FAO recruits 01 Emergency Livestock Technical Assistant (SC6)

FAO

Mogadiscio, Somalia

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

Job Description – Emergency Livestock Technical Assistant (SC6) (2301865)

Job Description: 2301865

Emergency Livestock Technical Assistant (SC6)

Job Posting: 23/Jun/2023

Closure Date: 07/Jul/2023, 11:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: FRSOM – FAO Representation in Somalia

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)

Grade Level: N/A

Primary Location: Somalia-Mogadiscio

Duration: Up to 6 months, 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 culture

Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values

FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

The key mission of the FAO Representation in Somalia, which is led by FAO Representative (FAOR), is to assist and support the national government to develop policies, strategies and programme aimed at accelerating the Implementation and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the area of FAO’s global mandate and Strategic Objectives. More specifically, FAO’s response aims to address national needs and priorities in achieving food security, reducing hunger and malnutrition, developing agricultural, fishery and forestry sectors, and ensuring the sustainable use of environmental and natural resources and respond to recurrent emergencies. The current portfolio of activities of the FAO Representation in Somalia includes a wide scope of technical support interventions ranging from policy support through livestock and crop production, to natural resource management, Nutrition, value chain, food security analysis and water and land information management. FAO is also implementing several emergency, resilience-building and development interventions, with the support of its five field offices and close to 400 staff in partnership with the Federal and State line ministries.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Somalia, the direct supervision of the Head of Programme and the Emergency Programme Coordinator and close collaboration with FAO Cash for Work Emergency Units and Team in Somalia.

Technical Focus

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Somalia, the direct supervision of the Emergency Programme Coordinator and the Emergency Livestock Unit Leader, and close collaboration with FAO Emergency Units and Team in Somalia. Specifically, he/she will:

Tasks and responsibilities

• Contribute to the preparation of detailed work plans related to the different project outputs and outcomes in collaboration with relevant project and Livestock value chain staff.

• Ensure the operational and technical supervision of the projects as per FAO guidelines.

• Develop the contractual implementation documents (Letters of Agreement) of projects.

• Undertake quality control and monitoring of letters of agreement with programme/project implementing partners.

• Plan and supervise the implementation of field activities: provision of inputs, good practices training, installation of equipment and infrastructure, collection, and analysis of food security information etc.

• Liaise with Operations regarding operational and logistics requirements of the planned interventions.

• Collaborate in the preparation of progress reports, midterm, and end of project as per the project documents and signed agreements.

• Participate in meetings with partners and government counterparts at local level, as required for successful operation and implementation of the project.

• Make periodic visits to the sites where the project is operating to provide backup supports and gain first-hand challenges and appreciation of the achievement.

• Develop the documentation and project reporting on both, activities and financial as per agreed timelines.

• Submit monthly financial and progress reports of the implementation of project activities along with plan for next month.

• Ensure that lessons learnt through the project are documented and shared with donor when required.

• Prepare periodic progress report on all matters concerning the implementation of the projects describing performance, achievement, and challenges.

• Prepare an end-of-assignment report describing the activities, findings, conclusions and recommendations.

• Conduct other relevant project tasks as required by FAO.

• Any other duties as may be requested by the supervisor.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in Agriculture, Veterinary, Biology and/or any relevant study area.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in livestock project management, design, and monitoring.

• Working knowledge (level C) of the FAO official language used for communication within the country (English) and working knowledge of the local language(s) is required.

• National of Somalia.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus

• Teamwork

• Communication

• Building Effective Relationships

• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work.

• Relevance of experience in Agropastoralism and pastoral livestock production systems.

• Excellent skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO 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 accepted

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 additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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

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

• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications

• Incomplete applications will not be considered

• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application

• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered

• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile

• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

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