National Project Personnel - Climate Change Specialist
Support climate change adaptation and mitigation in Nepal's agriculture sector
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Overview
Support climate change adaptation and mitigation in Nepal's agriculture sector
You have:
- National of Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
- Master’s degree in Climate Change, DRR, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Forestry or related fields
- At least 5 years of proven working experience in climate change and natural resource management projects and programmes with relevant government agencies and/or non-profit organizations
- Experience with UN agencies would be an asset
- Proficient in English language (both spoken and written)
- Excellent in computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Proficient in report writing and technical programme document preparation
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized technical agency of the United Nations established in 1945 whose mission is to contribute to eradicating hunger and achieving food security for all. FAO contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO’s Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
Currently in Nepal, FAO projects focus on technical capacity building, policy development, enhancing agri-production, strengthening food systems, improving food & nutrition security, enhancing resilience to Disasters and impacts of Climate Change as well as threats posed by zoonotic diseases to human health through the One Health approach. FAO also contributes to the coordination of humanitarian assistance/relief and transition to livelihoods recovery within the agriculture sector, under the framework of the food security cluster.
Key priorities under FAO’s Country Programming Framework (CPF) for Nepal (2018-22) includes strengthening of climate resilient agri-food systems, enhanced management of natural resources, and promotion of climate change adaptation and mitigation practices.
In this context, the Climate Change Specialist will be expected to work closely with and support the Programme team in delivery of country-level programmes, projects and interventions related to resilience building of ecosystem and vulnerable communities against the impact of climate change. He/she will coordinate and support the implementation of ongoing projects and programmes as well as the formulation and development of new project proposals contributing to this priority area. More specifically, she/he will contribute to climate change adaptation and mitigation interventions within the agriculture, forestry and sustainable natural resource management sectors in line with priorities set forth by current FAO Nepal’s Country Programme Framework (CPF) (2018-2022). She/he will also be expected to support and contribute to the preparation of UNSDCF and the next CPF document (2023-2027).
Reporting Lines
The Climate Change Specialist will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative, direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) and in close coordination with Administrative Section of the FAO Representation in Nepal.
Technical Focus
Provide needful climate change related expertise to carry out tasks as envisioned in the Terms of Reference (TOR).
Tasks and responsibilities
The Climate Change Specialist will be responsible to carry out the following tasks: • Support and contribute to the policy processes in the areas of climate change, disaster risk reduction and sustainable natural resource management. • Support in the coordination and implementation of on-going (National, Regional and Global) climate change related projects and programmes in the areas of Agriculture, forestry, and natural resource management under the funding windows of GEF, GCF, and FAO’s Technical Cooperation Programme • Assist and support to formulate new concept notes and detail project proposals in the areas of climate change and natural resource management and contribute to resource mobilization. • Assist in the implementation of FAO Gender Equality Policy for mainstreaming gender in projects and programming. • Coordinate and facilitate the organization of policy dialogues, workshops and consultation meetings in close consultation with programme team, government counterparts and other relevant stakeholders. • Prepare plan for project periodic reviews, field monitoring and supervision missions and participate in different mission programs. • Prepare ToR of project consultants and assist in vacancy announcements, shortlisting, and interviews of potential candidates. • Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs on climate change related specific topics, e.g., draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications and background material for the FAOR and AFAOR (Programme) including meeting minutes. • Provide technical inputs for development of appropriate communication and knowledge products related to climate change, DRR and sustainable natural resource management • Support in the collection, compilation and consolidation of climate related country data and information. • Act as country focal point for Climate change, DRR and natural resource management • Provide technical inputs for preparation of policy briefs, studies, and assessments. • Assist in identifying windows for and mobilizing extra-budgetary resources from climate financing windows such as GCF, GEF and other bilateral windows to support the implementation of relevant priorities of CPF, FAO’s pipeline projects and programmes related to the climate change. • Perform any other duties as assigned.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• National of Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal • Master’s degree in Climate Change, DRR, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Forestry or related fields. • At least 5 years of proven working experience in climate change and natural resource management projects and programmes with relevant government agencies and/or non-profit organizations • Experience with UN agencies would be an asset. • Proficient in English language (both spoken and written) • Excellent in computer skills (MS Word, Excel and power point) • Proficient in report writing and technical programme document preparation.
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• The expert shall have competency and demonstrated practical relevant experience on climate change related policies, programmes and projects.
Selection Criteria
• Extent of relevant technical experience in the related areas • Ability to manage and work with a multidisciplinary and multicultural team. • High degree of team ethic, well organized, result focused and dynamic personality. • Previous experience of working with UN agencies is an asset.
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: [email protected]
- 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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required. Vaccination status will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a specific project you managed related to climate change? | This question seeks to assess your project management experience in a relevant field. | Highlight the project's objectives, your role, and the outcomes. |
| How have you engaged with stakeholders in previous projects? | Interviewers want to understand your communication and relationship-building skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in implementing climate change initiatives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with report writing in a technical context. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for climate data collection and analysis? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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