National Project Coordinator

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The National Project Coordinator (NPC) will work under the direct supervision of the FAO Representative in China and the technical guidance of the Lead Technical Officers from the Regional Office of Asia and the Pacific, as well as Headquarters of FAO.The NPC will provide required administrative and technical support to coordinate and implement project activities at national level. S/he will ensure effective management of the project financial resources through close contacts and guidance of the FAO Representative and the LTO assigned to the project. S/he will work closely with FAO China team to contribute to the operations of the country office. 

•  Establish close collaboration and working arrangements with an interdisciplinary team composed of experts from the PSC, NGOs, private sector and other professional associations, to ensure timely conduct of activities, including contractual arrangements.
• Liaise with government departments and other partner organisations and projects, to ensure good coordination and collaboration.
• Monitor and supervise the execution of activities sub-contracted to implementing partners, ensuring in particular close working relations with national and local authorities.
•  Inform the FAOR of problems and obstacles that need attention and specific assistance.
• Prepare the terms of reference and identify consultants/institutions to undertake activities in accordance with the approved annual Work Plan, and submit required documentation to the LTO and other relevant Project Task Force (PTF) members and FAOR for approval.
•  Facilitate meetings and, as far as possible, ensure the timely and responsive delivery of outputs and reports.
• Provide support to the LTO and FAOR backstopping missions and consultants visiting the project sites, including preparing itineraries, appointments and other logistical arrangements.
•   In consultation with the LTO and PSC determine dates, agendas, budgets and participation for the project related workshops, upon approval of these plans by the LTO and FAOR.
• Undertake the organization and conduct of workshops and other training activities on innovation and partnership.
•  Work in close collaboration with the Project Steering Committee members providing them with periodical reports on the progress of project activities and issues arising.
• Maintain close contacts with partners and projects, ensuring adequate communication of activities to the FAOR and all stakeholders, and invite and encourage multi-stakeholder participation, in particular local groups, in national activities and consultations as appropriate.
• Prepare an annual national Work Plan for submission to the PSC, PTF and FAOR and updates periodically. The annual plan will comprise reviews of activities undertaken and/or completed over the last year, as well as proposals for project activities to be conducted the following year (scope, specifications and timeframe and expected products).
•  Undertake the financial control and ensure the fund is delivered as per the project objectives and the work plan and in line with FAO rules and regulations. 
•  Draft project progress reports and the terminal report.
• Ensure that equipment, technical assistance and services are provided to beneficiaries efficiently and with timely action.

Selection Criteria 

• Master’s degree or above in natural resource management, agriculture development, or related field.
•  Proven experience in international project management  including project formulation, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and motivate a diverse team, fostering an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere.
• Strong organizational skills including ability to provide strategic guidance, technical oversight, build strong teams, quick learning, develop work plan, and manage budgets and project expenditures.
• Experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministry, local government, academia, private sector, NGOs and UN Agencies). Relevant work experience in managing EU funded programme could be an asset.

Minimum Requirements    

• Master’s degree or PhD in natural resources management, agriculture or related field.
•  At least five-seven years of working experience in agricultural and environmental management or related fields with recognized technical expertise.
• Working knowledge of English and Chinese.
• National of Chinese

Source: https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2501129

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