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Technical Officer (Agriculture Production)

Islamabad

  • Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
  • Location: Islamabad
  • Grade: Mid level - P-3, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Agriculture and Forestry
    • FAO Representation in Pakistan, FAPAK
  • Closing Date: Closed

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The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and nationality
• People with disabilities are protected from any type of discrimination during any stage of employment, including the recruitment phase
• 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 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 develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
The position is based in the FAO Representation office, Islamabad, with travel to Multan and Hyderabad (project areas). The FAO Representation in Pakistan focuses its efforts on poverty reduction, food security, sustainable livelihoods and rural development. FAO has partnered with the Government of Pakistan on research and development, training, extension services and strengthening of the staff capacity in planning and policy-making. FAO has supported improvements in agricultural policy analysis, strengthened institutions and enhanced integrated area development and expanded participation of marginalized and vulnerable communities in sustainable development.

Reporting Lines
The Technical Officer reports to the Technical Adviser under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Pakistan. He/she works in close coordination with the Provincial Project Coordinators in Multan and Hyderabad.
Technical Focus
Technical and capacity development leadership and contribute to identify and pilot innovative initiatives in the area of climate resilient agriculture and crop production; leadership and technical expertise for the planning, development and implementation of projects, related-products, and services.
Key Results
Research, technical analysis, and project related services to support the delivery of programme projects, products, and services.
Key Functions
• Researches and analyses technical-related issues on the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects; assists in the review of relevant documents and reports;
• Produces a variety of technical information, data, statistics and documents as well as technical input for reports and web pages;
• Provides technical support/analysis to various assessments, studies and projects and provides technical backstopping to field projects;
• Collaborates in the development of improved/updated tools, systems, processes and databases;
• Oversees the updating of databases and web pages;
• Participates in multidisciplinary teams, and/or leads working groups/teams, collaborates with other departments and agencies on work groups and committees and promotes best practices;
• Collaborates in, provides technical backstopping to and ensures the quality/effectiveness of capacity development activities within member countries such as policy support, organizational development and individual learning events including preparation of related information, learning materials, online tools;
• Promotes knowledge sharing and best practices at international meetings and conferences and guides partners in stakeholder consultations;
• Performs other duties as required.

Specific Functions
• Supports the development, implementation and evaluation on technical issues of the agriculture related components of the project; directs review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, liaises with relevant parties; identifies and initiates follow-up actions;
• Contributes to the preparation of various technical written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, technical guidelines, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications;
• Conducts field missions, including provision of guidance to technical consultants, government officials and other parties;
• Provides advice to develop policies and strategies as well as national protocols and guidelines for projects with specific domains related to FAO's work;
• Consolidates the inputs of different national and international consultants to refine the project approach;
• Suggests specific activities and initiatives that will strengthen project delivery, efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability;
• Represents the agriculture related aspects of the project at provincial and district level;
• Conducts a knowledge management exercise on both successful models from international experiences and latest market trends, with the aim of deriving lessons and guidance to refine the project approach;
• Conceptualizes and provides technical backstopping to various wings of Agriculture Departments of Punjab and Sindh provinces to support implementation of project activities;
• Analyses data from the field and different organizations with focus on systems of agricultural production, marketing and support services.

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CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in political sciences, agricultural economics, development economics, rural sociology, food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture (including livestock, forestry and fisheries), or a related field;
• Five years of relevant experience in technical cooperation-related activities, policy advice and analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes;
• Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable;
• Extent and relevance of experience in working with intergovernmental bodies, multidisciplinary teams, and international and donor organizations for implementation of participatory projects;
• Extent and relevance of experience in Climate Smart Agriculture and Water Management preferably with broad ranging skills and capabilities in the management, operation, promotion and development of the horticultural sector, together with exposure of private/public sector partnerships and excellent communication skills;
• Extent and relevance of experience in promoting Climate Smart/resilient Agriculture through innovative thinking, technologies and multisectoral and stakeholder collaboration, are considered prerequisites;
• Extent and relevance of experience with Farmer Field School and similar approaches in mobilizing farmers to adopt new technologies and practices;
• Extent and relevance of experience in analysing natural resources management and related issues;
• Extent and relevance of experience in the preparation of technical and policy reports, guidelines and manuals;
• Ability to mobilize resources is considered a strong asset.
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