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Food Security Integrated Approach Program-Component Coordinator

Organizational Setting The GEF Integrated Approach Pilot (IAP) Strategy comprises three programmes that were agreed as part of the sixth replenishment of the GEF Fostering Sustainability and Resilience for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa , Sustainable Cities , and Taking Deforestation out of Commodity Supply Chains .The Food Security Integrated Programme (FS-IAP) targets agro-ecological systems in the drylands of Sub Saharan Africa (SSA) where the need to enhance food security is directly linked to opportunities for generating local and global environmental benefits. The FS-IAP Programme seeks to contribute to a paradigm shift in African Agriculture in the context of policy debates about how to feed a rapidly expanding population, one which emphasizes the importance of natural capital and ecosystem services.The intention of the FS-IAP is to demonstrate how these principles can be applied in practice across a range of contexts in SSA, with a focus on identifying proven multi-benefit practices, which can be scaled up; while promoting an enabling environment for scaling up via engagement of key decision makers at various scales. The FS-IAP consists of 12 individual country projects (being implemented in Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Swaziland, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria, Uganda, Ghana, Ethiopia, Burundi) and an overarching regional project to support the country projects.The Regional FS-IAP Project Has Three Components As Follows1: Create and/or strengthen integrated institutional frameworks and mechanisms for scaling up proven multi-benefit approaches2: Scaling up integrated approaches and practices3: Monitoring and assessment of global environmental benefits and agro-ecosystem resilience Reporting Lines The consultant will work under the supervision of the Project Budget Holder and the FAO Lead Technical Officer (LTO) together with designated Project Task Force members. In close consultation with UN Environment Focal person for Component 1, and the other members of the FS-IAP Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) based at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), the consultant will lead the establishment and implementation of a ‘Science and Policy Interface’ (SPI). He will facilitate liaison between the Programme Coordination Unit based at ICRAF, FAO and UNEP. Technical Focus The overall objective of the SPI is to identify and document best practices of:

National policies and strategies for Integrated Natural Resource Management (INRM) and Sustainable Land Management (SLM) and their linkages to food security;
Mechanisms for mainstreaming INRM/SLM that include agrobiodiversity and ecosystem services for food security;
Sustainable and innovative financial mechanisms and market opportunities for scaling-up.

The SPI will function as a multi-stakeholder knowledge exchange mechanism between IAP 12 countries and existing and relevant scientific and policy platforms and initiatives in the region that support innovation for sustainability and resilience of agricultural ecosystems at country and regional levels. In addition, the SPI will support countries participating in the FS-IAP on specific topics on a needs-basis, or by request of and funding by the country (child) projects.Tasks And ResponsibilitiesThe international consultant will be responsible for the implementation of the first component of the regional project, jointly co-managed by FAO and UN Environment in partnership with a range of other actors. The component will help to address institutional and policy barriers that prevent the inclusion of ecosystem services-aware approaches into policies and investments for food security, improved and sustainable smallholder agriculture and food value chains.Specifically, the international consultant will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:Coordination And Implementation Activities

Prepare and submit to the PCU the terms of reference, letters of agreements, work plans and other relevant documents for the establishment of the SPI, based on the consultation report prepared by Ms Anne C. Woodfine;
Provide technical inputs to the preparation of regional workshops, training materials and publications required for Component 1 of the project;
Organize workshops as may be determined by the PCU and stakeholders in support of project implementation;
Provide support to the implementation of other project components, in particular to aid linkage with the sub-component 2.2;
Support the management of the component 1’s budget in accordance with the agreed work plan and approved disbursal of project funds;
Act as focal point for liaison with co-financing partners in order to secure the committed in-kind and in-cash contributions for the Component 1’s delivery;
Participate in missions to the project implementing countries and provide backstopping assistances that may include the organization of in-country meetings with beneficiaries and relevant institutions; and
Prepare a report on the consultancy assignment

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements

Advanced university degree in agriculture, environment or natural resource management or any other subject related to the mandate of the Organization.
Seven years of relevant experience with international projects in the Region, preferably as team leader or project coordinator on themes focused on sustainable food and agriculture, natural resource management, environmental conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of one of the other two or Arabic, Chinese, Russian.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work
Extent and relevance of experience in coordination of multi-stakeholder platforms
Extent and relevance of experience in institutional and policy arrangements to support the adoption of ecosystem service- aware practices, such as sustainable land management (SLM) programmes and agro-environmental science based policy support processes
Working knowledge of both English and French is highly desirable
Availability for frequent travels
Demonstrated strong communication skills

Selection Criteria

Extent of involvement in project management and stakeholder coordination with focus on food security, resilience, SLM/INRM and sustainable agriculture
Familiarity with farmers adoption barriers to sustainable practices and capacity to propose ways of overcoming them (knowledge, policies, incentives)
Relevance of experience in capacity development assessments and/or in implementation of multi-stakeholder process and platforms on sustainable agriculture, preferably in Africa
Familiarity with policy support and advice on sustainable agriculture related strategies and planning frames
Ability to work with senior government officials, research institutes, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and local communities, etc. particularly in African settings
Proven team player able to work effectively across cultures and within and across organizations
Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to build on existing knowledge to develop new approaches

October 26, 2024
Communications and Outreach Associate

Reporting Lines Under the overall direction and supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the Resilience Coordinator (RTEA), the Communications and Outreach Associate will provide strategic direction and communication support to enhance visibility of FAO’s programme in the country and region covered under RTEA. In regular consultation and coordination with the communication focal points of the Regional Office for Africa, Office of Corporate Communications, and the Sub-regional Office of East Africa. Technical Focus The consultant will ensure the development and implementation of the country communication strategy. Activities and output under the strategies need coordination and coherence with the organizational/corporate communication policy and operational guidelines.Tasks And Responsibilities

Support and coordinate all RTEAs communication, outreach, mapping/dashboards and graphic design needs.
In liaison with RTEA technical officers, be responsible for compiling and preparing country and regional Fall Armyworm dashboards seasonally.
Support the design and implementation of communication/outreach/advocacy activities related to RTEAs resilience programme in the region, ensuring they are in line with FAO’s corporate communication policy and strategy
Support the conceptual and graphic design, production and dissemination of quality communication products including news, human interest stories, fact sheets, donor briefs, project updates, briefings and press releases;
Assist in identifying and packaging feature stories and other material to be profiled through sub-regional, regional and HQ offices to facilitate advocacy and fund-raising activities;
Support RTEA project managers to successfully ensure project communication and visibility as per donor requirements.
Assist in editing and review of project reports ensuring adherence to FAO and donor formats.
Assist with the planning and executing communications events, including media, and photographic missions.
Travel, as needed, to support communication, advocacy and outreach at country level or in relation to sub-regional programmes.
Monitor the media coverage on resilience issues in the sub-region related to RTEAs programme.
Assist in developing and feeding information to RTEA associated websites and social media platforms; Other related duties, as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements

Secondary education or University degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or related field
10 years of relevant professional experience in communication, public relations and/or media with Secondary Education or 6 years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s degree;
Fluency in English, with excellent writing skills
National of Kenya

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in the Africa region, is desirable
Extent and relevance of knowledge and field experience in a technical area of assignment listed above
Extent and relevance of knowledge in the developing and implementing effective media and communication materials in support of outreach and visibility;
Extent and relevance of knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations, regional entities and national governments
Demonstrated ability in communication, public relations and/or media outreach
Good judgment and ability to organize office work and prepare correspondence on own initiative.
Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing effective media and communication materials in support of outreach and visibility
Demonstrated experience in basic GIS/mapping and graphic design.
Excellent organizational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines;
Excellent IT skills, including experience in working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Publisher), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) as well as working with multi-media products.
Good understanding of humanitarian/development and resilience issues of East Africa.

Additional Information

FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: Careers@fao.org
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications
For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

October 26, 2024
National Coordinator for Decent Rural Youth Employment Social Protection Specialist

Organizational Setting 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.The position is located in the FAO Representation in Kenya Background The Integrated Country Approach Programme is geared towards sustainable policy change and places emphasis on strengthening the capacities of national institutions responsible for agriculture and labour to promote decent rural employment, including through private-public partnerships and multi-stakeholder mechanisms. At country level, the approach aims in particular at enhancing the employment content of national strategies, policies and programmes for agricultural and rural development in order to optimize the contribution of the sector to improve the quantity as well as the quality of rural jobs. The approach is strongly focused on youth employment creation in agricultural food systems and value chain development, but also takes into account access to agri-finance, occupational safety and health, migration, youth engagement and digital tools.In Kenya, during the 4 years of implementation, the programme will focus on the following strategic entry points:

Policy/programmatic coordination around the youth in agribusiness strategy and linked to the forthcoming youth policy
Support youth organizations, groups and networking
Identification of youth role models and champions/mentorship
Youth access to agri-finance
Alternative means of accessing land for the youth
Assess VC opportunities, and promote youth access to agribusiness training, market and private sector collaboration (in priority counties to be selected)

Reporting Lines The National Coordinator for Decent Rural Youth Employment will work under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Kenya and Assistant FAO Representative (Programmes); direct supervision of the sub-programme team leader – Inclusive Value Chains and technical supervision of the International Coordinator based in the Social Policies and Rural Institutions Division (ESP). The national coordinator will responsible for the day-to-day technical leadership and coordination for the project on “Integrated Country Approach (ICA) for boosting decent jobs for youth in the agri-food system”. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with the relevant colleagues in the ESP/Decent Rural Employment Team (DRET) and FAO Kenya country office; as well as relevant UN agencies (e.g. ILO, UNDP, etc.) and in close consultation with the Ministries responsible for Agriculture, Labour, Youth, Gender, etc.Tasks And Responsibilities

In close coordination with the international Project Coordinator, and based on the results and activities presented in the project log frame, support the implementation and M&E of project activities including contributing to the development of annual work plans, activity requests and calendars;
Oversee the process of policy dialogue with the national partners of the project and key agriculture, employment and rural development stakeholders;
Actively participate in meetings, workshops and any other relevant events organized by the national partners of the project and key agriculture, employment and rural development stakeholders;
Manage the day to day implementation of the project activities, including support to organizing periodic meetings and workshops/trainings, in collaboration with the FAO representation in that country, government, and its institutions, UN agencies as well as other relevant stakeholders;
Provide technical inputs to key national stakeholders in the processes of revision of existing or formulation of new policies, strategies, plans and programmes around youth employment in agriculture, agribusiness, value chain development, access to agri-finance and private sector engagement;
Prepare and submit report on progress of project implementation at national level on a quarterly basis, liaising with national partners;
Coordinate and assist the missions and trainings conducted by international consultants and FAO staff by processing the administrative procedures and coordination with relevant governmental agencies, UN agencies and national stakeholders;
Ensure the adoption of a sound project communication strategy, including by assisting in the development of information materials, to guarantee adequate access to information for all relevant stakeholders through different communication means;
Collaborate and support other youth-related Programmes and projects within the FAO work programme and beyond that may bring collaborations and partnerships with the ICA project. The support may range from technical input into the development of related projects and supporting related missions among others;
Contribute to the FAO Policy Database on Productive Employment and Decent Work by generating new entries and suggesting news;
Coordinate an assessment of the presence of Indigenous Peoples inside or close to the project area and, if relevant, coordinate, document and act as a focal point for the Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) process throughout the different phases of the project in compliance with the relevant FAO Internal policies and procedures;
In collaboration with the Decent Rural Employment Team, coordinate and act as a national focal point for establishing and implementing the project’s grievance mechanism, which is culturally appropriate and compliant with the relevant FAO policies and procedures, including receiving, assessing and registering complaints, interacting with complainants as required, ensuring complaints’ resolution at the project- or higher level of the grievance mechanism (Lead technical Unit, FAOR, or Regional Office), and documenting the process, all in compliance with the rules agreed with stakeholders and with the relevant FAO internal procedures;

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements

Advanced University Degree in Economics, Agricultural or Development Economics, Development Studies, Social Science or related fields.
Minimum of 7 years of experience working on agriculture and decent rural employment and/or youth employment issues
Fluent in both written and spoken English.
National of Kenya.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Prior experience around the topics of (youth) employment in agribusiness, agricultural value chain development and private sector engagement;
Prior experience in policy assistance and/or programme management in the field of agriculture or rural development and/ or employment and entrepreneurship policies and programmes, with a special focus on youth policies and programmes;
Detailed knowledge and understanding of the principles of results-based management and capacity to develop plans, organize resources and take actions to ensure objectives achieved within realistic time lines
Good understanding of the government structure and experience in working with the government agencies.
High degree of team ethic and dynamic personality
Good communication skills.

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October 26, 2024
Intergrated Innovative Food Systems Expert

Contract type: National Project Personnel (NPP)
Grade: SC8
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 12 months
The position is located in the FAO Representation in Kenya
Reporting Lines
The Intergrated Innovative Food Systems Expert will work under the overall supervision of FAOR and direct supervision of the Sub Programme Team Leader for Strengthening inclusive value chains.
Technical Focus
The general objective of this assignment is to serve as the technical focal point for implementation of the Integrated actions for innovative food systems across rural-urban communities’ project.
Through the implementation, it is expected that the project will ultimately achieve the goal of improving access and availability of safe, healthy and nutritious food for rural and urban populations through promoting food systems innovation, entrepreneurship, fostering food systems related job activities for vulnerable groups and strengthening the urban-rural linkages.

October 26, 2024
Value Chain and Business Development Specialist -SC10 Lands Office Assistant

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.
The post is located in the FAO Representation Office in Kenya.
Reporting Lines
The Value Chain and Business Development Specialist will work under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Kenya and Programme Coordinator; and direct supervision of the Sub Programme Team Leader – Inclusive Value Chains. The Value Chain & Business Development Specialist will be responsible for providing technical leadership to FAO Kenya’s work on youth and agribusiness under the project “reducing the adverse drivers of migration through local value chain development”. In addition to this role the specialist will also provide strategic advice and guidance on the design, development and implementation of an Inclusive Livestock Value Chain Program.
Technical Focus
Agribusiness and Value Chain Development.
Tasks and responsibilities

Develop and pilot models for engagement of the youth in agribusiness.
Oversee the assessment of selected value chains with a view of identifying opportunities for market driven production and coordinate the implementation of project activities on agri-business development.
Identify training needs and design training-of-trainers and frontline training programmes in collaboration with project partners and service providers in aspects of market-oriented production, business management, marketing and value addition.
Lead and coordinate agribusiness training for related youth groups including business development /enterprise management as well as financial literacy.
Link youth groups and individual youth enterprises to markets.
Strengthen producer organizations/small and medium agricultural enterprises/agricultural service providers through business incubation to foster entrepreneurship and value addition initiatives.
Support resource mobilization for the implementation and potential scale up of the project.
Contribute to periodic official reports according to project requirement/deadlines and donor related requests.
In relation to Livestock, the incumbent will;
Work with a team of Livestock professionals in designing a comprehensive Livestock Program.
He/she will also support the resource mobilisation efforts for the Livestock sector.
He/she will also support the implementation of value chain related initiatives in the Livestock sector.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements

Advanced university degree in agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural economics or a related field
8 – 10 years of relevant experience in providing advice and support to senior management within government.
Working knowledge of English and Kiswahili
National of Kenya

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Extent and relevance of experience in agriculture related emergency response and provision advice to high levels of government
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with the public sector
Demonstrated ability to influence decision making
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Experience and knowledge of FAO’s procedures is an advantage

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October 26, 2024
Technical Adviser Local Innovation Facilitator

Organizational Setting
The Regional Office for Africa (RAF) is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO’s priority activities in the region. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the Organization in the region and, in collaboration with departments and divisions at headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO’s strategic response to regional priorities. RAF also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization’s Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region, monitors the level of programme implementation and draws attention to problems and deficiencies. RAF develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs). The Regional Office supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region. The Technical Adviser provides technical leadership assistance to the Food Security Integrated Programme (FS-IAP). The FS-IAP targets agro-ecological systems in the drylands of Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) where the need to enhance food security is directly linked to opportunities for generating local and global environmental benefits. The FS-IAP seeks to contribute to a paradigm shift in African agriculture in the context of policy debates about how to feed a rapidly expanding population, one that emphasizes the importance of natural capital and ecosystem services.
Reporting Lines
The Technical Adviser reports to the Chief Technical Adviser (Lead Technical Officer-LTO). He/she will facilitate liaison between the Programme Coordination Unit (PCU), FAO and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and will coordinate the Regional project activities in the countries in accordance with the t expected outcomes as stipulated in the project document.
Key ResultsComprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of departmental/divisional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with departmental/divisional objectives and FAO Strategic Objectives.
Key Functions

Provides technical leadership assistance on the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned Regional programmes/projects; assists in the review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, liaises with relevant parties; identifies follow-up actions;
Assists in the coordination of programmes and reviews the assessments of issues and trends for the implementation of programmes and projects and the preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies;
Assists/supervises preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications;
Contributes to consultative and other meetings, conferences, including proposals for agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations;
Participates in activities such as structuring of training workshops, seminars; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities;Leads field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties;
Provides advice to the Chief Technical Adviser regarding the development of policies and strategies, as well as national protocols and guidelines for projects with specific domains related to FAO’s work.

Specific Functions

Provides scientific and technical leadership and backstopping to the project teams;Sets up partnerships with policy fora, research and practitioners initiatives in Africa to facilitate policy and science platforms on Integrated Natural Resources Management, land degradation and their nexus with food security and sustainable agriculture;
Provides technical inputs to the preparation of Component 1 flagship publications, regional workshops and training materials;
Reviews the needs analysis of the 12 countries, initially undertaken during the design phase to identify priority themes to be addressed;
Contributes to the development of terms of reference, letters of agreements, work plans in relation to the component implementation and supervises the management of the
Component budget in accordance with the agreed work plan and approved disbursal of project funds;
Prepares progress and final mission/terminal reports to the PCU and Project Steering Committee based on close consultations with all relevant partners;
Performs other duties as required.

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October 26, 2024
Communication Consultant

Vacancy Announcement: 181077
Contract type: Personal Service Agreement (PSA)
Duration: 11 months
Reporting line: The Communication Consultant will work under the overall direction and supervision of the FAO Representative, the Communication Consultant will provide strategic direction and communication support to enhance visibility of FAO’s programme in Kenya.
They consultant will be in regular consultation and coordination with the communication focal points of the Regional Office for Africa, Office of Corporate Communications. and the Sub-regional Office of East Africa.
Technical Focus
The consultant will ensure the development and implementation of the country communication strategy. Activities and output under the strategies need coordination and coherence with the organizational/corporate communication policy and operational guidelines.
Tasks and responsibilities

Develop and implement country specific communication strategy by identifying stakeholders, goals, objectives and timelines and consulting with thematic and technical teams.
Comply with the FAO corporate and regional communication strategies and closely coordinate plans and activities with the Regional Communication Officer.
Develop communication plans for specific activities and target key messages tailored to certain audience (including donors, beneficiaries, partners, and the public), and disseminate information efficiently and effectively.
Coordinate, produce and disseminate communication and advocacy materials, including brochures, human interest stories, posters and other visibility products in close coordination with focal points in RAF and in observance of corporate and branding guidelines.
Develop a media database and partnerships with media organizations and journalists; interact and pitch stories of interest; organize media field visits.
Coordinate media engagement during events and missions and collect visual and audio footage for archiving of events and missions.
Create policy briefs and other strategic communication publications.
Draft press releases and talking points; organize press conferences; prepare media kits; provide information to querying journalists; manage flagship FAO events (e.g.,
World Food Day, project launches, workshops, etc.).
Cover high-level and high-visibility events; ensure media coverage and disseminate live information to highlight messages.
Produce content for online and social media channels such as the website, Flickr, Twitter, etc. Write and edit web posts and ensure content is interesting and visually appealing. Increase FAO Kenya’s social media engagement and feature stories that will appeal to audience.
Work closely and train colleagues as communication champions and how to deal with the media by providing key messages and basic tips on media engagement.
Participate and represent FAO in inter-agency communication meetings (UN Communication Group) and ensure FAO representation and participation in UN events.
Monitor communication plans and address gaps to improve effectiveness and quality.
Coordinate production of stories from the field such as documentaries and photo essays; this includes drafting TORs for production team, writing script, conducting interviews, managing vendors, arranging logistics, etc.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum Requirements

University degree in communications, public relations or other relevant qualification.
5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level.
Working knowledge of English, communication skills, ability to operate under pressure.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in the Africa region, is desirable
Extent and relevance of knowledge and field experience in a technical area of assignment listed above
Extent and relevance of experience in providing policy advice at local, national, or regional levels
Extent and relevance of knowledge in the implementation of international instruments related to pertinent field of expertise
Extent and relevance of experience in project/programme formulation, implementation and monitoring in the pertinent field of expertise
Extent and relevance of knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations, regional entities and national governments
Demonstrated ability to organize and conduct technical meetings, conferences and workshops when applicable
Good judgment and ability to organize office work and prepare correspondence on own initiative.
Knowledge and experience with communication for development tools.
Proven knowledge of graphic design.
Great understanding of overall organizational strategies and alignment of communication strategy to the same.
Hands-on experience in journalism or public relations.
Reporting and briefing skills is an additional asset to the position

October 26, 2024
County Programme Specialist Field Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Organizational Setting
The post is located in the FAO Representation in Kenya.
The County Programme Officer is recruited to spearhead implementation of a USAID funded project which is on Increasing Smallholder Productivity and Profitability (ISPP) and implemented by FAO-Kenya in five counties – Machakos, Makueni, Taita Taveta, Tharaka Nithi and Kitui. The project officer shall be based in FAO’s field officer at Machakos County within the offices of the department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries.
Reporting Lines
The County Programme Officer will be under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Manager and Programme Coordinator
Technical Focus
Provide both technical coordination and operational support to the county governments on agriculture development and in line with FAO’s country programme framework
Tasks and responsibilities
The County Programme Officer (CPO) is expected to undertake the following functions among others:

Work closely with the County Government and the department of Agriculture in the Implementation of the ISPP project;
Support county agricultural and nutrition officers and partners in building capacity within the framework of FAO and USAID delivery modalities;
Undertake to collect data on key USAID and FAO outcome indicators
Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders and initiatives at county level while identifying synergistic opportunities for collaboration;
Actively participate in the updating of the County project management unit/coordination fora at the county on project progress
Work closely with the public and private extension workers and the farmer associations (e.g. Water Users Association), cooperatives in selected counties to ensure consistency and quality of their extension work;
Provide hands-on agronomical/technical support to the farmer cooperatives/groups and public and private extension workers;
Organize regular meetings with component partners at field level to enhance experience sharing and upscaling of successes;
In coordination with M&E officer, take lead in coordination of regular data collection, verification and progress monitoring of project activities;
Timely submit to the Project Manager the monthly progress reports, work and travel plans on the program implementation at the respective counties;
Perform other duties as required by FAOR and his assignees

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements

At least University degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Agribusiness or Agriculture economics or any other related field
6-7 years of relevant working experience with University Degree or 3-4 years relevant working experience with Advanced University Degree.
Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of local languages.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in similar position, particularly project management that relates to improving rural livelihoods in partnership with community and sub-national organization
Relevant and extent of experience in technical coordination and operational support to the agricultural field offices
Experience in linking producers-micro-financial organizations-agricultural market and development issues
Working knowledge of UN agencies and their co-mandate in host counties
Conversancy with key sustainable development goals in agricultural sector

Selection Criteria

Good knowledge of administration functions.
Experience in working with UN bodies and/or on USAID projects.
Computer proficiency and especially data collection applications.
Good judgment and ability to organize office work and prepare correspondence on own initiative.
Willingness to work as a team member and attention to detail.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO does not charge a 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.
Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
Candidates with acceptable language certificate/s should upload them when submitting their application. For details, visit http://www.fao.org/3/I8446EN/i8446en.pdf
For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
For further information on categories, contract duration and honoraria, please refer to the Conditions page.

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October 26, 2024
Field School Master Trainer

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.
The post is located in the FAO Representation in Kenya.
Background
About one third of officially registered refugees in Kenya are hosted in Turkana County, specifically in Kakuma Refugee Camp. Initially set up for 100,000 people, as of 2016, Kakuma hosts about 163,192 refugees and asylum seekers, representing about 15% of the total population of Turkana County. To accommodate the increasing number of refugees in Kakuma, the County Government of Turkana allocated some 1,500 hectares of land in Kalobeyei for a new settlement on 19th June 2015. The Government of Kenya, the County government of Turkana and all key stakeholders agreed to use the land to develop a settlement that will promote the self-reliance of refugees and host communities by providing them with better livelihoods opportunities and integrated services and thus the KISEDP concept was born.
The objective of KISEDP is “to create an evidence-based, innovative and sustainable development and protection solution for refugees and host communities in Kalobeyei through the establishment of an integrated settlement area, in which refugees and the host community live together peacefully, have access to social services and develop economic ties to build sustainable livelihoods”. For FAO the expected project outcome is “Support host communities and refugees to increasingly be able to ensure their own food and nutrition security”
Under this outcome one of the outputs is “Establishment of Field Schools amongst the refugee and host communities” where the key activities include: establishment of 22 farmers’ schools within the Kalobeyei settlement, 34 pastoralists and livestock field schools amongst the host communities and 6 Junior farmer field and lives skills in Kalobeyei and its environs.
The overall outcome expected from these activities is improved nutrition and improvements in incomes from agricultural activities for 2500 host and host community members.
Reporting Lines
The Field School Master Trainer Officer will work under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Kenya, the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator, the direct technical supervision of the Project Manager RDPP – KISEDP and in close collaboration with the Head of FAO Kenya Turkana County Office.
Technical Focus
The Field School Master Trainer Officer will support the implementation of field schools and community based saving and loaning activities in Turkana West Sub-county and Turkana County in general under FAO Kenya’s KISEDP – EUTF.
Tasks and responsibilities
Be responsible for overseeing field implementation of KISEDP – EUTF activities in Turkana west sub-county of Turkana but when required for the specific sites in other parts
Specific Objectives:

The officer will take the lead in field implementation of the following components of the KISEDP project:
Follow up and monitor the performance of all field schools established under KISEDP in the Kalobeyei refugees settlements and wider Turkana West Sub-county of Turkana (UNJP/KEN/086/EC)
Support the establishment of table banking activities for groups targeted under KISEDP in the targeted 10 irrigated areas in the wider Turkana County
Oversee the day to day issues related to management of the proposed 400 hectares agricultural land and other crop production activities within the refugee settlement
Day to day management of the Kakuma field office
Provide monthly reports on progress of project implementation
Perform any other duties as assigned

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements

National of Kenya.
University degree in social work, community development or related fields
At least 5 years of proven experience as a Master trainer in Field Schools Approach, experience working in Turkana will be an added advantage
Working knowledge of English and ability to communicate in Turkana

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Excellent at community mobilization
Strong organizational skills and office management skills

Additional Selection Criteria
Previous experience working with the UN or International Organization will be an added advantage
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO,
Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FAO does not charge a 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 recognised in the IAU/UNESCO list.
Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
Candidates with acceptable language certificate/s should upload them when submitting their application. For details, visit http://www.fao.org/3/I8446EN/i8446en.pdf
For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
For further information on categories, contract duration and honoraria, please refer to the Conditions page.

October 25, 2024
Communication Officer

Vacancy Announcement: VA-003-2018
Contract type: National Project Personnel (NPP)
Grade: SC8
Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension
Closing Date: 3 April 2018
The post is located in the FAO Representation in Kenya.
Reporting line: The Communication Officer will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Kenya, the direct supervision of the Land Programme Manager.
She/he will work in close collaboration with other project staff, national project partners, and Communications Officers at sub—regional and regional level to ensure coherence with FAO’s corporate communication policy and operational guidelines for all communication and information outputs.
Technical Focus: The Communication officer will be responsible for the development of publishing materials as part of the Communication and Outreach strategy for FAO Kenya’s Land Programme.

October 25, 2024