National Project Personnel – Project Assistance

Organizational Setting

FAO implements the “Transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems” project, funded by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The intervention shall contribute to the sustainable achievement of food security among rural Syrian refugees and vulnerable Jordanian hosts, by enhancing their capacity to successfully participate in efficient sustainable Agri-food systems and building their capacities for decent work opportunities.

Under this intervention, the beneficiaries is planned to be equipped with capacity building programmes on topics relevant to the Agri-food system in the frame of Farmer Field Schools (FFS) and Farmer Business Schools (FBS), Based on the needs assessment that will be conducted under this project, the beneficiaries will be supported with technology, equipment, & agricultural infrastructure. Composting units will also be distributed and installed to a total of 150 beneficiaries. Access to market and micro financing wil be provided to the project’s beneficiaries where they will be able to establish and run their business / SMEs. This program will contribute to economic empowerment and job creation for the targeted beneficiaries through the provision of Cash for Work (CfW) scheme for 300 beneficiaries.

Reporting Lines

The Project Assistant will work Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and direct supervision of the Project Manager.

Technical Focus

Support in effective implementation of the project, using effectively the resources and inputs of the project.

Tasks and responsibilities

The Project Assistant will support the implementation of project. More specifically, the Project Assistant will:

• Support the implementation of activities under the different resilience related projects of the Representation; • support the project team in preparing project communication and advocacy material (including briefs, agriculture sector and food security updates, humanitarian profiles for donors, key stakeholders, headquarters and senior management), ensuring projects activities and outputs are well highlighted and presented; • Support implementation of activities under the assigned projects that are planned in partnership with FAO service providers, government and non-governmental entities (arranged through LoA, MoU or UN to UN Agreement), and assist in preparing LoAs for internal clearance to engage different service providers for the assigned project; • Participate in internal meetings, facilitate information sharing, assist in planning and coordination of internal activities; • Provide technical assistance: Provide technical assistance in areas of expertise; identify needs for short-term technical assistance; develop terms of reference; prepare consulting agreements for consultants, facilitates work; provide oversight of short-term consultancies; • Contribute towards coordination of office support services towards meetings, trainings, seminars, committees, and special projects and events; attend meetings, prepare minutes, monitor follow-up activities; make arrangements for formal editing, translation, etc., of documents and publications; • Establish and maintain cordial working relationships with and amongst project staff, stakeholders, and other relevant sectoral organizations; • Provide assistance in protocol related matters, as required; • Assist in monitoring projects activities cases other for which responsibility is assigned to; • Monitor and maintain relevant information and databases on training, workshops, missions and seminars; • Follow up on a broad variety of administrative and logistical actions necessary for the timely implementation of the project activities including supporting the recruitment actions, supporting the travel requests, arranging the training and workshops, briefing schedules, assist in procurement of equipment, works and services as well as partnership agreements through LoA/MoU etc; • Support organizing meetings including venues, facilities, catering and security clearances and provide administrative and logistics support at these events; • Support acting as disbursing officer for conferences and meetings, ensuring that entitlements are properly accounted for and disbursed; • Performing any other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, economics, nutrition, food processing, animal health, animal production, development studies or any other related fields; • Minumim of 1 year of relevant working experience in supporting project implementation, preferably in large government or non-government organizations is required; • Working knowledge (level C) of the FAO official language used for communication within the country English and working knowledge of the local language of Arabic is required. • National of Jordan.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Extent and relevance of experience in the project management, preferably in large government or non-government organizations • Demonstrated work experience in report formulation. • Knowledge of Project Cycle Management • Previous working experience with UN projects is an asset • Knowledge and experience of FAO systems and databases, accounting or financial modules and corporate applications is considered an asset. • Analytical and judgment skills, and ability to apply procedures in administration and management; • Good knowledge of the MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment.

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.