National Programme and Project Support Specialist

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
• FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations leading international efforts to defeat hunger and achieve food security for all.
The FAO Türkiye Office (FETUR) supports national priorities in agriculture, food systems, natural resource management and rural development through technical assistance, capacity development, policy support and institutional strengthening.
In this context, FETUR implements a diverse portfolio of programmes and projects funded through FAO Regular Programme resources, the Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP), and partnerships with national and international stakeholders.
The National Programme and Project Support Specialist will provide technical and operational support to the implementation, monitoring and reporting of FETUR programmes and projects, contributing to effective programme delivery through information management, documentation, operational follow-up and administrative support in line with FAO procedures and requirements.

Reporting Lines

The National Programme and Project Support Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme and Pipeline Coordinator, the overall supervision of the Subregional Coordinator for Central Asia and FAO Representative in Türkiye, and the technical guidance of the Lead Technical Officers, in close collaboration with the FAO Türkiye team led by the Assistant FAO Representative (AFAOR).

Technical Focus

The National Programme and Project Support Specialist will provide technical and operational support to the implementation, monitoring and reporting of FETUR programmes and projects, with particular emphasis on the Technical Assistance towards Brucellosis Control Project and the Responsible Investment for Peace and Social Cohesion (RI4PSC) among Refugee and Host Communities Project. The incumbent will support information management, data collection and compilation, monitoring and reporting activities, document preparation, operational follow-up and the organization of programme and project activities in accordance with FAO procedures and donor requirements.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational support to the implementation and monitoring of FETUR programmes and projects in accordance with FAO procedures and donor requirements;
• Support the implementation of the Technical Assistance towards Brucellosis Control Project, the Responsible Investment for Peace and Social Cohesion (RI4PSC) among Refugee and Host Communities Project, and other programme and project activities under the FETUR portfolio;
• Assist in the implementation and follow-up of programme and project activities, workplans and implementation schedules;
• Support the collection, compilation and analysis of programme and project information, data and progress updates for monitoring and reporting purposes;
• Contribute to the preparation, review and quality assurance of technical, operational and progress reports, briefing materials and other project-related documentation;
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities, including the tracking of project outputs, indicators, deliverables and implementation progress;
• Assist in maintaining programme and project information in relevant FAO corporate systems and ensure that documentation is updated and properly archived;
• Support communication, information-sharing and administrative follow-upwith government counterparts, implementing partners, donors, UN agencies, academia and other stakeholders, as required;
• Facilitate the organization of meetings, workshops, trainings, field missions and other programme and project events, including logistical and administrative follow-up;
• Support the preparation and follow-up of Letters of Agreement (LoAs), procurement processes and other operational actions required for programme and project implementation;
• Contribute to the preparation of concept notes, project proposals and background documents for programme development and resource mobilization initiatives;
• Support budget monitoring and implementation follow-up, including the compilation of financial and operational information required for programme and project management;
• Participate in relevant technical, coordination and consultation meetings and prepare summaries, meeting notes and follow-up actions as required;
• Contribute to knowledge management, visibility and communication activities related to FETUR programmes and projects;
• Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in agriculture, economics, rural development, international development, public administration, business administration, social sciences or a related field;
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in supporting programme and/or project management, implementation support, monitoring and reporting, preferably in the areas of agriculture, rural development, food systems, natural resource management, livelihoods or related sectors;
• Working knowledge of English (Level C) and Turkish;
• National of Türkiye.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Experience in supporting the implementation, monitoring and reporting of development programmes and projects;
• Demonstrated experience in supporting programme and project implementation, including work planning, progress tracking and information management;
• Knowledge of project cycle management, results-based management and monitoring and evaluation principles;
• Experience in preparing technical, operational and progress reports, briefing notes and other project documentation;
• Familiarity with donor-funded projects and reporting requirements is considered an asset;
• Experience providing programme and project support in collaboration with government institutions, international organizations, development partners or other relevant stakeholders;
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a multicultural environment;

Selection Criteria

• Advanced academic qualifications (MSc/PhD) in relevant disciplines
• Experience in international or multi-partner projects
• Experience in supporting the policy development, governance, or coordination mechanisms
• Experience in organizing and facilitating meetings, workshops, trainings and multi-stakeholder events;

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

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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 other issues, 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.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application

• 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/. These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings.
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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