Funmilayo Temidayo Azeez
Community and Rural Development Officer at Durian Foundation
Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State
Nigeria
Hi, I'm Funmilayo Temidayo Azeez!
Community and Rural Development Officer at Durian Foundation
A passionate and community-focused dynamic professional with expertise in climate-smart agriculture, ecosystem restoration, and community-based sustainability initiatives. Skilled in designing and implementing programs that advance sustainable food systems, environmental stewardship, and inclusive rural development. Proven ability to train farmers, coordinate multi-stakeholder projects, and integrate SDG-aligned practices into agricultural operations. Passionate about driving climate resilience and resource-efficient solutions for rural communities.
Experience
Durian Foundation
Community and Rural Development Officer
August 2025 - Present
Coordinated climate-smart agriculture projects and facilitated farmer training on sustainable practices.
Led agroforestry awareness campaigns, promoting biodiversity and soil health among rural communities.
Developed reports and resource allocation plans, ensuring efficient use of inputs and minimizing environmental impact.
Achieved a 30% reduction in chemical fertilizer use in tomato farming through the adoption of organic alternatives.
Durian Foundation
Community and Rural Development Officer
April 2025 - Present
Coordinated climate-smart agriculture projects and facilitated farmer training on sustainable practices.
Led agroforestry awareness campaigns, promoting biodiversity and soil health among rural communities.
Developed reports and resource allocation plans, ensuring efficient use of inputs and minimizing environmental impact.
Achieved a 30% reduction in chemical fertilizer use in tomato farming through the adoption of organic alternatives.
Advic Farms and Allied Services
Field Officer
February 2023 - July 2025
Assisted in coordinating agricultural projects and field visits with stakeholders.
Supported the CEO in organizing community outreach and training logistics.
Maintained documentation and reports for farm operations and development programs.
Facilitated training sessions for cocoa and poultry farmers on sustainable agricultural practices.
Promoted climate-smart agriculture techniques and agroforestry awareness among rural trainees.
Bonko-Agro Foundation (National Youth Service Corps)
Farm Supervisor
March 2022 - January 2023
Delivered training on sustainable poultry and crop production, integrating low-input techniques.
Supervised farm operations with emphasis on resource efficiency and waste reduction.
Maintained accurate sustainability metrics for crop yield and input utilization.
Making a report of equipment, materials, and production on time.
Advic Farms and Allied Services
Executive Assistant
September 2021 - February 2022
Managed executive calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated complex travel arrangements.
Supported board meetings and leadership sessions, including minute-taking and action tracking.
Handled sensitive information with discretion and maintained organized digital and physical records.
Assisted in project execution, vendor coordination, and office operations to ensure smooth workflow.
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Languages
French
Intermediate
Japanese
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Spanish
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