Climate Change Officer

Location: Kastina
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

• The Environment & Climate Change Officer will support the implementation of environmental and climate-smart interventions under the SPRING Project.
• The role focuses on facilitating ecosystem restoration activities, sustainable natural resource management, and strengthening community climate resilience through participatory, evidence-based approaches.
• The officer will assist in ensuring that project activities are environmentally sound, climate-responsive, gender-inclusive, and aligned with AYGF’s sustainability principles and national climate adaptation policies.

Key Responsibilities
Program Implementation:

• Support the planning and implementation of climate-smart and environmental sustainability activities, including soil and water conservation, afforestation/reforestation, and water-harvesting systems.
• Conduct field-level environmental and climate assessments to inform activity design and community planning.
• Support the establishment and maintenance of demonstration sites showcasing climate-resilient agricultural practices and land restoration models.
• Ensure environmental safeguards and sustainability principles are applied across project activities.

Capacity Building & Community Engagement:

• Organize and deliver training sessions for youth, women, and local institutions on environmental sustainability, climate adaptation, and natural resource management.
• Contribute to the development of user-friendly manuals, training materials, and community guides on ecosystem restoration and green livelihoods.
• Mobilize and support community-led natural resource management committees, ensuring inclusive participation of women and youth.
• Support the development and dissemination of user-friendly manuals, training materials, and community guides on ecosystem restoration and green livelihoods.

Partnership & Coordination:

• Collaborate closely with government agencies (e.g., SEMA, Ministries of Environment, Agriculture, and Water Resources), community structures, and development partners (UNDP, IOM, WFP) on joint climate and environmental initiatives.
• Support local authorities in developing or strengthening resource-sharing frameworks and conflict-sensitive environmental governance.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Track and document progress on environmental and climate-related indicators using AYGF’s Project Tracking, Monitoring, and Accountability System (PTMAS).
• Prepare periodic monitoring reports, highlight lessons learned, and recommend adaptive management strategies.
• Contribute to project learning products, case studies, and knowledge-sharing events.

Qualifications and Experience
Required:

• University Degree (B.Sc or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Climate Change, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in implementing environmental management, climate resilience, or ecosystem restoration programs.
• Proven experience working in rural or semi-arid contexts, preferably in Northern Nigeria.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in climate-smart agriculture, environmental assessment, and ecosystem restoration.
• Experience collaborating with government institutions, communities, and development partners on climate/environment projects.

Desired:

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Climate Change, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Hausa language and familiarity with Katsina State context.
• Experience in integrating gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) into migration or livelihood programs.

Application Closing Date
5th December, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining relevant experience and motivation to: recruitment@aygf.org using “Environment and Climate Change Officer– SPRING Project” as the subject of the email.