Bachelor’s Degree

<h2></h2>Agricultural Recovery Officer&nbsp;Location: Benue State, Nigeria&nbsp;Employment Type: Full-TimeReports To: Agricultural Recovery SupervisorAbout the Lagos Food Bank InitiativeLagos Food Bank Initiative (LFBI) is a nonprofit organization committed to reducing hunger, malnutrition, and food waste through innovative food recovery, nutrition support, and sustainable livelihood programs. Through its Agricultural Recovery Program, LFBI partners with farmers, aggregators, markets, and food producers to recover surplus agricultural produce and redistribute it to vulnerable communities through a network of beneficiary organizations.Position SummaryThe Agricultural Recovery Officer will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of LFBI's Agricultural Recovery Program in Benue State. The role involves identifying and securing food recovery opportunities from commercial farms, smallholder farmers, cooperatives, aggregators, and produce markets, while coordinating the redistribution of recovered produce through LFBI's network of beneficiary organizations across the state.Key Responsibilities•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and maintain partnerships with farmers, cooperatives, aggregators, produce markets, processors, and other stakeholders to facilitate surplus food recovery.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Coordinate the recovery, handling, and distribution of surplus agricultural produce in line with organizational standards and food safety requirements.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Manage relationships with beneficiary organizations and coordinate food allocations to ensure efficient distribution to vulnerable communities.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Conduct field assessments, monitoring visits, and data collection activities to support program implementation and accountability.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain accurate records of food recovered, distributed, beneficiaries reached, and partner engagements.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Prepare periodic reports and contribute to program learning, impact measurement, and stakeholder engagement activities.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safeguarding requirements, and donor guidelines.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Represent the program at stakeholder meetings, community engagements, and relevant forums.Qualifications•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Food Science, Agribusiness, Agricultural Extension, Rural Development, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minimum of 3 years' experience in agriculture, food security, livelihoods, food systems, supply chain management, post-harvest handling, or community development programs.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience working with farmers, agricultural cooperatives, markets, or food security initiatives is highly desirable.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Understanding of post-harvest loss reduction, food recovery systems, and agricultural value chains.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience in data collection, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.Required Skills and Competencies•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent communication and community mobilization abilities.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Project implementation and coordination skills.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowledge of agricultural supply chains and post-harvest management.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Data management and reporting skills.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to work independently and manage multiple field activities.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Familiarity with Benue State's agricultural landscape and local communities.Interested candidates should submit their CV to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@lagosfoodbank.org">career@lagosfoodbank.org</a>

Full Time

Mid level

Agricultural Recovery Officer - Benue State

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We are seeking a qualified and passionate Nutrition Program Officer to support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of nutrition programs. The successful candidate will work closely with beneficiaries, healthcare professionals, community stakeholders, and program teams to improve nutrition outcomes among vulnerable populations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate and implement nutrition intervention programs and activities.</li><li>Conduct nutrition assessments, screenings, and beneficiary follow-up.</li><li>Deliver nutrition education and awareness sessions in communities.</li><li>Collect, analyze, and report program data and outcomes.</li><li>Monitor program performance and recommend improvements.</li><li>Prepare timely program reports and maintain accurate records.</li><li>Support food distribution and nutrition-sensitive projects.</li><li>Collaborate with health facilities, and partner organizations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.</li><li>Participate in field visits, community mobilization, and stakeholder engagements.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics.</li><li>Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in nutrition, public health, or community development programs.</li><li>Strong report-writing, communication, and presentation skills.</li><li>Experience with data collection and monitoring &amp; evaluation tools.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Willingness to travel within Lagos and other project locations when required.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Membership in relevant professional bodies is an advantage.</li><li>Experience working with NGOs, humanitarian organizations, or development programs.</li><li>Knowledge of community nutrition and food security interventions.</li></ul>How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter. to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:careers@lagosfoodbank.org">careers@lagosfoodbank.org</a> cc <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hr@lagosfoodbank.org">hr@lagosfoodbank.org</a>Important: Applicants must clearly state their full residential address on their CV. Applications without a clearly stated residential address may not be considered.