FAO recruits 01 Agroforestry and Carbon Trading Specialist
FAO
Maputo, Mozambique
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement
Job Description – Agroforestry and Carbon Trading Specialist (2400300)
Job Description
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2400300
Agroforestry and Carbon Trading Specialist
Job Posting: 25/Jan/2024
Closure Date: 08/Feb/2024, 11:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: FRMOZ
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Mozambique-Maputo
Duration: 11 Months
Post Number: N/A
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Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
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All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
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Organizational Setting
FAO Representation in Mozambique is implementing the PROMOVE Agribiz programme – Improving rural competitiveness in Nampula and Zambézia provinces. The overall objective of the PROMOVE Agribiz is to contribute to sustainable, inclusive and broad-based economic growth and poverty reduction in the context of national food and nutrition security and climate change. Thus, the programme contributes primarily to the progressive achievement of SDG Goal 2. End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture and Goal 8. Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all, it also promotes progress towards Goals 1 (end poverty), 5 (gender equality), and 13 (climate action). Moreover, it is aligned with the main agriculture sector policy documents Strategic Plan for the Development of the Agriculture Sector (PEDSA) and National Agriculture Investment Plan (PNISA).
Considering the increased fragility of ecosystems and farming caused by the intensification of droughts, floods and cyclones, Agroforestry action is being expanded to allow smallholder farmers (SHF) set up this productive system on part of their farms. It is expected that 5.000 household participate of the project, establishing, in average, 1ha under a diversified Agroforestry System model, including timber, fruit and biomass/fodder tree species, intercropped with annual crops.
Through Agroforestry action, carbon credits will be offered to private institutions and companies on the voluntary market. FAO Mozambique is developing local and international partnerships with implementing and commercial partners.
In order to coordinate the implementation of the Agroforestry action, including the advising to the seedling production at community lever, the establishment of Agroforestry System, the training to SHF and other stakeholders and supervise local and international partnership, FAO Mozambique intends to recruit an Agroforestry and Carbon Trading Specialist to support the implementation of these component.
Reporting Lines
The Agroforestry and Carbon Trading Specialist will report directly to the technical Advisor (TA) of the project and to the FAO Representative in Mozambique (Budget Holder).
Technical Focus
Agroforestry, Agroforestry System Models, Nurseries Management, Carbon Trading, Local and International Partnership
Tasks and responsibilities
The Agroforestry and Carbon Trading Specialist will undertake the following tasks and responsibilities:
• Review of relevant documents and reports of the project, such as REDD+ decree, Agroforestry and carbon trading feasibility study, National and International Project Registration, Technical and Methodological Manual and others.
• Produce a variety of technical information, data, statistics, and documents as well as technical input for reports and communication and visibility products.
• Contribute on the set-up and management of community nurseries, including the seed provision, seedling distribution plan, nursery legalization and seedling commercialization though subsidies scheme.
• Promote the establishment of Agroforestry Systems on eligible communities and farms.
• Coordinate with the Hub Coordinators and District Field Technicians, the selection of areas, plantation and management of seedlings.
• Participate in the selection of the Local Implementing Partner as well as build and strengthen the technical and institutional capacities to hand over the project after the finalization of PROMOVE Agribiz programme.
• Integrate multi-disciplinary teams in FAO, including Seed Specialist, Farmer Field School Specialist, e-voucher Specialist, agri-business Specialist and M&E Specialist in order to design, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project activities.
• Actively participating and delivery of training to the benefit of Small Holder Farmers, Field Technicians of Public and Private sector, members of academia etc.
• Ensure the quality / effectiveness of capacity development, including training to SHF and Field Technicians on Agroforestry System, organizational development and carbon trading through participatory extension methodologies and digital tools.
• Ensure the engagement of 5.000 households, the management of 5.000 ha under agroforestry systems and the existence of 37 commercial nurseries supported by the project.
• Collaborate/Support the implementation of Work Plans of Local and International Partners (i.e. NGOs and civil society organizations) in order to achieve the outputs related to the carbon trading project in Nampula, Zambézia and Manica provinces.
• Contribute to the design of agroforestry schemes and estimation of carbon removal unit assessment to estimate potential value of sales and benefit for Small holder Farmers.
• Systematize and prepare learning products on the Agroforestry action and carbon trading project.
• Perform other tasks as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced University degree in Agronomy, Forestry, Rural Extension or other related subjects.
• At least three years of working experience in Forestry, Agroforestry, Sustainable ecosystems, GHG and International Cooperation.
• Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of one of the other two or Arabic, Chinese, Russian
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Knowledge of Portuguese and previous experience with UN system Agencies will be considered an asset
• Background experience in technical areas related to Agroforestry and Carbon Trading.
• Computer skills (MS Office and Internet Explorer)
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
For more information, visit the FAO employment website
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
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• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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