International Consultant on Potato Cultivar Registration

Home Based - May require travel

Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Location: Home Based - May require travel
Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Refugee rights and well-being
- FEUZB
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

FAO is providing technical support to the Government of Uzbekistan under Technical Co-operation Project, “TCP /UZB/3805: Recovery and development of the potato sector in response to COVID-19” in collaborations with the Ministry of Agriculture. The project will contribute to the development of sustainable potato production system, based on knowledge and good practices.

Reporting Lines

The International Consultant on Potato Cultivar Registration will work under overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Uzbekistan, the technical supervision of the REU Agricultural Officer.

Technical Focus

Potato cultivar testing and registration, development of training materials, capacity building and training

Tasks and responsibilities

The International Consultant on Potato Cultivar Registration will have the following duties:

review and discuss with national partners current potato cultivar registration system and identify gaps
discuss the needs for the enhancement of procedures and facilities for the registration system and agree on directions towards its enhancement
draft the proposals of enhanced procedures
review the proposals of enhancements to the system of potato cultivar registration
discuss and agree the enhanced procedures for potato cultivar testing and registration
develop training materials for trainings on seed potato production, certification and pest control, for seed certification inspectors

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

Advanced university degree in Agronomy or Horticulture Science and management, or related field
Have at least 7 years extensive experience in integrated potato production systems and cultivar testing and registration
Working knowledge of English, and limited knowledge of one of the other FAO languages for Consultants. Working knowledge of English in the case of PSA.SBS.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Extent and relevance of experience in climate resilient and sustainable agricultural production management practices and improve technologies.
Work experience in Central Asia would be an asset
Ability to plan and organize own work, deliver results and meet deadlines
Ability to write clear and concise technical documents
Excellent communication skills in English and strong computer, report writing, and presentation skills.
International experience with FAO, and other international agencies will be advantage
Technical and practical knowledge on establishments of pilot demonstrations of improve practices, and conducting farmers training.