FAO recruits 01 Agronomist

FAO

Mekele, Ethiopia

Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement

Job Description: 2102268 AgronomistClosure Date: 24/Aug/2021, 11:59:00 PMOrganizational Unit: FRETHJob Type: Non-staff opportunitiesType of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)Grade Level: N/APrimary Location: Ethiopia-MekeleDuration: 12 months [3 months’ probation period with possibility of extension]Post Number: N/A IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and cultureQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member nations and person with disabilities are encouraged to applyEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold our values. FAO has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and FAO, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discriminationAll selected candidates, therefore, will undergo rigorous reference and background checksAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentialityThe incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization
Organizational SettingThe main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representatives, is to assist Governments to develop policies, programs and projects to achieve food and nutrition security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use the environment and natural resources in a sustainable manner.

In Ethiopia, FAO in collaboration with the Government of Ethiopia prioritizes improving crop and livestock production and productivity, and sustainable natural resource management, while addressing crosscutting themes of resilience, climate change, nutrition and gender. To increase production and productivity of key staple food and commercial crops, FAO provides access to quality seeds and appropriate training/extension services as well as farm equipment. The UN agency promotes value chain and agribusiness development for high value agricultural commodities and supports investment planning for Ethiopia’s Agro-Commodity Procurement Zones (ACPZ) through the Hand-in-Hand Initiative. More still, FAO supports improved post-harvest management to reduce post-harvest losses in fruits and crops including maize, wheat and sorghum, through awareness creation and supporting the production and adoption of storage technologies and practices. Within framework of the Northern Ethiopia Response Plan, which is an integral part of the 2021 Humanitarian Response Plan, FAO supports households affected by conflicts and other disasters with Emergency livelihood kits aimed at protecting and restoration of livelihood of the most vulnerable.
Reporting LinesUnder the overall guidance of the FAO Representative (FAOR) in Ethiopia and the direct supervision of the Emergency Program Officer and in close technical and administrative relation with other colleagues of FAO Ethiopia, the Agronomist will perform the tasks below.

Technical FocusSustainable crop production and protection

Tasks and responsibilities• Provide technical support to FAO Field Offices in Mekelle and Shire, the regional bureau of agriculture and NGO partners to inform programing on sustainable crop production and protection
• Work closely with regional agricultural research programs in planning and coordinating seed systems research to leverage FAO’s seed supply chain initiatives and create a mechanism for awareness on new varieties among small scale farmers• Ensure safe storage and handling of FAO seeds and agricultural tools at field level. Where necessary, carry out germination test to ascertain viability of crop seeds before distribution to farmers• In collaboration with FAO’s implementing partners, carry out timely distribution of agricultural inputs in accordance with the agricultural calendar of the region• In collaboration with the regional bureau of agriculture, identify and promote appropriate agronomic practices and innovations and post-harvest management related to the main crops in the region• Participate in the design and implementation of agriculture/food security assessments including but not limited to Rapid Seed Security Assessment (RSSA), Crop and Food Security Assessment (CFSAM), and other join interagency assessment that take into consideration agriculture/food security• Document and disseminate best agronomic practices, varieties, post-harvest management practices etc. for wider replication• Carry out any other activities as assigned by the direct supervisors (operation and technical)• Perform other related duties and activities upon instructions from Head of Field Office
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements:• Advanced degree in agriculture, crop production, soil science and or related discipline;
• Five years of experience in implementation, monitoring and coordination of projects related to agriculture and food security.• Five years of experience in agricultural training and extension• Nationals of Ethiopia• Very good knowledge of English
FAO Core Competencies• Results Focus
• Teamwork• Communication• Building effective relationships• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement• Technical/Functional Skills• Open to change and ability to manage complexity
• Ability to work and act under pressure and with discretion in a multicultural environment• Capacity to plan, prioritize and deliver tasks on time to meet goals in a high-pressure environment• Working experience at regional and field levels• Working knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation• Demonstrated competence to support institutional capacity building processes• Demonstrated ability to liaise with multiple UN, NGOs, governmental, and media agencies• Relevant understanding and experience in institutional mainstreaming, institutional change and institutional reform• Strong communication, writing and presentation skills in English
Selection Criteria:• Minimum MSc. in relevant field • Additional relevant training• Experience (year) in agronomic programing• Experience (years) in agriculture program/project management/Coordination• Experience in trainings and extension• Experience in UN and/or NGO procedures will be an advantage
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONFAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: Careers@fao.org
Applications received after the closing date will not be acceptedOnly language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applicationsFor additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
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