Project Coordinator (SC – 8)

Overview

Coordinate and manage project activities to strengthen nutrition governance in Myanmar.

You have:

• Advanced University Degree in Policy, Public Administration, Nutrition, Health, Environmental, Agriculture, preferably with a major in Conflict Resolution or related field.
• At least 10 years of practical experience, of which 7 years in managing projects and teams.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English.
• Myanmar National.

Organizational Setting

FAO is a specialized Agency of the United Nations whose mission is to contribute to eradicating hunger and achieving food security for all. FAO provides high quality technical and policy expertise to its member countries, thus assisting them in their efforts to meet their goals for eradicating hunger, reducing poverty and fostering improvements in agricultural and rural livelihoods in a sustainable manner.

FAO Myanmar is implementing a global project: “GCP /GLO/1394/IRE, UN-Nutrition: Catalyzing Coherent Nutrition Action through Advocacy, Learning and Partnerships”. Established in 2015, the UN Nutrition Network (UNN) Myanmar—comprising key UN agencies and the World Bank—is currently restructuring its coordination mechanisms to navigate the country’s protracted conflict and evolving political landscape. This project seeks to bridge critical gaps in multisectoral nutrition governance caused by humanitarian crises, funding cuts, and limited evidence sharing. By harmonizing efforts among UN agencies, government ministries, and SUN networks, the initiative aims to foster joint planning and build capacity for efficient, evidence-based programming that addresses malnutrition and food insecurity. To enhance targeting, the project will integrate nutritional indicators into the Data in Emergency Monitoring (DIEM) exercise through a collaborative effort between FAO, WFP, and UNICEF. This joint analysis will provide the evidence needed to identify policy gaps, reduce duplication, and align partner activities within a unified framework. Ultimately, the project strengthens the entire nutrition ecosystem in Myanmar by reinforcing coordination platforms at both national and sub-national levels, ensuring more coherent and impactful operational implementation. The Project activities will be implemented by the FAO Representation Office in Myanmar with the support of the FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) in Bangkok and in collaboration with implementing partners in Myanmar.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Myanmar and under the technical guidance of the Senior Food Safety and Nutrition Officer RAP (Lead Technical Officer), direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme), in close collaboration and coordination with the Technical Officer in UN Nutrition Secretariat (ESN), in consultation with UNICEF Technical Colleagues, and National Programme Specialist.

Technical Focus

The Project Coordinator will assist in the development and day-to-day operation of the project activities and will perform the following tasks.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide strategic input to technical aspects of the project to ensure that activities are in accordance with the Project Document and implementation modalities. • Provide overall coordination and leadership of the UN-Nutrition Secretariat under the guidance of UN-Nutrition Heads of Agencies, ensuring coherence and synergy among UNN member agencies and partners. • Work in close partnership with Technical Leads from UNN member agencies to facilitate multi-sectoral collaboration and policy coherence in addressing malnutrition. • Strengthening coordination and linkages with nutrition and food security focal points from UN agencies, SUN Networks (Donors, Civil Society, Business), and relevant humanitarian clusters to aim Multi-Stakeholders Platform (MSP). • Lead strategic planning, partnership development, and resource mobilization efforts to support the implementation of joint UN-Nutrition and SUN-related activities. • Represent UN-Nutrition in high-level advocacy platforms (e.g., SUN Global/Regional networks, donor meetings), promoting the integration of nutrition into national policies and programmes. • Liaise, coordinate and participate in the field project activities, and facilitate project-planned events such as capacity building and consultative workshops, coordination meetings and national level mass meetings, special sensitization meetings/sessions. • Develop and submit detailed monthly work and budget plans to the FAO Country Office in consulting with UNICEF Colleagues, ensuring full alignment with the overall project framework and donor requirements. • Orchestrate the timeline of all activities across the four project components to ensure punctual, high-quality delivery that complies with donor regulations. • Lead day-to-day implementation arrangements by fostering collaboration between nutrition stakeholders, government counterparts, and NGOs/CSOs. • Oversee all activity budgeting, human resources, and procurement planning, ensuring strict adherence to FAO’s administrative and financial procedures. • Support the AFAOR (Programme) in ensuring project compliance with agreed results, indicators, and evaluation targets to maintain high delivery standards. • Collaborate with the Programme Specialist to monitor and report on fund utilization, ensuring effective, transparent, and efficient use of the project budget. • Direct the documentation of lessons learned and technical experiences, coordinating with the Communication Specialist to publish project reports and success stories. • Coordinate with the DIEM Team and MEAL team for DIEM data/ survey process and MEAL activities of the project and update the DIEM and MEAL data. • Cooperate and coordinate with other projects for promoting synergies and complementarities in project implementation and necessary contributions to the new project proposal development • Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced University Degree in Policy, Public Administration, Nutrition, Health, Environmental, Agriculture, preferably with a major in Conflict Resolution or related field. • At least 10 years of practical experience, of which 7 years in managing projects and teams. • Working knowledge (level C) of English • Myanmar National.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Selection Criteria

• Experience with stakeholder engagement, food security and nutrition, project management, coordination and other developmental approaches that emphasize coordination among nutrition stakeholders. • Relevant experience with UN agencies, especially FAO, UNICEF, WHO, and UNFPA. • Extent of relevant experience managing programs, people, budgets, reporting, and work plans, particularly for internationally funded projects. • Experience supporting, advising, and collaborating with relevant institutions, including engaging with high-level counterparts. • Experience applying strategic thinking to managing complex programs in dynamic political and environmental contexts. • Experience communicating complex issues to diverse stakeholders in clear, understandable terms. • Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders, from field-level target groups to national level institutions. • Extent of relevant experience with internationally funded projects. • Experience in international, geographically dispersed, and interdisciplinary teams. • Prior preparation and submission of written reports for an international developmental agency, a governmental department, or a major NGO. • Proven capacity and experience of working with nutrition stakeholders. • Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

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.

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