Fall Armyworm Farmer Field Schools coordinator

Rome

Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Location: Rome
Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Education, Learning and Training
- Managerial positions
- AGP
Closing Date: Closed

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FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and nationality

People with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization

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Organizational Setting

The interregional Fall Armyworm coordination project, hosted by the Plant Production and Protection Division at FAO provides technical and organizational support to member countries on the sustainable management of the Fall Armyworm.

International consultants and PSAs represent an important source of expertise for FAO, making their specialist contributions across the globe towards the achievement of the Organization’s strategic objectives. For FAO to be able to attract and employ the best possible experts in the wide range of technical areas of its mandate, a competitive selection process has been introduced. This process is intended to create a pool of candidates which can be called upon when their expertise is required, ensuring a transparent and rigorous selection process.

Reporting Lines

The Consultant/PSA will work under the overall supervision of the AGP Divisional Director and the direct supervision of the Principal Technical Coordinator.

Technical Focus

The Consultant/PSA will work as part of a team to coordinate the implementation of Farmer Field Schools, with a view to enhance farmers’ knowledge on sustainable Fall Armyworm management, including IPM and will contribute to the collection of data as evidence base, publish and communicate results in the context of FAO’s Strategic Framework.

Tasks and responsibilities

In general, designated tasks and responsibilities will include\:

• Help coordinate the implementation of FFS in 10 countries in Africa, the Near East and Asia.
• Establish and manage relations with relevant FAO country offices
• Support the identification of FFS trainers and facilitators.
• Support countries in developing FFS work plans and activities in line with available budget.
• Support the allocation of budget through FBA mechanism.
• Maintain updated records on FAW FFS activities, plans and budget.
• Provide problem solving upon request of focal countries.
• Organize and participation in external events (including field missions) in support of the delivery of the project’s programme of work, including consultation, training, capacity building and technical assistance.
• Compile results and work with participants to write results and lessons learned, document experiences via photos and videos.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree for consultants and university degree for PSAs in agriculture, social sciences or environmental related subject with special reference to rural development and IPM.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in organizing and coordinating country activities.
• Language requirements for Consultants\: Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of one of the other languages of the Organization (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian).
• Language requirements for PSAs\: Working knowledge of English.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Work experience with various stakeholder types and experience in liaison with country offices.
• Knowledge of French and local languages is considered an asset.
• Extent and relevance of experience in providing technical support.
• Demonstrated social skills.
• Proven ability to behave and interact sensitively in various cultural contexts.
• Extent and relevance of knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations, regional entities and national governments

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Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

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