Project Officer

The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is recruiting a Project Officer to support the coordination and implementation of several of its projects.

About the Role

The Project Officer will support effective coordination and implementation of multiple projects through work planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, administration and communications. The role will help maintain reliable performance information, track progress against agreed results frameworks and provide timely information to support project management decisions.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant degree in project management, public or business administration, monitoring and evaluation, development studies, agricultural development, economics, statistics or a related discipline. A relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage, subject to confirmation of the minimum requirement.
• At least three years of relevant experience in project or programme coordination and implementation, including practical experience in monitoring and evaluation, results tracking, data collection, analysis and reporting.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Project management and coordination.
• Monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL).
• Administration, reporting and communications.

Required Competencies and Technical Skills

• Good understanding of project-cycle management, work planning and risk management.
• Practical monitoring and evaluation capability.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Digital administration.
• Strong written communication, analytical thinking and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and virtual meeting tools.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Cover letter.
• Contact details of three (3) professional referees.
• Any other supporting documents considered relevant to the application.

Applications should use the Apply button on this page.

Application Deadline

Friday, 6 November 2026.