European Union Seeks Cooperation Officer for Rwanda Delegation

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The European Union (EU) is represented in Rwanda through the EU Delegation, which works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. The EU Delegation supports the Rwandan government in areas that are part of the EU's remit, including the Global Gateway Initiative, which aims to build and reinforce resilience and sustainable food systems in African countries. The EU has launched a job announcement for a Cooperation Officer to join its Cooperation Section in Rwanda, focusing on enhancing resilience and sustainability of African food systems.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cooperation Officer will serve under the supervision of the Head of the "Rural Development, Climate Action, Biodiversity, Gender" team, providing support, expertise, and assistance in areas of economic, environmental, and social sustainability of agri-food production and processing.
  • The successful candidate will contribute to the analysis and formulation of EU programs in areas related to their portfolio, ensuring sound administration and management of EU projects and programs.
  • The Cooperation Officer will engage in policy formulation and dialogue with relevant government officials to shape and enhance policies and reforms in areas related to their portfolio.
  • The EU offers a competitive benefits package, including personal leave days, health insurances, and a retirement savings plan.
  • The base salary for the Cooperation Officer will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from 2,711,267 RWF.
  • Minimum requirements include a University Master's Degree in agriculture or economic development-related topics, a minimum of 4 years' experience in projects management, and an excellent oral and written command of English (C1 Level).
  • Assets include knowledge of the European Union Global Gateway strategy and development cooperation procedures, familiarity with the EC's financial regulation and procedures, and experience working for a European Union Delegation or in project funded by the European Union.

Statistics:

  • 140 diplomacy representations, known as EU Delegations, have a similar function to those of an embassy.
  • The EU Delegation to Rwanda, Kigali works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States.
  • The Team Europe Initiative "Investing in climate-smart and inclusive agriculture transformation" is supporting the implementation of the national development strategy NST-2 and subsequent sector policies in the areas of agriculture (PSTA5) and environment (NDC 3.0 formulation process).
  • The EU supports African countries through the Global Gateway Initiative to build and reinforce resilience and sustainable food systems.
  • The Cooperation Officer will have a base salary dependent on experience, typically starting from 2,711,267 RWF.

Sources:

  • The European Union (EU)
  • EU Delegation to Rwanda, Kigali
  • Team Europe Initiative "Investing in climate-smart and inclusive agriculture transformation"
  • European Union Global Gateway strategy and development cooperation procedures
  • EC's financial regulation and procedures