Description
PURE Advisor at SNV Rwanda: (Deadline 15-09-2026)
PURE Advisor
- Kigali,
Rwanda
- Full-time
- Contract
type: National Contract
Company Description
SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the
countries where we operate. Driven by a vision of a better world where all
people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive
sustainably, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyses partnerships that
transform agri-food, energy, and water systems. We help strengthen institutions
and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social
inclusion and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity
crises.
Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity
and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and
what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which
sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.
For more information on SNV, please refer to our
website: www.snv.org
Project background
The Power for food Partnership project is a 5-year project
that will work at the nexus of the regenerative agriculture (RA) and productive
use of renewable energy (PURE) areas. The project aims to drive system
transformation in the RA and PURE nexus by promoting regenerative agriculture
(RA) practices that restore ecosystems, enhance productivity, and integrate
with renewable energy solutions for sustainable market systems and inclusive
growth. The project will apply an innovative hybrid implementation model where
it leverages existing initiatives and expertise within the ecosystem and
connects actors to facilitate processes and encourage synergies.
The project falls under the Strategic Partnership umbrella
programme. The Strategic Partnership programme will provide strategic steering
and support to the RA-PURE nexus portfolio (in and beyond SNV), with dedicated
programs towards advancing the RA-PURE nexus in Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, and
Uganda. The first phase of the project will be implemented in the six (6) districts
of Bugesera, Rwamagana, Kayonza and Nyagatare, Rutsiro and Rubavu.
Rwanda Development Board
Job Description
The PURE Advisor plays a pivotal role in advancing
the nexus of renewable energy solutions and regenerative agriculture practices
in agri-food systems, focusing on the productive use of energy to enhance
agricultural productivity, value addition, and rural livelihoods through
providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and stakeholder engagement
support. The Advisor will adopt a systems transformation approach and acting as
a convener to bring together diverse stakeholders.
Technical Leadership in PURE Adoption & Scaling
- Provide
high-level advisory services on the deployment of PURE technologies and
their productive applications in agriculture such as farm production
including but limited to solar-powered irrigation, cold storage, and
energy-efficient agro-processing.
- Identify
and address systemic barriers to PURE adoption in agrifood systems,
recommending innovative, market-driven, and climate-smart solutions that
align with regenerative agriculture practices and enhance productivity,
efficiency, and sustainability.
- Work
closely with relevant stakeholders and system actors including private
sector actors, researchers, development and government agencies to ensure
PURE and RA solutions are technically feasible, financially viable, and
scalable
- Support
the development of profitable business models and financing mechanisms to
scale PURE adoption among smallholder farmers and agribusinesses
Market System Development for RA and PURE Nexus:
- Analyse
market opportunities, barriers, and incentives for the adoption of PURE
technologies in agricultural value chains.
- Facilitate
partnerships/linkages between technology providers, agribusinesses,
financial institutions, and farmers to develop sustainable business models
- Work
with financial institutions to co-design innovative financing mechanisms
that RA PURE nexus uptake.
- Develop
strategies to integrate PURE into existing agricultural markets, ensuring
inclusivity and benefits for women, youth, and hardly reached groups.
Systems Transformation and Convening Role:
- Act as
a convener to bring together stakeholders from the energy and agriculture
sectors, fostering collaboration and collective action for the RA and PURE
nexus.
- Design
and implement interventions that address systemic barriers to PURE
adoption, such as evidence use, policy gaps, financing challenges, and
limited technical capacity.
- Advocate
for enabling policies, regulations, and incentives that support the
integration of PURE and agricultural systems at local, regional, and
national levels.
Capacity Building and Knowledge Transfer:
- Providing
Business Development Services to SMEs as well as local institutions
- Share
knowledge, skills and insights with ecosystem wide actors on emerging PURE
technologies that can be adapted to RA.
- Provide
TA assistance on customizing available PURE solutions to smallholder
farmer needs and ensure their optimum utilization in agri-food systems
practices.
- Ensure
improved understanding, adaptability and usability of the available PURE
and RA technology solutions to enhance improved agri-food systems
transformation.
- Provide
support on emerging challenges for effectiveness and efficiency of
renewable energy solutions tailored for agriculture to all actors'
segments in the ecosystem.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) for RA-PURE
Integration
- Collaborate
with the LEARNING team/MEL team to track progress, measure impact, and
ensure alignment with project goals.
- Use
data and evidence to refine PURE-related strategies and demonstrate the
value of the RA and PURE nexus.
- Contribute
to regular reporting and communication of project outcomes to donors and
stakeholders.
- Undertake
Additional related tasks as from time to time directed by Line Manager
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Engineering, Financing or
Marketing for Renewable or other related disciplines is required
- Substantial
experience (at least 5 years) in development work & project management
including but not limited to design and implementation development projects,
Agri-business ecosystem, agri-financing, in the context of international
development co-operation in Rwanda.
- Relevant
technical expertise and understanding of the energy and the agriculture
sector and considerable (at least 5 years) practical experience of
introduction of energy technologies to enhance agricultural productivity
and farming efficiency.
- Strong
leadership skills, experience in partnership development and deep
understanding and experience in consortia management.
- Proven
experience in working with agri-business development, project management,
technology adoption & promotion, etc.
Additional Information
Contract Duration: 1 year with the possibility
of extension
Rwanda Development Board
Working at SNV
SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a
challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a
commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working
environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global
network of experts.
How to apply
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before/on the 15 September 2026.
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