Multi-post recruitment for the Dogo-bis Programme Field Unit at the Presidency of the République

Multi-post recruitment for the Dogo-bis Programme Management Unit

Under the supervision of the Presidency of the République In Benin, the Dogo-bis Program opens a recruitment to fill the positions of its Programme Management Unit (PMU). Applications are expected from 2 November 2026 at 07:58 until 18 November 2026 at 12:00. These are fixed-term contracts in the infrastructure and transport sector, with a strong interest in agriculture, dams, forests, water and energy.

Context of the programme

To achieve its vision of development, particularly in the water, energy, agriculture and natural resources sectors, the Government of Benin pursues several objectives: the autonomy, diversification and optimization of the national electricity system; the increase of agricultural production, yields and income; as well as the preservation, conservation and sustainable exploitation of natural ecosystems.

In this context, the Government has secured US$ 150 million from the World Bank for phase 1 of the Dogo-bis programme, which involves the construction of a multipurpose hydro dam and its electrical, agricultural and forestry facilities, with a view to an integrated energy-agroecosystems development in the Ouémé basin in Benin.

Specifically, the Dogo-bis Programme aims to increase and diversify electricity production (128 MW hydropower and 50 MW solar photovoltaic), support and intensify agriculture, agroforestry, agropastoralism on 17,500 ha as well as aquaculture, restore and sustainably safeguard forest ecosystems on 50,000 ha, and strengthen resilience in the river basin. Ouémé thanks to the control of water and the integrated exploitation of natural resources, at the level of the departments of Plateau, Collines, Zou and Ouémé.

The Dogo-bis Program is planned in three successive phases — studies and preparation, construction of infrastructure and facilities, then commissioning and operation — Over a period of 7 years (2026-2033). Phase 1, corresponding to the Project, will be implemented through four components: initial work and socio-economic investments without regret (US$64 million); technical studies and programme structuring (US$38 million); involuntary resettlement, livelihoods and social development (US$28 million); and implementation of the Project as well as technical assistance (US$20 million).

The workplace is based on Cotonou (Benin) or its surroundings (Abomey-Calavi, Sèmè-Podji or Porto-Novo), with frequent trips, stays and assignments, or a possible assignment in the Programme's area of intervention (Kétou, Ouinhi, Zagnanado, Dassa-Zoumè and Savè).

Open positions

The open positions are: an Administrative and Financial Manager; a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager; a Management Secretary; an Accountant; an Environmental and Social Technical Assistant; a Specialist in Environmental Protection; a Specialist in Social Development and Gender; a Specialist in Procurement. The terms of reference of these items are attached and downloadable.

Conditions of employment and duration of contract

Successful applicants will be offered a fixed-term contract of two (02) years, renewable over the duration of the Program. Quarterly evaluations will be conducted during the first year and annually thereafter. The contract will be terminated early after two successive quarters of unsatisfactory performance or following an unsatisfactory annual evaluation. The trial period is six (06) months and may be renewed at the request of the Employer. The date of taking office is January 1, 2027.

Documents to be provided and application form

The application file must include the following documents: a letter of application addressed to the Coordinator of the Dogo-bis Program and demonstrating as well as possible the adequacy of the profile of the candidate with the requirements of the position; a valid identity document; a complete Curriculum Vitae containing the addresses of three (03) references (no more than 5 pages); the diplomas and titles required for the position; the attestations or proofs of experiences appearing on the CV; a disability certificate.

The presentation of the original, legalized or authenticated physical versions of the documents in the file may be required during the recruitment process. Similarly, additional documents may be required during the procedure or upon hiring.

The application files are to be sent exclusively by single mail, with the subject mention "Candidature to the post of (specify the position)" and containing a single PDF or zipped file attached, containing the documents of the file classified in the order indicated above, at the latest on November 18, 2026 at 12 hours from Cotonou (i.e. 11:00 AM GMT), at the address

Any file sent after this deadline will be declared inadmissible, and the absence of a document will result in the immediate rejection of the file. Only those candidates whose applications have been screened will be informed of the process. Thus, any candidate who has not received any information until May 31, 2027 will have to consider that his file was not retained.

Selection

The selection will take place in two stages: the pre-selection based on the study of the applications received, then the selection that will take place after an interview with the pre-selected candidates. The Dogo-bis Program reserves the right not to act on this notice, without prejudice.

To be noted

Female candidates are strongly encouraged. Pursuant to the provisions of Law No. 2017-06 of 29 September 2017 on the protection and promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities in République of Benin, and those of Decree No.2023-325 of 21 June 2023 on special measures to promote employment and entrepreneurship for persons with disabilities (Article 2 (2)), this recruitment will reserve 5% of the posts for persons with disabilities, taking into account their abilities and skills.

Done at Cotonou, 02 November 2026, by Dr Arnaud Yémalin ZANNOU, Coordinator of the Dogo-bis Program.

Contact Email: [Click the Apply button below to apply, and Create my CV to build a CV tailored to this offer, professionally]