Program Manager – Future Farming Nigeria (FuFaN)

About the role

The Program Manager – Future Farming Nigeria (FuFaN) leads the implementation of a three‑year project that promotes regenerative agricultural practices to reduce greenhouse‑gas emissions and improve farmer livelihoods across Kaduna, Nasarawa, and Niger states.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall project leadership and ownership of the FuFaN initiative.
• Upskill maize, sorghum, and soybean farmers in regenerative and climate‑adapted practices.
• Deliver technical support to facilitate farmer behavioral change from conventional to regenerative agriculture.
• Gather market intelligence, monitor performance indicators, and guide project adjustments.
• Manage relationships with donors, implementing partners, and sub‑awardees to ensure project objectives are met.

Required profile

• Proven experience in agricultural program management or similar development projects.
• Strong understanding of regenerative agriculture and climate‑smart farming practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including government, NGOs, and private sector partners.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Required skills

• Knowledge of regenerative agricultural practices for maize, sorghum, and soybean.

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high‑impact project with measurable environmental and social outcomes.
• Collaboration with a global non‑profit dedicated to poverty alleviation through private enterprise.