NIRAS Vacancy announcement for the AFP Team – Project Assistant based in Copenhagen
NIRAS København
NIRAS Vacancy announcement for the AFP Team – Project Assistant based in Copenhagen NIRAS is a Scandinavian consultancy delivering sustainable solutions worldwide. With over 3,000 staff and 62 offices worldwide, we combine local insight with international expertise.
Who We Are NIRAS International Consulting is our dedicated development arm, managing projects in over 100 countries for major donors and partners, with a strong focus on agriculture, water, climate, governance, and private sector development.
About the Agriculture, Forestry and Private Sector Development (AFP) Team The AFP Team combines expertise in sustainable agriculture, forestry, and private sector development to deliver high-impact projects worldwide. Our work combines technical excellence with practical solutions to strengthen livelihoods, promote biodiversity, and foster resilient markets in Africa, Asia, and beyond.
Markets and Seeds Access Project I and II (MASAP), Zambia & Zimbabwe – Enhancing food security through improved seed systems and climate-resilient agriculture. Ghana Private Sector Competitiveness Programme (GPSCP II) – Improving productivity in cashew and oil palm value chains through strategic partnerships and matching grants.
The Position The position is full time (37 hrs) and based in Copenhagen. We are looking for project assistant to support our projects in mainly west Africa and elsewhere. Scope of Work Project-related work tasks: Assist Project Managers in project administration and documentation tasks such as timesheets, invoicing, TORs, recruitment.
Organize and facilitate meetings (hybrid and online meetings), prepare agendas and take minutes. Support procurement and logistics related to project travels, e.g. booking flight tickets, hotel, visa arrangements etc. Assist Project Managers in the preparation of presentations, and other deliverables as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by Project Managers or management. Other work tasks: Assist bid teams in preparing tenders and expressions of interest specifically related to recruitment, CV tailoring, research, translation, and preparation of administrative documents.
Support procurement and logistics related to team travels Take minutes of weekly AFP team meetings Qualifications and Skills We expect that you: Have a relevant university degree Are recently graduated or have 1-2 years of work experience Can work independently and as part of a team Have a proactive and detailed approach to problem-solving Have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French (C1 level for both is a must).
Have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and AI tools Have good organizational and time management skills. Previous experience in a similar administrative or project support role is preferred but not a requirement.
Conditions of employment The position is full time, and the Project Assistant will be based at NIRAS’s office in Copenhagen, Søtorvet 5, 4th floor, 1371 Copenhagen, Denmark. You will report directly to the AFP Team Manager, Anne Højmark Andersen, and the Project Managers.
Your role may require coordination with other teams and partners as necessary. Application Process Please send your CV and Cover Letter to Line Sofie Adser, Deputy Team Manager, LSAD@niras.com latest by 1st of March 2026. If you have any questions, you are also welcome to write the same email address.
NIRAS is an international consulting company with activities within Building and Infrastructure, Process industry, Utilities, Environment and Nature, Climate, Energy, Planning and Development Consulting. Our more than 3000 specialists solve the challenges of our customers based on our values - we listen, we learn, we deliver.
We believe that cooperation, knowledge sharing and creativity are the way to create the best value for our customers. We have a turnover of approx. DKK 2 billion from offices in more than 30 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and North- and South America, from 61 offices.
Who We Are NIRAS International Consulting is our dedicated development arm, managing projects in over 100 countries for major donors and partners, with a strong focus on agriculture, water, climate, governance, and private sector development.
About the Agriculture, Forestry and Private Sector Development (AFP) Team The AFP Team combines expertise in sustainable agriculture, forestry, and private sector development to deliver high-impact projects worldwide. Our work combines technical excellence with practical solutions to strengthen livelihoods, promote biodiversity, and foster resilient markets in Africa, Asia, and beyond.
We manage donor-funded programmes for partners such as Danida, SDC, SECO, GIZ, KfW with more, supporting value chain development, entrepreneurship, and innovative financing mechanisms. Examples of projects currently being implemented: Projet Opérationnalisation de la Filière Semencière (PROFISEM), Chad – Strengthening the formal seed sector by professionalising seed producers, improving certification systems, and building institutional capacity to ensure sustainable access to quality seeds and enhance food security.
Projet Appui à la Valorisation des Produits Forestiers Non Ligneux (PFNL), Chad – Supporting rural livelihoods by strengthening value chains for non-timber forest products such as tamarind, honey, and tubers, promoting sustainable resource management and income generation.Markets and Seeds Access Project I and II (MASAP), Zambia & Zimbabwe – Enhancing food security through improved seed systems and climate-resilient agriculture. Ghana Private Sector Competitiveness Programme (GPSCP II) – Improving productivity in cashew and oil palm value chains through strategic partnerships and matching grants.
The Position The position is full time (37 hrs) and based in Copenhagen. We are looking for project assistant to support our projects in mainly west Africa and elsewhere. Scope of Work Project-related work tasks: Assist Project Managers in project administration and documentation tasks such as timesheets, invoicing, TORs, recruitment.
Organize and facilitate meetings (hybrid and online meetings), prepare agendas and take minutes. Support procurement and logistics related to project travels, e.g. booking flight tickets, hotel, visa arrangements etc. Assist Project Managers in the preparation of presentations, and other deliverables as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by Project Managers or management. Other work tasks: Assist bid teams in preparing tenders and expressions of interest specifically related to recruitment, CV tailoring, research, translation, and preparation of administrative documents.
Support procurement and logistics related to team travels Take minutes of weekly AFP team meetings Qualifications and Skills We expect that you: Have a relevant university degree Are recently graduated or have 1-2 years of work experience Can work independently and as part of a team Have a proactive and detailed approach to problem-solving Have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French (C1 level for both is a must).
Have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and AI tools Have good organizational and time management skills. Previous experience in a similar administrative or project support role is preferred but not a requirement.
Conditions of employment The position is full time, and the Project Assistant will be based at NIRAS’s office in Copenhagen, Søtorvet 5, 4th floor, 1371 Copenhagen, Denmark. You will report directly to the AFP Team Manager, Anne Højmark Andersen, and the Project Managers.
Your role may require coordination with other teams and partners as necessary. Application Process Please send your CV and Cover Letter to Line Sofie Adser, Deputy Team Manager, LSAD@niras.com latest by 1st of March 2026. If you have any questions, you are also welcome to write the same email address.
NIRAS is an international consulting company with activities within Building and Infrastructure, Process industry, Utilities, Environment and Nature, Climate, Energy, Planning and Development Consulting. Our more than 3000 specialists solve the challenges of our customers based on our values - we listen, we learn, we deliver.
We believe that cooperation, knowledge sharing and creativity are the way to create the best value for our customers. We have a turnover of approx. DKK 2 billion from offices in more than 30 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and North- and South America, from 61 offices.
NIRAS is an equal opportunity employer with a focus on the SDG goals. We value diversity in all its forms and welcome and appreciate applications from all qualified candidates. Application due3/1/2026 Work hours CategoryProject Assistent Position typeDevelopment Consulting WorkplaceCopenhagen Homepagehttps://www.niras.com/ Contact Line Sofie Adser Deputy Team Manager E-mail E-mail E-mail E-mail
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