Assistant FAO Representative (Programme)
Job Description
Title: Assistant FAO Representative (Programme)
Company Name: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Vacancy: --
Location: Dhaka
Salary: Negotiable
Experience:
∎ At least 5 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Development Agency
Published: 6 Apr 2024
Education:
∎ Advanced university degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, natural resources, rural development, business administration and management, international relations or any other field related to the work of the Organization.
∎ Advanced university degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, natural resources, rural development, business administration and management, international relations or any other field related to the work of the Organization.
Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
∎ National of the country of assignment.
∎ Five years of relevant experience in public and/or private sectors related to programming, planning and technical cooperation in food and agriculture and/or project implementation in an area of FAO's activities in the country.
∎ Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and of the local language.
∎ Results Focus
∎ Team Work
∎ Communication
∎ Building effective relationships
∎ Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
∎ Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management.
∎ Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines and project/programme management procedures, preferably those adopted by the United Nations or FAO.
∎ Extent and relevance of professional experience in the field of policy analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development OR extent and relevance of experience in the collection of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries.
∎ Extent and relevance of experience in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals as well as programme/project implementation, monitoring and review.
∎ Proven ability to establish excellent working relationships within and outside the Organization and liaise with officials from government and other institutions.
∎ Minimum Requirements
∎ National of the country of assignment.
∎ Five years of relevant experience in public and/or private sectors related to programming, planning and technical cooperation in food and agriculture and/or project implementation in an area of FAO's activities in the country.
∎ Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and of the local language.
∎ Competencies
∎ Results Focus
∎ Team Work
∎ Communication
∎ Building effective relationships
∎ Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
∎ Technical/Functional Skills
∎ Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management.
∎ Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines and project/programme management procedures, preferably those adopted by the United Nations or FAO.
∎ Extent and relevance of professional experience in the field of policy analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development OR extent and relevance of experience in the collection of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries.
∎ Extent and relevance of experience in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals as well as programme/project implementation, monitoring and review.
∎ Proven ability to establish excellent working relationships within and outside the Organization and liaise with officials from government and other institutions.
Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Liaises and assists government authorities and local, national and international institutions in the areas of FAO's activities in the country and with other UN agencies. He/she may represent FAO at interagency meetings as required.
∎ Promotes the image of FAO through advocacy of the Organization's mandate, programmes, national priorities and activities including development and maintenance of communication tools such as website, press releases and publications, and supports the implementation of FAO's regulatory framework (Codex Alimentarius, Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, Safe Use of Pesticides, etc.) in the country.
∎ Coordinates the collection, consolidation and maintenance of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries, including information on external aid in FAO's corporate systems, and monitors changes in national policies affecting the agricultural sector.
∎ Participates in producing technical, economic and policy studies as required and developing country level development frameworks, such as the Country Programming Framework (CPF) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF).
∎ Participates in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals; monitors and reviews the status of programme/project implementation to ensure that all operational activities are carried out in line with the work plan and the project document; identifies inconsistencies and delays and, when necessary, proposes corrective measures to overcome operational constraints.
∎ Briefs, trains and supervises lower grade level programme staff regarding all aspects of the job; ensures adherence to procedures and work requirements as well as accuracy and diligence of the work provided.
∎ Performs other duties as required.
∎ Monitors and facilitates meeting deadlines on key deliverables, project results and main targets.
∎ Oversees project and programme implementation to ensure the result-based deliverables of FAO projects and programme in the country.
∎ Participates in the development and promotion of the country's Resource Mobilization Strategy and contributes to fund mobilization efforts through liaison with the donor community in the country; and formulates pipeline projects as appropriate.
∎ Provides guidance to the national team in the formulation of the FAO Communication Strategy for Bangladesh.
∎ Promotes relationships with the private sector, academia and civil society organization to increase partnerships.
∎ Promotes and supports gender mainstreaming programming and integration of gender considerations during the design and implementation of project activities.
∎ Oversees and provides guidance for operational and administrative support ensuring that effective workflows are in place.
∎ Assists in advising government institutions on issues related to the agriculture and food systems approach, as required.
∎ Organizational Unit: FABGD
∎ Job Type: Staff position
∎ Type of Requisition: NPO (National Professional Officer)
∎ Grade Level: N-3
∎ Primary Location: Bangladesh-Dhaka
∎ Duration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension
∎ Post Number: 0816345
∎ CCOG Code: 1A02
∎ Organizational Setting
∎ The main aim of the FAO Country Offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes 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.
∎ The post is located in the FAO Representation in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
∎ Reporting Lines
∎ The Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) reports to the FAO Representative (FAOR).
∎ Technical Focus
∎ Programme development and management, coordination and operational support based on the knowledge of the local conditions, culture, language and institutions of the country of assignment.
∎ Key Results
∎ Effective and efficient management and coordination of the technical and operational support of the programme and project activities of the FAO Representation.
∎ Key Functions
∎ Specific Functions
Employment Status: Full Time
Job Location: Dhaka
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Company Information:
∎ Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
∎ House # 74, Road # 18, Block # J, Banani, Dhaka
∎ UN Organization
Address::
∎ House # 74, Road # 18, Block # J, Banani, Dhaka
∎ UN Organization
Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job
Application Deadline: 25 Apr 2024
Category: NGO/Development
Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 25th Apr 2024
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