Programme Coordinator (UN-REDD Country Implementation)
Submitted by Website Officer on 15 July 2011 - 3:07pm
Organization:
FAO
Deadline:
31 July 2011
POSITION TITLE: Programme Coordinator
(UN-REDD Country Implementation)
GRADE LEVEL: P-5
DUTY STATION: Rome
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: FOREST ASSESSMENT, MANAGEMENT AND
CONSERVATION DIVISION, FOM
Forestry Department, FO
DURATION: Fixed term: 2 years (with
possibility of extension)*
POST CODE/NO: N
CCOG CODE: 1H06
Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of non-and under represented member countries are encouraged
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) is an effort to create a financial value for the carbon stored in forests, offering incentives for developing countries to reduce emissions from forested lands and invest in low-carbon paths to sustainable development. “REDD+” goes beyond deforestation and forest degradation, and includes the role of conservation, sustainable management of forests and enhancement of forest carbon stocks.
Under the overall guidance of the Director, FOMD and the technical supervision of the Principal Officer (FOMD) , the incumbent will coordinate and be responsible for the technical and operational delivery of organizational results related to the implementation of the UN-REDD country programmes. In particular, the incumbent will:
- Provide managerial and technical leadership to the UN-REDD country programmes in collaboration with national, regional and international organizations, partners and donors;
- Provide advice to FAO member countries in order to strengthen their capacity in developing REDD+ strategies and in forest
- Measuring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) for REDD+ under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC);
- Coordinate and harmonize international, national and sub-national efforts to develop and implement national/sub-national REDD+ strategies, including the development and implementation of forest monitoring and MRV systems for REDD+;
- Plan, allocate resources, implement, monitor and report on technical, operational and financial delivery of unit results of the UN-REDD country programmes;
- Provide guidance to and supervise staff, ensuring overall coordination of activities;
- Foster, strengthen and manage strategic partnerships with relevant institutions at international, national and local levels, including the private sector, NGOs and donors dealing with matters related to the functions of the UN-REDD country programmes;
- Plan and coordinate the preparation of meetings, seminars, publications and web-based information and facilitate secretariat services to relevant Statutory Bodies;
- Promote resources mobilization for UN-REDD+ programmes and projects;
- Perform other related duties as required.
* Promotion/Appointment to this position is for duration of assignment only
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:
- Advanced University Degree in Forest Management, Monitoring and Assessment, or closely related fields
- Ten years of relevant experience in programme and project planning, supervision and delivery in forest management including international experience, particularly in developing countries or countries in transition
- Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of one of the other two or Arabic, Chinese, Russian
SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:
- Demonstrated results-based management capabilities with an ability to manage programmes, budgets, and human resources efficiently under shifting priorities and to deliver against deadlines
- Extent and relevance of experience in forest management, monitoring and assessment and MRV programming, planning and delivery
- Demonstrated skills in resource mobilization
- Extent and relevance of international experience including work in, or with, developing countries
- Relevance and level of academic qualifications
- Quality of written and oral communication and negotiation skills
- Extent of language skills
- Demonstrated ability in leading multicultural and multi-disciplinary teams
Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments
REMUNERATION
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://icsc.un.org/
TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants
Send your application to:
V.A FOMR-677-11-PRJ
Jose Antonio Prado, FOM
FAO Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 00153 Rome ITALY
Fax No: +39 06 5755137
E-mail: VA-677-11-PRJ-FOMR@fao.org
Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
How to Apply:
TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants
Send your application to:
V.A FOMR-677-11-PRJ
Jose Antonio Prado, FOM
FAO Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 00153 Rome ITALY
Fax No: +39 06 5755137
E-mail: VA-677-11-PRJ-FOMR@fao.org
Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
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