National Specialist for the formulation of an UTF Project

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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
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• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

In the framework of the cooperation initiatives between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Brazil and the Ministry of Environment (MMA), represented by the National Secretary of Traditional People and Local Communities and Sustainable Rural Development, both institutions have agreed on the elaboration and later implementation of a technical cooperation project (PCT, in Portuguese) in the UTF modality (Unilateral Trust Fund), to be designed according to FAO’s Handbook and the Brazilian Government’s international technical cooperation norms.

Reporting Lines

The incumbent reports to the Assistant Representative in FAO Brazil – Programme

Technical Focus

The UTF to be designed should address the following thematic focuses: agroecological transition as a strategy for environmental conservation resilient to climate change; training and capacity building of local agents and rural extension technicians with integrated approaches related to agroecology, agro-extractivism, environmental services and adaptation to climate change; methodologies and indicators to measure, certify and audit the provision of environmental services; support the consolidation of local territorial governance instruments; solidary cooperative arrangements aimed at reaching differentiated markets; management of rural landscape and strategies for reconciling interests between the different actors in rural territories; structuring mechanisms to promote the adoption of biological based agricultural practices; strategies for monitoring emergencies and impacts of pesticide use on the environment and health; and supporting the development of community-based tourism projects.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare the Project Concept Note, according to the template provided by FAO and incorporate comments made by FAO officers.
• Elaborate the UTF Project Document (Prodoc) from the template provided by FAO
• Systematize inputs provided by MMA and FAO and identify the technical support needs to be met by the technical cooperation project.
• Incorporate into the project document the adjustments requested by MMA, the Brazilian Cooperation Agency of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (ABC/MRE, in Portuguese), and FAO.
• Field visits, if necessary.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING:

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in in Forest Engineering, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Agronomy, or related areas.
• Professional with, at least, 5 (five) years of proven work experience in designing technical cooperation projects for international organizations, donors, and/or Brazilian public entities.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English or Spanish and working knowledge of Portuguese.
• Brazilian Nationality or other legally authorized to work in Brazil.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

Desirable experience of at least 5 (five) years with the preparation and or management of of environmental technical cooperation projects or programs in Brazil.
MSC in Forest Engineering, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Agronomy, or related areas.

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

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/
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• 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
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