FAO recruits 01 National Programme Specialist
Job Description: 1901772
National Programme Specialist
Closure Date: 31/Jul/2019, 11:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: FRETH
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Ethiopia-Addis Ababa
Duration: 12 months
Post Number: N/A
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FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.
People with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Organizational Setting
The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative is to assist governments to develop policies, programs and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
Reporting Lines
The position is under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Ethiopia and direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Program) and closely works with Country office Teams.
Technical Focus
The incumbent will provide support to the FAO Ethiopia (FRETH), in the area of programme coordination, proposal development, report writing, documentation of lessons learned, preparation of briefings and monitoring and evaluation of programmes.
Tasks and responsibilities
Engage in program design in a full-fledged and fine-tuned procedures and techniques,
Compile, write, edit and review progress, interim and final reports, briefing notes, and background information. The Programme Specialist will adhere to FAO’s reporting and editorial guidelines and templates to ensure consistency and correctness in use of language.
Collaborate with responsible officers in FAO Ethiopia (FRETH), Sub Regional Office for Eastern Africa (SFE), Regional Office (RAF) and Head Quarters (HQs) to finalize reports for final submission to the appropriate reporting unit, ensure timely clearance and the editorial quality of the reports.
Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities
Support technical officers in the preparation of concept papers, project and programme proposals using FAO and donors requirements. Follow the progress in the submission of the documents to relevant donors
Assist in the regular monitoring of FAO Ethiopia’s programme to ensure that all operational and financial aspects are in line; liaise with FRETH and SFE internal Units to address all programme related issues;
Assist in design of field studies, baseline surveys, and programme evaluations. Assist country office in hosting various missions from Head Quarters through preparation of background information, briefing notes and programmes
Contribute to FRETH knowledge sharing and learning activities and related knowledge products; ensure integration, learning, sharing and adoption of best practices.
Contribute to enhancing and promoting FAO and donor visibility. As well, involve in the general visibility initiatives on FAO programmes (bulletins, newsletters, posters, etc.).
Represent FRETH on national taskforces, technical committees and coordination meetings to maintain FAO’s presence and share experiences
Perform other related duties, as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
Candidates should be national of Ethiopia;
Advanced university degree in agricultural development, agricultural economics, economics and development studies
Five years of relevant experience in the fields of development, rural development, project management, project design and monitoring and evaluation;
Excellent knowledge of English both written and spoken; and good knowledge of Amharic and any other languages is an asset
FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Familiarity to work with UN agencies, Government and other partners.
Extensive knowledge of project/programme management;
Work experience in more than one location or area of work;
Extent and relevance of experience in project design, monitoring and evaluation;
Extent and relevance of experience in reporting writing;
Familiarity with government policies and strategies in the area of agriculture and rural development.
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
Only 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 applications
For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the 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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