Project Officer – Climate‑Smart Agriculture

About the role

The European Union Delegation in Kigali is seeking a Project Officer to support climate‑smart and agricultural initiatives. Working under the Head of Cooperation Section and the Team Leader for Green and Digital Transition, you will contribute to policy development and project management across the environment and agriculture sectors.

Key responsibilities

• Support sector analysis, monitor national trends, and provide data‑driven inputs for policy and strategy.
• Prepare delegation reports, publications, briefings and maintain liaison with European Commission Directorates and EU agencies.
• Manage the full project cycle – programming, design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, closure and sustainability – in partnership with the Government of Rwanda and other stakeholders.
• Oversee project administration, procurement processes (drafting terms of reference, launching tenders, assessing proposals, participating in tender committees).
• Coordinate and monitor the EU partnership portfolio, identify financing opportunities and track European Fund contributions.

Required profile

• Experience in project management, policy analysis and procurement within the environment or agriculture sectors.
• Ability to analyse data and trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Strong coordination skills to work with government bodies, EU agencies and implementing partners.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract for 2 years with possible renewal subject to budgetary availability.
• Opportunity to work in a diplomatic mission with a multidisciplinary team of seven professionals.
• Exposure to EU policy processes and international development projects.