Job Posting: 13/Jan/2025
Closure Date: 27/Jan/2025, 4:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: REU
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: Consultant
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Hungary-Budapest
Duration: Up to 11 months
Post Number: N/A

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
• FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in social, business administration, agricultural, environmental science, ecology and natural resources management, or another field relevant to the work of the Organization
• Seven years of relevant experience in project coordinating/ programme management in international organizations
• Working knowledge of English and Russian

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work
• Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management
• Extent and relevance of experience in operational and administrative tasks, particularly in event organization and budget administration.
• Working experience with ministries, institutions at country level
• Capacity to adopt new approaches and practices as well as demonstrated commitment in promoting participatory and bottom-up approaches;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Familiarity with the environmental and social safeguard requirements of the FAO;
• Knowledge or ability to understand FAO Rules and Regulations;
• Extent and relevance of experience or knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: environmental sustainability, green policies, green agriculture;
• Extent and relevance of experience in leading and preparing flagship publications, quality of analytical writing and oral communication skills, including publication record;
• Working experience in Europe and Central Asia region
• Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines and project/programme management procedures, preferably those adopted by the United Nations or FAO
• Ability to effectively coordinate a large, multi-stakeholder project
  Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

• Oversee the day-to-day project management and implementation, ensuring timely delivery of project outputs and adherence to budgetary constraints;
• Coordinate the work of consultants and project personnel, providing guidance and supervision to ensure high-quality outputs;
• Develop and/or review Terms of Reference of affiliate workforce and ensure compliance with current standards and regulations.
• Coordinate actions with FAO regional offices (RLC, RNE, RAF, RAP and RNE) to achieve project goals;
• Oversee the improvement of the Regional Technical platform in coordination with relevant departments;
• Oversee preparation of the e-learning course on green agriculture;
• Prepare and update annual work plans, facilitating the smooth implementation of the project;
• Plan, budget and organize conferences, webinars, and study tours in collaboration with the project team;
• Engage with regional and national stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, and practitioners, to enhance collaboration and knowledge-sharing;
• Lead the preparation of project reports, including inception, semi-annual, and terminal reports, providing comprehensive updates on project progress, challenges, and recommendations;
• Ensure effective financial management, including preparing financial forecasts and monitoring expenditures;
• Facilitate the work of international and national consultants, ensuring their contributions meet project requirements and are delivered on time;
• Organize and participate in meetings with the project team, expert working group, and other relevant bodies, ensuring effective communication and coordination among stakeholders;
• Conduct impact assessments and document lessons learned to inform future projects and initiatives;
• Promote the visibility of the project through the preparation and dissemination of awareness-raising materials;
• Supervise the maintenance of project records, ensuring accurate and timely reporting;
• Perform other duties as required to ensure the successful implementation of the project and regional priority program on Natural Resources (RPP-NR);