United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Jobs in Kenya
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) Jobs in Kenya
IntroductionThe main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an 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.
Responsibilities
Liaises and assists government authorities and local, national and international institutions in the areas of FAO's activities in the country and with other UN agencies. He/she may represent FAO at inter-agency meetings as required;
Promotes the image of FAO through advocacy of the Organization's mandate, programmes, national priorities and activities including development and maintenance of communication tools such as website, press releases and publications, and support the implementation of FAO's regulatory framework (Codex Alimentarius, Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, Safe Use of Pesticides, etc.) in the country;
Coordinates the collection, consolidation and maintenance of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries including information on external aid in FAO's corporate systems and monitor changes in national policies affecting the agricultural sector;
Participates in producing technical, economic and policy studies as required and developing country level development frameworks such as the Country Programming Framework (CPF) and the United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF);
Participates in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals and monitor and review the status of programme/project implementation to ensure that all operational activities are carried out in line with the work plan and the project document; identify inconsistencies and delays and, when necessary, propose corrective measures to overcome operational constraints;
Briefs, trains and supervises lower grade level programme staff regarding all aspects of the job. Ensures adherence to procedures
and work requirements and accuracy and diligence of the work provided.
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
National of the country of assignment
Advanced University degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, or any other field related to the work of the Organization
Two years of relevant experience in agricultural development and/or project implementation in an area of FAO's activities in the country
Working knowledge (Level C) of English
Working knowledge of the local language
Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable
Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management
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
Extent and relevance of experience in the field of policy analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development
Extent and relevance of experience in the collection of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries
Extent and relevance of experience in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals as well as programme/project implementation, monitoring and review
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 10th February, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) Jobs in Kenya
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