Full Time
Posted 3 years ago
Job Title: Emergency Programme Specialist / Area Coordinator
Job Code: 2002717
Location: Damaturu, Yobe
Organizational Unit: FRNIR
Duration: Up to 11 months
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Organizational Setting
- Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative, the direct supervision of the Head of the FAO North East Sub-Office and in close collaboration with the Emergency Programme Coordinator and other relevant units, the Area Coordinator will support the strategic, programmatic and operational aspects of the FAO programme in Yobe and Adamawa States in North East Nigeria.
Reporting Lines:
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- The consultant reports to the Head of the Sub-Office in the North East Nigeria.
Technical Focus:
- FAO programme activities and operations in North East Nigeria are supported in terms of programme definition, coverage and implementation with relevant partners, and are technically sound and responsive to both donor commitments and the needs of affected populations and the sector.
- FAO programme activities and operations in Yobe and Adamawa States are implemented and monitored in a timely and effective manner.
- Food Security in the Areas of Responsibility (AoRs) are continuously analysed and structured and feed into FAO’s programming.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates will be assessed against the following:
- Advanced University degree in Development Studies, Economics, International Relations, Agricultural / Natural Sciences or other relevant field;
- At least five years of experience performing similar functions, particularly in leading a Field Office and in project / programme management;
- Working knowledge of English, both verbal and written and limited knowledge of French or of one of the other FAO official languages.
FAO Core Competencies:
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical / Functional Skills:
- Extent of experience in emergency relief and rehabilitation operations, particularly in the food security and agriculture sector and in interagency coordination;
- Demonstrated experience working in complex environments and / or field level in developing countries;
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex emergency situations;
- Familiarity with the UN system in general, and FAO in particular;
- Demonstrated communication skills in English, both verbal and written;
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team;
- Ability to travel across North East Nigeria as required;
- Extent of familiarity with the region.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Additional Information and Notice
- Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU / UNESCO list
- If you are in possession of language certificate / s from UN accredited external providers and / or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT), please attach the certificate / s when submitting the application.
- 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
- Important Notice: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
Deadline: December 8, 2020
Job Features
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