VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: PROJECT OFFICER

The Delegation of the European Union to Rwanda seeks to employ maternity leave replacement for a Project Officer. The post is based at the Delegation offices in Kigali. The incumbent will report to the Head of Economics and Good Governance Section. The Delegation of the European Union offers exciting work in a vibrant multicultural environment with excellent opportunities for professional development.

JOB DUTIES

Management of cooperation projects including follow-up and monitoring of the implementation of projects, performance of partners, reporting on achievements and challenges, meeting with partners and stakeholders.

Management of contractual procedures linked to projects including analysis of financial reports and requests for extension/budget reallocations, management and introduction of payment requests, contract closures.

Reporting on main sector developments and internal dissemination of sector analysis.

Management of communication & visibility contract including management of relations with contractors in cooperation with the Political, Press and Information Section and other operational sections of the EU Delegation and under the leadership of the Head of Economics and Good Governance Section

JOB REQUIREMENTS

University degree preferably in Political Sciences, International Relations or related area. Candidates must be fully computer literate and possess superior analytical, drafting and organizational skills. Candidates must be fluent in English and have working knowledge of French. Previous experience in research on sub-Saharan human development and/or human rights and migration is an advantage. Previous work experience in diplomatic representation such as EU Delegation would be a strong advantage.

DURATION

Fixed contract for the period of 01/06/2022– 30/09/2022 (maternity leave replacement).

HOW TO APPLY

The Delegation of the European Union to Rwanda applies a policy of equal opportunities. Interested applicants should send their applications in English to the attention of the Head of Economics and Good Governance by email to DELEGATION-RWANDA-LTB@eeas.europa.eu

Applications must contain:

• Letter of motivation
• Curriculum Vitae with reference contacts
• Supporting documents providing proof of educational background and professional experience.
• The email containing all supporting documents should clearly mention “Vacancy Project Officer”. Candidates who have not submitted the required supporting documents will not be considered.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 13/04/2022 at 18:00 Kigali time. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.