Agriculture Program Officer Job at HOPE International Rwanda – Apply Before 8 August 2026: Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Community Development, Rural Development, Agricultural Extension, Agribusiness, or another related field

Agriculture Program Officer Job at HOPE International Rwanda – Apply Before 8 August 2026

Organization: HOPE International Rwanda

Position: Agriculture Program Officer.

Number of Positions: 1

Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda

Department: Operations

Reports To: Senior Agriculture Program Coordinator

Application Deadline: 8 August 2026

Job Category: NGO Jobs | Agriculture | Community Development | Program Management | Faith-Based Organizations

About HOPE International

HOPE International is a global Christian organization committed to serving families and communities through economic empowerment, discipleship, and sustainable development. The organization partners with local churches and community institutions to equip vulnerable households with the knowledge, resources, and opportunities they need to improve their livelihoods while strengthening their faith.

Through its Sowers of HOPE agriculture initiative, HOPE International works alongside church partners to promote sustainable farming practices, strengthen food security, improve household incomes, and build resilient communities. The program combines agricultural development with leadership training, financial stewardship, and spiritual encouragement, enabling communities to achieve lasting transformation.

HOPE International believes that local churches play an important role in community development. By empowering church leaders and field teams with practical agricultural knowledge and operational support, the organization helps farming families improve productivity while creating opportunities for long-term economic growth.

To strengthen the implementation of the Sowers of HOPE programme in Rwanda, HOPE International is inviting qualified and motivated candidates to apply for the position of Agriculture Program Officer.

Position Summary

The Agriculture Program Officer will support the Senior Agriculture Program Coordinator in planning, coordinating, monitoring, and improving agricultural programme activities implemented through church partners across Rwanda.

The successful candidate will provide technical guidance to Field Coordinators, monitor programme implementation, organize training activities, strengthen financial accountability, and ensure that church partners receive the support they need to deliver quality agricultural services.

This position combines agricultural extension, programme management, capacity building, financial monitoring, partnership development, and community engagement. It is ideal for professionals who are passionate about sustainable agriculture, community development, and serving through faith-based initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Programme Coordination and Implementation

The Agriculture Program Officer will work closely with the Senior Agriculture Program Coordinator to ensure the successful implementation of agricultural activities.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the planning and execution of programme activities.

Monitoring implementation progress across partner organizations.

Assisting Field Coordinators in achieving programme objectives.

Ensuring agricultural interventions are implemented according to approved work plans.

Identifying operational challenges and recommending practical solutions.

Supporting continuous programme improvement through regular follow-up.

The officer will contribute to maintaining high implementation standards while promoting efficiency and accountability.

2. Technical Support to Church Partners

An important responsibility of this role is strengthening the capacity of implementing church partners.

The Agriculture Program Officer will:

Coach and mentor Field Coordinators during programme implementation.

Conduct regular partner support visits.

Review activity reports and provide constructive feedback.

Assist partners in improving programme planning and delivery.

Encourage knowledge sharing among church partners.

Promote continuous learning and professional development.

Strong technical support will help improve programme quality and increase positive outcomes for farming communities.

3. Training and Capacity Building

Training is an essential part of the Sowers of HOPE programme.

The successful candidate will:

Organize agricultural training sessions.

Coordinate workshops for church partners.

Prepare training materials and learning resources.

Support adult learning methodologies during training events.

Facilitate technical discussions on improved farming practices.

Ensure sufficient materials are available before each training session.

These activities will strengthen the knowledge and skills of programme staff and volunteers.

4. Field Monitoring and Partner Support Visits

Regular field engagement is essential for programme success.

The Agriculture Program Officer will:

Conduct routine visits to partner organizations.

Assess programme implementation quality.

Review field documentation and records.

Identify areas requiring additional technical support.

Prepare detailed monitoring reports with practical recommendations.

Monitor implementation of agreed action plans.

Field visits also provide opportunities to build stronger relationships with implementing partners.

5. Agricultural Resource Coordination

The Agriculture Program Officer will help church partners access appropriate agricultural resources by:

Supporting procurement and distribution of agricultural materials.

Connecting partners with government agricultural services where appropriate.

Identifying external agricultural training opportunities.

Promoting improved farming technologies.

Supporting access to quality agricultural inputs.

This collaboration helps farming households benefit from improved agricultural practices.

6. Financial Compliance and Budget Monitoring

Financial accountability is a key component of programme implementation.

Responsibilities include:

Coaching church partners on financial compliance requirements.

Supporting budget planning and monitoring.

Reviewing financial reports submitted by partners.

Assisting partners in using financial management tools.

Monitoring programme expenditures.

Supporting accurate financial reporting.

Promoting transparency and accountability in programme implementation.

Strong financial management helps ensure responsible use of project resources.

7. Documentation, Reporting and Learning

The successful candidate will contribute to organizational learning by:

Preparing programme reports.

Collecting success stories from beneficiaries.

Documenting best agricultural practices.

Developing programme newsletters.

Recording lessons learned.

Providing timely updates to programme management.

Effective documentation helps demonstrate programme impact while supporting future planning.

8. Team Collaboration and Organizational Culture

The Agriculture Program Officer will actively participate in programme planning meetings and contribute to team success by:

Working collaboratively with colleagues.

Supporting departmental planning activities.

Sharing ideas for programme improvement.

Participating in strategy meetings.

Promoting servant leadership and teamwork.

Strong collaboration contributes to successful programme implementation.

9. Spiritual Integration

As a faith-based organization, HOPE International integrates Christian values into its programmes.

The Agriculture Program Officer will:

Support Christ-centered programme delivery.

Participate in staff devotions and spiritual reflection sessions.

Promote servant leadership in daily work.

Encourage respectful and compassionate relationships with church partners and communities.

Demonstrate integrity, humility, and professionalism in all responsibilities.

Candidates should be comfortable working within a Christian organizational environment while respecting all programme participants.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Community Development, Rural Development, Agricultural Extension, Agribusiness, or another related field.

Additional professional training in programme management or agricultural development will be considered an advantage.

Required Experience

The ideal candidate should demonstrate experience in one or more of the following areas:

Agricultural development programmes.

Community development.

NGO programme implementation.

Agricultural extension services.

Capacity building and training.

Monitoring and evaluation.

Budget monitoring and financial accountability.

Partnership management.

Coaching and mentoring.

Experience working with churches, community organizations, or farmer groups will be an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Technical Skills

Good knowledge of sustainable agriculture.

Programme coordination skills.

Adult training and facilitation skills.

Report writing abilities.

Budget monitoring skills.

Financial documentation skills.

=> Computer Skills

Applicants should have practical experience using:

Microsoft Word.

Microsoft Excel.

Microsoft PowerPoint.

Email and digital communication tools.

Communication Skills

Candidates should possess:

Excellent written communication.

Strong presentation skills.

Good interpersonal skills.

Ability to build productive relationships with partners.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

Self-motivated.

Organized.

Honest and accountable.

A proactive problem solver.

Able to work independently.

A collaborative team player.

Passionate about agricultural transformation and community development.

Applicants should also be fluent in both Kinyarwanda and English. Knowledge of French will be an added advantage.

Why Join HOPE International?

Working with HOPE International offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful agricultural and community development programmes that improve the lives of farming families across Rwanda.

Employees benefit from:

Professional development opportunities.

Practical field experience.

Collaborative working environment.

Opportunities to strengthen community livelihoods.

Exposure to international development programmes.

A supportive team committed to excellence and service.

This position is particularly suitable for professionals who wish to combine agricultural expertise with community development and servant leadership.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should submit their application through the official HOPE International online recruitment portal.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare:

Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Motivation or Cover Letter.

Academic certificates.

Any additional supporting documents requested during the online application process.

Click here for apply: https://jobs-hopeinternational.icims.com/jobs/1794/agriculture-program-officer---hope-rwanda/job?mode=view&mobile=true&width=411&height=800&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=120&jun1offset=120

Applications should be submitted before the deadline.

Application Deadline: 8 August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity

HOPE International is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where qualified individuals are considered fairly based on their skills, qualifications, experience, and ability to perform the responsibilities of the position.

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