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

  • 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
  • FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and malnutrition. 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.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) through TCP/SWA/4003, FAO is supporting Eswatini to assess tick distribution, determine resistance to the commonly used acaricide amitraz, and strengthen national capacity for integrated tick management. The main objective of the assignment is to provide technical support in implementing tick surveillance and acaricide resistance testing, enhancing field-level coordination, supporting training for animal health staff, and contributing to national reporting and policy recommendations

Reporting Lines

The incumbent will work within the framework of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), under the overall functional and administrative supervision of the FAO Representative in Eswatini, Under the overall supervision of the LTO and in collaboration with the National Project Coordinator (NPC) and Ministry of Agriculture (MOA), the consultant will undertake the following duties and responsibilities\:

Technical Focus

The incumbent will coordinate monitoring, evaluation, learning and knowledge management to support the implementation of TCP/SWA/4003\: “Support to the Control of Ticks and Tick-borne Diseases in Eswatini”.


Tasks and responsibilities

The incumbent will perform the following duties\:

1. Technical and Operational Support

• Assist in preparing and adapting tick surveillance and acaricide resistance survey protocols to local contexts.
• Support the coordination in the field deployment of veterinary officials to collect free-living ticks using standard sampling methods (e.g., drag sampling).
• Supervise and participate in the collection, preservation, and transportation of tick specimens from diptanks across the agro-ecological zones.
• Liaise with veterinary laboratory to ensure samples are analyzed using the standardized FAO Acaricide Resistance Test Method (Adult Immersion Test – AIT).
• Prepare guidelines/SOPs and supervise tick identification at local laboratory

2. Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement

• Support and co-facilitate training of field veterinary staff in surveillance techniques, data recording, resistance testing protocols and diptank management.
• Provide mentorship and technical backstopping to veterinary officials and livestock extension personnel throughout fieldwork.
• Facilitate and lead the preparation of manuals/training materials for veterinary officer as well as dip tank committees

3. Reporting and Dissemination

• Support the compilation and validation of data from field surveys, working closely with the international consultant and the FAO team.
• Contribute to the drafting and review of progress reports, technical reports, including the tick distribution map, acaricide resistance status report, and operational recommendations.
• Plan and Facilitate workshops, validation meetings, and public awareness events as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree in Veterinary Science, Parasitology, Entomology, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience in the management or research of tick-borne diseases and acaricide resistance.
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English
• National of Eswatini or resident of Eswatini with valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement


Technical/Functional Skills

• Previous work experience in sub-Saharan Africa or similar agro-ecological settings.
• Proven experience applying FAO or similar acaricide resistance testing methods (e.g., AIT).
• Demonstrated experience in leading field surveys and providing technical training to national staff.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
• Familiarity with GIS or mapping tools for risk mapping.
• Experience working with FAO or other UN agencies

Selection Criteria

• Proven experience in programme implementation, project design, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to develop annual work plans & reporting.
• Ability to carry-out needs assessments, prepare technical feasibilities and able to supervise/implement interventions accordingly.
• Ability to develop comprehensive resource mobilization action plans for prioritization of activities to securing funding.
• Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.

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 a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, 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 other issues, 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.

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 create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance\: https\://fao.service-now.com/csp

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