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International Consultant in Operations / Project Management

Tbilisi

  • Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
  • Location: Tbilisi
  • Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Operations and Administrations
    • Project and Programme Management
    • FEGEO
  • 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 position is located at the FAO Representation in Georgia. The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by the 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.

Reporting Lines


The International Consultant in Operations / Project Management shall operate under the overall guidance and responsibility of the Regional Programme Leader and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator, and in close collaboration with the other international and national consultants giving full or part time support to the project.

Technical Focus

The incumbent will support the operations, management, technical support and coordination of FAO projects in Abkhazia, Georgia.

Tasks and responsibilities

  • Assist Budget Holder in management and operations of the FAO funded projects in Abkhazia, Georgia

  • Assist Programme Coordinator in the development of the programme of EU funded projects in Abkhazia, Georgia

  • Prepare project task force meetings and ensure the secretariat of such meetings;

  • Ensure the timely provision of project inputs (personnel, technical support services, sub-contracts, training, equipment and supplies) directly by the Organization or, when appropriate, through contractors, and by liaising with other' support units;

  • Participate in the preparation of project work plans, monitor progress and, where necessary, identify corrective measures to overcome operational constraints;

  • Review and monitor project budget and prepare requests and revisions as required; maintains and alerts about budget expenditures and resources; reviews project' transaction listings with a view to identifying errors in accounting against budget lines;

  • Prepare and submit the Project Implementation Reports (Narrative and Financial) and any other reports required by the Organization;

  • Ensure the complete and quality of data and documentation in the FAO corporate systems for all assigned operational field projects/activities;

  • Contribute to the formulation of project proposals according to FAO's procedures and prepare project documents for technical clearance and final approval under different' funding arrangements.

  • Contribute to the collection of relevant information related to agricultural and rural development,

  • Support consultations with stakeholders of the projects and contribute to the assessment reports

  • Contribute to building collaborations and partnerships
  • Maintain close communication with the de facto MoA regarding FAO projects for Abkhazia, Georgia

  • Perform other duties as required
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
  • Advanced university degree in agriculture or a related field

  • Two years of relevant experience in project or programme management, administration or related area

  • Quality of both oral and written communication skills;
  • Working knowledge of English and Russian is required.

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

    Technical/Functional Skills
  • Extent and relevance of experience and skills in programme/project formulation, analysis, planning and implementation at country and regional levels,

  • Extent of knowledge of administrative, operational and financial procedures related to project management and operations

  • Extent of knowledge of planning and budgetary processes and associated tools

  • Understanding of FAO policies and programmes is considered a strong asset


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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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