Value Chain and Private Sector Specialist

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FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

• 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

FAO in collaboration with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is in the preparation stage to develop a full pledge project document to be funded by GEF aiming to build a holistic model of ecosystem-based sustainable use and inclusive governance of fishery resources in the Inland Waters Fisheries Management Areas (FMAs) and to support livelihoods of small-scale and traditional fishers, improve food security, and mitigate threats to biodiversity. Direct interventions of the project will restore the most degraded and exploited freshwater ecosystems in each FMA, while developing sustainable small-scale fishery business enterprises

Reporting Lines

The Specialist will work under the overall supervision of FAO Representative in Indonesia and direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (A-FAOR Programme), technical supervision of Lead Technical Officer of the FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) and close coordination with the PDE and PPG Coordinator as well as collaboration with the national authorities.

Technical Focus

Provide technical and operational support to the FAO project team in compiling information related to value chain analysis, private sector engagement, and project preparation activities

Tasks and responsibilities

• Support the compilation, organization, and documentation of information on value chain conditions and trends, including costs, prices, market preferences, standards, and requirementsSupport in analyzing the value chain conditions and trends (costs, prices, market preferences, standards, requirements etc.)
• Support the documentation and organization of information onkey value chain actors with whom engagement is necessary in order to influence value chains in favor of global environmental benefit.
• Assist in providing input on investment opportunities and existing initiatives supporting SMEs that lead to improved livelihoods for small scale fisheries
• Support review and compilation on market trends and positioning strategies for newly developed inland fisheries based products including digitalization and certification aspects
• Assist in identifying strategic approaches for the project to engage with the private sector for greater scale, effectiveness and sustainability of outcomes.
• Assist in identifying any potential SMEs “champions” in the proposed landscape/project sites who are at the forefront in value added business development ion inland fisheries
• Support the preparation, formatting, and consolidation of draft project documents, including the Private Sector Engagement Plan, under the guidance of the FAO project teamproject
• Compile and organize technical inputs and supporting documentation for Component 3 project activities.
• Organize project files, consultation records, meeting materials, and other supporting documentation related to project preparation.
• Perform other related technical and operational support tasks as assigned by the supervisor

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in processing and marketing for aquaculture/fisheries products or relevant/related field,
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in fisheries value chain development, agribusiness, private sector engagement, market development, or SME development.
• Working knowledge (Level C) of English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• National of Indonesia 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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Experience in marketing strategies, entrepreneurship promotion among small holder farmers and processors, and linking small scale producer and processors to value chains and business partners will be a key asset for this role
• Ability to facilitate business-to-business (B2B) connections and negotiate agreements that enhance market access and competitiveness
• Excellent social, communication and organizational skills with national and sub-national government, international experts and local communities.
• Demonstrated ability to open-up to new approaches and new practices on the relevant programme development.
• Demonstrated commitment to participatory and bottom-up approaches.
• Strong analytical skills in assessing seaweed market trends, identifying value-chain gaps, and evaluating business opportunities.
• Demonstrating detail orientation, proactive attention to outcomes and expectations, and the ability to understand and effectively use information and data.

Selection Criteria

• Experience in working with government institutions, producer organizations, NGOs, and development partners.
• Experience in preparing the GEF project design or other internationally funded projects is desirable.
• Demonstrate ability to prepare analytical reports and strategic recommendations.

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

FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

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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