Monitoring and strategic specialist of the National Food Supply Plan -TR034
Monitor and evaluate food supply programs and policies.
Overview
Monitor and evaluate food supply programs and policies.
You have:
- Applied Social Sciences, Health Sciences or Agricultural Sciences, according to the CAPES table of areas of knowledge.
- Working knowledge of English and Portuguese.
- National of Brazil
Organizational Setting
UTF/BRA/089/BRA The project objective is to contribute to the national processes of strengthening family farmers in Brazil for poverty reduction and rural revitalization. The outcome is to implement differentiated policies and programs that improve the capacities of the national government, local and family farmers in areas such as ATER (rural extension and technical advisory services), Credit Programs, land access and governance, access to markets and the strengthening of cooperativism.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent reports to the Assistant Representative in FAO Brazil – Programme.
Technical Focus
Carry out a diagnostic and propositional study on the implementation of the National Food Supply Plan 2025-2028 with a view to structuring and improving the monitoring and evaluation processes of the main planning, management, and execution mechanism of the National Food Supply Policy, established by Decree No. 11,820, 12/12/2023.
Tasks and Responsibilities
• Plan and monitor programs, projects and development of actions in food supply • Promote access to adequate, healthy and sustainable food and the productive and economic inclusion of family farmers; • Foster and maintain integration with other agencies and entities of the Federal Executive Branch for the implementation of actions derived from the national food supply policy guidelines. • Foster and maintain partnerships with states, the Federal District, municipalities, and civil society organizations for the execution of food supply initiatives. • Contribute to combating food inflation and hunger by ensuring access to adequate and healthy food. • Plan, monitor, and evaluate food supply programs, projects, and actions.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING:
Minimum Requirements
• Applied Social Sciences, Applied Social Sciences, Health Sciences or Agricultural Sciences, according to the CAPES table of areas of knowledge. • Working knowledge of English and Portuguese; • National of Brazil
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Experience in the area of monitoring and evaluation of public policies and/or in structuring Business Intelligence panels.
ONLY CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) COMPLETED IN PORTUGUESE WOULD BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS VACANCY
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you successfully implemented a monitoring and evaluation process. | The interviewer wants to assess your experience in similar projects and your effectiveness in this specific role. | Discuss a specific example, outlining your approach and the results achieved. |
| How do you approach building effective relationships with stakeholders in food supply initiatives? | This question assesses your interpersonal and communication skills in collaborative settings. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a public policy you helped evaluate? What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to monitor the effectiveness of food supply programs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you deal with unforeseen challenges in the execution of a food supply initiative? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What partnerships do you think are essential for implementing food supply policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with Business Intelligence panels in public policy contexts. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What actions would you take to promote economic inclusion for family farmers? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |