Project Officer – Climate Action at Work In Nigeria

Work in Nigeria is a talent recruitment and headhunting company based in Lagos Nigeria. Our overall goal is to redefine the recruitment sector by sourcing, shortlisting and placing suitable and top-notch talent in for our client’s businesses. We provide top notch and streamlined recruitment and candidate placement services on a permanent, contractual and interim basis across all grade levels and sectors. At Work In Nigeria, we also provide employability and career advisory support to individuals and career professionals who require expert coaching and guidance with making career decisions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Officer – Climate Action

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of climate action projects, including bootcamps, school programmes, and community initiatives.
• Coordinate project activities, timelines, and deliverables in line with approved workplans.
• Engage schools, youth groups, and communities to promote climate awareness and sustainable practices.
• Collect project data, document outcomes, and prepare narrative and activity reports.
• Support monitoring frameworks to assess project impact and learning.
• Maintain organised project documentation and records.
• Liaise with partners, schools, environmental organisations, and community stakeholders.
• Support public engagements, campaigns, and advocacy activities related to climate action.
• Coordinate logistics for training, workshops, field activities, and community Engagements.
• Support procurement, budgeting inputs, and compliance with organisational policies.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• A Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or a related field is preferred.
• 4 – 6 years of experience in project implementation, climate programming, environmental advocacy, or development work.
• Experience working with youth, schools, or community-based projects is an advantage.
• Strong project coordination and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage timelines, documentation, and multiple stakeholders.
• An understanding of climate change, sustainability, or environmental education is desirable.
• Committed to community development and sustainability.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: favour@workinnigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.