Aden City, Aden Governorate, Yemen · On-site
Organizational Setting FAO's office for Yemen is responsible for developing, promoting, overseeing and implementing agreed strategies for addressing countrywide food, agriculture and rural development priorities under Ye…
Skills: Natural resources management, Climate change adaptation, Project management, Policy development, Stakeholder engagement
On-site
Organizational Setting The Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (RNE) leads FAO's support to countries in the Region in transforming their agrifood systems to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs…
Skills: Project management, Operational support, Financial reporting, Budget monitoring, Risk management
Seychelles · On-site
Organizational Setting Recruiting by the hiring unit of FAO Madagascar, under the direct supervision of the Deputy FAO Representative in Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, and Seychelles and the technical supervision of the…
Skills: Fisheries management, Fish grading, Post-harvest techniques, Data collection, Data analysis
On-site
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its global mandate and goals and thoug…
Skills: Social protection, Socio-economic analysis, Policy assistance, Capacity building, Project formulation
Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Bagamati Province, Nepal · On-site
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE effi…
Skills: Invasive alien species management, Biodiversity conservation, Ecosystem management, Plant protection, Pest management
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
Organizational Setting The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for the economic, social, institutional, governance and policy aspects of FAO's activities related to fisheries and aquaculture and their…
Skills: Aquaculture, Value chain development, Fisheries management, Data analysis, Policy analysis
Cairo, Cairo, Egypt · On-site
Organizational Setting The main aim of the FAO Country Offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and nutrition a…
Skills: Journalism, Communication, Content Creation, Interviewing, Storytelling
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
FAO's Food and Nutrition Division (ESN) assists Members to improve diets and raise levels of nutrition, as well as provides support with appropriate policies, strategies and methodologies for improving the efficiency and…
Skills: Nutrition research, Data collection, Data analysis, Quantitative surveys, Research design
Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Bagamati Province, Nepal · On-site
Organizational setting FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-qua…
Skills: Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Project Management, Data Analysis, Technical Writing
Bangkok, Thailand · On-site
Organizational setting FAO’s goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members - 194 countries and the Europea…
Skills: Data Collection, Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Project Coordination, Food Loss And Waste Management
Vienna, Austria · On-site
Organizational Setting The Joint FAO/IAEA Centre of Nuclear Techniques in Food and Agriculture (CJN) assists Members of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the International Atomic Energ…
Skills: Project management, Budget planning, Data analysis, Financial analysis, Communication
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE effi…
Skills: Talent management, Performance management, Human resources, Organizational development, Learning and development
Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary · On-site
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE effi…
Skills: Programme coordination, Project implementation, Budget management, Monitoring and reporting, Logistical support
Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland · On-site
Organizational Setting The Liaison Office with the United Nations in Geneva is responsible for the liaison with the Government of Switzerland, the country's civil society and the International Organizations based in Gene…
Skills: Policy dialogue, Agrifood systems, Project management, Technical analysis, Stakeholder engagement
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more effi…
Skills: Communication, Outreach, Digital communications, Event coordination, Technical writing
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
The Finance Division (CSF) recommends and administers financial policies and procedures that meet the highest professional standards; keeps accounts that accurately record financial activities and meet the requirements o…
Skills: Financial analysis, Accounting, Investment analysis, Financial reporting, Internal controls
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
Organizational setting The Markets and Trade Division (EST) monitors and analyses developments and trends in international, regional and national agricultural commodity markets and the factors affecting them, collecting …
Skills: Economic analysis, Quantitative analysis, Data management, Market monitoring, Statistical analysis
Rome, Lazio, Italy · On-site
Organizational setting The Office of the Deputy Director-General (DDG) supports the strategic coordination and oversight functions of the Divisions/Offices/Centres that come under the direct responsibility of the DDG. Th…
Skills: Strategic planning, Project management, Policy development, Operational support, Stakeholder engagement
Cairo, Cairo, Egypt · On-site
Organizational Setting The main aim of the FAO Country Offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and nutrition a…
Skills: Videography, Photography, Multimedia production, Visual storytelling, Video editing
Belgrade, Central Serbia, Serbia · On-site
Organizational Setting Aligned with national priorities for the Sustainable Development Goals, FAO in Serbia focuses its activities to accelerate action towards sustainable agriculture. Jointly with partners, FAO works o…
Skills: Project management, Agricultural economics, Rural development, Stakeholder engagement, Investment pipeline development
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The Technical Project Specialist will oversee the implementation of GEF7 project activities, ensuring alignment with objectives and scientific standards. They will manage partnerships with government institutions, prepare progress reports, and facilitate project steering committee meetings.
Candidates must hold an advanced university degree in natural resources management, climate change, or a related field. A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience and proficiency in both English and Arabic are required.
Organizational Setting
FAO's office for Yemen is responsible for developing, promoting, overseeing and implementing agreed strategies for addressing countrywide food, agriculture and rural development priorities under Yemen. It develops and maintains relations with the relevant Ministries at country level. The 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.
Reporting Lines
The Project Technical Specialist will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative (FAOR) in Yemen and the technical direction of the GEF project technical advisor.
Technical Focus
The Project Technical Specialist will be hired to support FAO Yemen in implementing the GEF7 project, currently under implementation.
Tasks and responsibilities
• Conduct a comprehensive review of proposed project activities to ensure it align with the project objective.
• Provide technical expertise to refine project activities in accordance with the project’s goals.
• Ensure the integration of scientific and technical knowledge in the execution of project activities.
• Ensure smooth partnership and communication between the FAO project team and key partners, including the Ministry of Water and Environment, Environment Protection Authority, and the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation.
• Provide technical support in the preparation of Project Progress Reports (PPR), as well as Projects Implementation Reports (PIR) and final reports and ensuring they reflect accurate and up-to-date information on project activities.
• resolve any challenges that may arise during the project implementation.
• Address stakeholder concerns and incorporate their feedback into project planning and execution.
• Prepare the OPIM action plan highlighting how the EPA seeks to address HACT assessment weaknesses, and where additional EPA capacity development needed, through the GEF project.
• Attend monthly meetings with FAO operations and project management colleagues working on this GEF7 project.
• Contribute to the annual reporting (PIR) of this project to the GEF, to be able to lead on this once the project gets executed by the EPA.
• Contribute to review Terms of Reference of implementation partners including government institutions developed and provide inputs.
• Organize and attend all meetings of the project steering committee.
• Together with the project manager, review produced quality of technical deliverables.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in natural resources management, climate change, and policy (or closely related field).
• At least five years of relevant experience in natural resources management, climate change adaptation.
• Working knowledge of English and Arabic, both written and spoken is required.
• National of Yemen or resident of the country with valid work permit
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Technical background in policymaking and or providing guidance on environment and climate change mitigation to policymakers.
• Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills in English.
• Demonstrated experience in climate change mitigation related technical activities
• Familiarity with UN/ INGO’s system, procedures and operational activities.
• Relevant experience in conflict-affected countries is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex topics to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
Working for a sustainable world and secure #FutureofFood for all. Our actions are our future.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
Offices: Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, Rome, Lazio 00153, IT
Working for a sustainable world and secure #FutureofFood for all. Our actions are our future.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
Offices: Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, Rome, Lazio 00153, IT
