Environment Programme Coordinator

Organizational Setting

For more than four decades, FAO has been working with the Government of the Philippines, civil society, community-based organizations and the private sector to address challenges in the agriculture, fisheries and forestry sector. Joint efforts have included increasing sustainability in agricultural production, promoting value-adding practices, improving post-harvest management, enhancing productivity and increasing the resilience of agriculture-based livelihoods to natural disasters, climatic hazards and armed conflict.

Reporting Lines

The Environment Programme Coordinator will be under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative, and the direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme).

Technical Focus

FAO supports countries worldwide in addressing the complex challenges at the nexus between the environment, agriculture, forestry, marine and freshwater resources. With FAO’s mandate and expertise in agri-food systems (including crops, livestock and aquaculture), forestry and fisheries, FAO is uniquely positioned to support projects and programmes related to environmental science and management, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, landscapes restoration from degradation, management of chemicals and wastes, and sustainable cities, in the context of achieving sustainable food systems and climate action.

Tasks and responsibilities

The Environment Programme Coordinator reports to the Assistant FAO Representative for Programme in carrying out the following tasks:

• Manage all activities and resources of projects related to environment and natural resources, including GEF Funded Projects and other initiatives;
• Provide technical support to the country office through the formulation and review of concept notes, project proposals, and project briefs related to agriculture, fishery, forestry and environment and natural resources, including the proactive identification of opportunities for resource mobilization and expansion of partnership.
• Ensure proper coordination with relevant technical divisions in FAO Headquarters and the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific regarding comments and recommendations on various proposals for possible FAO assistance;
• Provide backstopping support in the implementation, supervision and monitoring of assigned projects;
• Coordinate and liaise with the designated representatives of government counterparts, and other relevant development organizations, NGOs and stakeholders, as well other UN Organizations channelling FAO’s diverse expertise to support the government in the identification and preparation of project proposals;
• Facilitate, coordinate and participate in workshops, meetings, and consultations related to GEF project development activities;
• Submit regular updates to FAOPH senior management on the liaison activities with the DENR, DA and other government partners, including key developments, recommendations and opportunities that can be further pursued in line with FAO mandate;
• Provide technical guidance and serve as resource person as needed, in the conduct of capacity building activities on related initiatives; prepare and submit progress reports mentioning activities undertaken, problems encountered if any, and other documents that may be required periodically.
• Serve as country focal or coordinator for assigned projects and initiatives in relation to portfolio on environment and natural resources, among others;
• Support visibility and outreach on environment and natural resources initiatives of FAO in the country, including development of technical briefers, speeches and contribute to other communications materials;
• Carry out other relevant duties within his/her technical competence as requested by FAO Representative.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced Degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Planning, Natural Resources, Economics, Development Studies, or other related fields;
• At least ten (10) years relevant and progressive experience assisting in programme or project implementation related to environment and natural resources; Experience of working for, or in cooperation with, government institutions and private sector;
• Working knowledge of English and Tagalog;
• National of the Philippines.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Good interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge on environment and natural resources programming, at the international, national and local level is an advantage;
• Proficient in report writing;
• General knowledge and skills in the use of standard office software, such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Tagalog

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION