Programme Development Expert (Resource Mobilization and Analysis)
Organizational Setting
Guided by the Country Program Framework 2023 -2027, FAO’s country programme in Egypt is aligned with country priorities as expressed in national strategies such as; Vision 2030, 2030 Updated Sustainable Agricultural Development Strategy and Action Plan (SADS-2030), National Water Resources Plan, 2017-2037, Egypt National Climate Change Strategy-2050 and First Updated Nationally Determined Contributions (2022), National Food and Nutrition Strategy (2022-2030), Egypt National Action Plan for Antimicrobial Resistance (2018-2022), Programmer (2022), National Strategy for the Empowerment of Egyptian Women, 2030, Haya Karima Initiative (Decent Life – Sustainable Rural Communities) 2019-2030, Nexus of Water, Food and Energy (NWFE) Program, and residential Initiative “Bedaya – A New Beginning for Human Building”. Through the support of various international donors, FAO Egypt is implementing a growing portfolio of projects covering but not limited to; land and water enhancement, agriculture production, animal health, climate change adaptation, agrifood value chain development, food security and nutrition and support to vulnerable rural and smallholder farmers. Further, an expected pipeline of projects covering climate change adaptation, natural resources management, biodiversity restoration and risk reduction is expected. FAO Egypt also sits in various coordination mechanisms in the country, in a strategic capacity, as a technical lead for food systems and agriculture. To deliver its program, FAO Egypt is working with several line ministries such as Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Health and Population, Ministry of Social Solidarity, Ministry of Water Irrigation, and Ministry of Youth and Sports.
Reporting Lines
The Programme Development Expert (Resource Mobilization and Analysis) will work under the direct supervision of the FAO Representative.
Technical Focus
Programme development, portfolio analysis and technical reporting.
Tasks and responsibilities
• Contribute to the delivery of the FAO CPF priorities through quality programme development and resource mobilization efforts; • Contribute to the preparation of results‑based technical reports that accurately and consistently reflect project achievements and outputs; • Conduct research, collect, consolidate and analyse qualitative and quantitative information from project teams and other relevant sources and ensure that relevant findings and data are accurately documented and reflected into programme and project reporting; • Ensure the quality and accuracy of technical study reports, including baseline studies, impact assessments, evaluations, and other analytical reports; • Coordinate and consult with project managers and programme teams in gathering information and data for programme and country reporting purposes; • Prepare analytical reports, briefing notes, presentations and other knowledge products that synthesize evidence and highlight key achievements, challenges, trends, lessons learned and recommendations to inform programme management and decision-making; • Conduct field visits and monitoring activities, as required, to verify progress, identify implementation issues and contribute to evidence-based reporting; • Contribute to the preparation of technical materials and background documents for stakeholder consultations, programme reviews, workshops and other coordination processes; • Contribute analytical inputs to support identification of programming priorities, emerging trends, and opportunities; • Provide technical inputs to project implementation, monitoring, reporting, and coordination; • Perform any other duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• University degree in development economics, agriculture, rural development, development studies, social sciences, statistics or other relevant fields. • At least seven years of experience in project/programme management, analysis or technical reporting. • Working knowledge (level C) of English and Arabic. • National of Egypt or resident of the country with a valid work permit.
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
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/
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- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.