International Horticulture Specialist
Home Based - May require travel
- Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location: Home Based - May require travel
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Regional Office for Europe %26 Central Asia (REU)
- Closing Date: Closed
Organizational Setting FAO in partnership with the Government of Moldova is implementing a Technical Co-operation Project (TCP/MOL/3608) - Strengthening the capacity of smallholders in berry production. The overall objective of this project is to strengthen the capacity of smallholders in berry production in Moldova through introduction and demonstration of the modern berries production technologies, and trainings of the national extension service providers, and farmers.
Applications are invited for the position of an International Horticulture Specialist (IHS) to provide the technical support towards the implementation of the TCP/MOL/3608. This consultancy work has a duration of 80 working days over 15 months with four technical missions to Moldova of about 60 days.
Reporting Lines The International Horticulture Specialist will work under overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Moldova, the technical supervision of the Plant Production and Protection Division (AGP), and FAO-REU Plant Production and Protection Officer.
Technical Focus Horticultural production research and management, Training of Trainers and Farmers’ Field Schools, and development of extension materials
Tasks and responsibilities The International Horticulture Specialist will be responsible for the followings tasks;
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CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
FAO Core Competencies
Technical/Functional Skills
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