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• 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
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• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
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FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

Organizational Setting

The FAO Representation in Libya is responsible for the development, promotion, supervision, and implementation of programs and strategies jointly prepared with the Government in the areas of food, agriculture, and rural development. It also maintains strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including government institutions and financial and technical partners.

Reporting Lines

The project coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the FAO Representative in Libya. The position will contribute to supporting the overall project portfolio in Libya; and cross-cutting efforts to strengthen national capacities in climate change adaptation and mitigation, support institutional coordination, and advance climate-resilient development planning in line with national and international frameworks.

Technical Focus

The mission aims to providing technical and operational support for agriculture, food security and climate change related projects in Libya. The role involves close collaboration with government partners and other stakeholders to implement, monitor, and report on development projects, while insuring FAO positioning in the country and beyond.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of all project activities, developing action plans and reporting progress to project manager and FAO.
• Ensure that the project produces the results specified in the Project Document, to the required standard of quality, and within the specified constraints of time and cost.
• Coordinate and solicitate the participation of all concerned parties, contributors, beneficiaries as well as all other relevant stakeholders to the project implementation activities.
• Prepare regular planning and progress reports, identifying bottlenecks and suggesting corrective measures when necessary. S/He is responsible for ensuring that the project is executed in accordance with the Project Document and the FAO guidelines for nationally executed project.
• Contribute to and/or prepare and submit to the relevant parties the projects’ Work Plans (as well as all other progress reports required by the other relevant FAO, donor as well as beneficiaries.
• Review consultants’ reports, including their content and format, based on the Terms of Reference and specifications, prior to submission for potential approval by the LTOs.
• Organize and facilitate training workshops and consultation meetings with all partners.
• Prepare knowledge management materials and support communication activities.
• Maintain good working relationships with governments, donors, beneficiaries, and all other stakeholders.
• Carry out any other related tasks that may be assigned.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in natural resource management, environmental sciences, or a related field
• At least 5 years’ experience in project management, climate change and food security in agriculture where at least 4 years in Libya
• Working knowledge of Arabic and English

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Excellent understanding of current national food security and agricultural policies and practices in Libya
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to think creatively;
• Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesize.
• Experience working with UN agencies is an advantage
• Experience working in Libya is an advantage

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

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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