English & School Education Project Officer

As a valued employee of the British Council, you already help us deliver our mission to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. You are part of our organisation in over 200 countries and territories and where we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire. Role purpose: This role supports the English and School Education programme team in the implementation of programmes and contracts in compliance with British Council policies and procedures including financial admin, reporting and data collection, evaluation, operational project delivery and managing relations with delivery partners. Role Accountabilities: This role is responsible for supporting the effective delivery of projects and programmes through strong project coordination, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. The individual works independently to manage competing priorities, ensure project activities are delivered on time, and hold vendors and suppliers accountable for providing quality services. They also build and maintain productive relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders to support programme objectives. A key aspect of the role is financial and operational management, including budget planning, expenditure monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting to programme leadership. The position requires maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely vendor payments through SAP Finance, and adhering to British Council financial policies, audit requirements, and external partner compliance standards. The role also supports project implementation through data management, monitoring and reporting, grants administration, procurement, due diligence, records management, and event and training delivery. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality data collection and analysis, supporting compliance processes, and contributing to programme monitoring and evaluation requirements. Additionally, the role promotes equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism by fostering an inclusive culture, supporting wellbeing, addressing personal biases, and actively embedding the British Council’s EDI principles into daily activities and programme delivery. Role specific knowledge and experience Essentials * Bachelor’s degree is required * Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or contracts. * Administrative and financial administration and reporting experience. * Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management. * Experience of working with external partners and stakeholders Desirables * Experience of working on teacher education projects (delivered online, face-to-face or blended) Important Information * British Council Pay Band: 4 * Department: Cultural Engagement * Contract type: Indefinite * Working location: Rwanda * Proof of Identity requirements/right to work in country: Candidates should ensure they have the legal right to live and work in the country where the role is based. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are not provided. * Closing Date: 1 September 2026 (23.59 IST) A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. Safeguarding Statement The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org