National Project Personnel- NATIONAL PROJECT COORDINATOR

Organizational Setting As part of the support for the physical, economic and social recovery of communities affected by Cyclone Idai along the Beira corridor, FAO and UN Habitat will implement a project to support the reduction of exposure to climate risks and increase the resilience of communities located in three districts in Sofala province. The project envisages a mixed intervention aimed at contributing to the physical reconstruction of infrastructure destroyed by Cyclone Idai as well as livelihoods by supporting improved adaptation, resilience and integration into sustainable value chains.

Reporting Lines The consultant will be work under the general supervision of the FAO Deputy Representative in Mozambique, the methodological and strategic guidance from the FAO technical units providing TSS to the project and in close coordination with the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Fisheries of Sofala province and the of the district administrations of Buzi, Dondo and Nhamatanda.

Technical Focus Expertise and capacity to coordinate the identification, design and implementation of climate-resilient investment operations in the fields of food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing. Tasks and responsibilities The NPC will perform the following tasks: • Undertake the analysis of project objectives and propose the best structure to be put in place for the successful implementation of the project in coordination with UN-Habitat and present the proposal for approval • Lead the finalization /adjustment of project procurement(inclusive of LoA if any) and recruitment plan and obtain its approval for implementation; • In coordination with UN – Habitat operationalize the coordination with entities and counterparts for the implementation of the project; • Lead the FAO team involved in project implementation and coordinate the implementation of activities with the UN-Habitat team; • Participate in and supervise the project baseline preparation and other surveys that will provide strategic guidance to project implementation; • Access potential value chains to be supported by the project and assist the preparation of a gap analysis to facilitate the integration of the farmers organizations and other value chain actors Support the value chain development by ensuring that the project provides adequate information, technical advice and support for the selected value chain(s) • Ensure timely, effective and coordinated planning and implementation of project activities, in accordance with the work plan and budget and with a view to achieving the project objectives; • Supervise and monitor the work of the project's technical team and the consultants and/or contracted collaborators, ensuring compliance with deadlines for accountability; • In close coordination with the UN Habitat team, periodically review the activity plans and, if necessary, adjust them to become solid and realistic; • Participate in the design of Terms of Reference for contracting service providers and participate in the identification and selection process; • Supervise and monitor the activities of the contracted service providers, ensuring the achievement of the targets set out in the agreements and the timely provision of progress and budget reports in order to ensure the timely payment of instalments due under the agreements; • Ensure timely preparation of any additional project's procurement plan; • Ensure the timely completion of the project's administrative services; • Ensure that deliverables of the project fulfil the technical requirements • Ensure that project assets are properly used and maintained • Ensure the wellbeing and safety of staff under her/his supervision in coordination with FAOMZ security and HR focal points • Prepare the reports provided for in the project documents in the approved periods and formats, providing a detailed overview of implementation progress, impacts, perceptions of beneficiaries and progress against the predicted indicators; • Perform any other relevant functions as requested.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University degree or postgraduate degree in development studies, rural engineering, agrarian economics, rural extension. • At least 7 years of relevant experience in agriculture, rural development, climate change and adaptation • English language work experience • Mozambican nationality

FAO Core Competencies • Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical competences • Extent and relevance of experience in participating in, or leading, multidisciplinary teams in formulation, implementation support or evaluation climate change adaptation and/or mitigation investment operations • Extent and relevance of experience in climate change adaptation and/or mitigation analytical studies, projects and programmes design / evaluation • Demonstrated experience in dealing with government officials, development partners and other country level stakeholders • Good experience in project management • Good ability to develop working relationships, coordinate and solve problems • Proven experience in working with teams under multidisciplinary and multicultural environments • Excellent writing skils • Knowledge of Portuguese languages 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.