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Organizational Setting

African SIDS programme area

Reporting Lines

Under the general supervision of the African SIDS Programme Manager, and in consultation with the African SIDS Team and the Technical Network

Technical Focus

Agronomy, agricultural economics, development studies, environmental sciences, business management, international relations, or the like

Tasks and Responsibilities

The consultant in support to African SIDS Programme will:

  • Update the African SIDS Technical Network membership list
  • Map recent and ongoing projects and programmes implemented in African SIDS contributing to 404-Resilient Agri-Food Systems and Better life (4)
  • Prepare workshops, including technical documentation and presentations, lists of participants including partners (IFIs, CSOs, NGOs, UN agencies, Academia, etc.), invitations and confirmation of participation
  • Ensure facilitation of workshops
  • Prepare analytical reports from the workshops
  • Finalize the roadmap and budgeted Work Plan for African SIDS
  • Identify potential partners/donors for resources mobilization by priority area
  • Perform other related duties upon request

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING:

Minimum Requirements

  • Academic qualifications: university degree in a field closely related to FAO’s work (such as agronomy, agricultural economics, development studies, environmental sciences, business management, international relations, or the like)
  • Experience: minimum 3 years of relevant experience in addressing development challenges in SIDS, including agricultural value chains and/or food systems analysis and development, etc.
  • Working knowledge of English (C level) and one FAO language B level for Consultant, for PSA.SBS Working knowledge of English (C level)

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

  • Ability to analyze issues related to food systems in SIDS
  • Analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative methods and tools in support of analytical work
  • Knowledge of FAO and UN operational procedures
  • Computer skills: ability to use relevant computer and internet applications

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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