Tasks and Responsibilities

The incumbent, through his/her work, will contribute to implementation of the project activities among which include:

FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES FOR EASTERN AND MUCHINGA PROVINCES:

•    In collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, the Forestry Department and the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, provide technical support to the sector activities under the SUN II program in the Mpika, Chinsali and Isoka districts of Muchinga province with extended support to Chiengi District in Luapula Province.
•    Liaise with the local NGOs and the DNCC to ensure the implementation of nutrition sensitive agricultural activities relating to FAO technical support to SUN II in the two provinces
•    In consultation with the SUN II Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, carry out monitoring and evaluation of SUN II activities in the assigned provinces
•    Contribute to the organization of and/or participate in meetings, conferences, workshops, consultations and field visits as needed; contribute to building collaborations and partnerships
•    Represent FAO in district and provincial level SUNII partners meeting in the assigned provinces
•    Write monthly progress reports relating to FAO technical support to SUN II in the two provinces
•    Provide weekly updates on the project implementation during the SUN II team weekly meetings

TECHNICAL LEAD TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY FOOD VALUE CHAIN COMPONENT OF THE SUN II PROJECT:

•    Provide technical guidance and support project implementation specifically related to output 1 on agriculture production liaising with the Nutrition Specialist
•    Review information materials, and contribute to the development of technical papers, and guidelines related to agricultural food value chain.
•    Appraise capacity building needs related to the development, competitiveness, inclusiveness and improved impacts of agriculture value chain development; and develop training materials and play a leading role in training activities.
•    Collect and disseminate relevant data and information related to food value chains and systems, including for example, trends and developments, approaches, impacts, lessons and good practices.
•    Provide technical support to production,  processing and utilisation of fish and fish products
•    Provide technical support to production and management of short cycle small livestock e.g. Goats, sheep, rabbits.
•     Provide guidance to the production and management of  poultry such as Chickens, Quails, Ducks, Guinea Fowls, Eggs
•    Support with food Safety and  the aflatoxins reduction actions throughout the agriculture food value chain,
•    Support the production of underutilized high nutrition crops through access to inputs for crops such as Soya beans, bambara nuts, ground nuts, beans, cowpeas, pigeon Pease, etc
•    Promote sustainable production practices in food production (such as conservation agriculture, climate smart agriculture, sustainable intensification practices)

COMMUNICATION RELATED TASKS

•    In consultation with the Communications Specialist, collaborate with the district and provincial media organisations to communicate information relating to FAO technical support to SUN II
•    Liaison with the OCC will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, appropriate review and clearance process
•    All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

•    An undergraduate degree or master’s degree in agriculture, Agricultural agribusiness, Livestock production, nutrition or related field
•    Five (5) relevant progressive experience working in Agriculture/Agribusiness/Livestock Production.
•    Working knowledge of English (C1)
•    A national of Zambia

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional skills

•    Ability to work independently and under minimum supervision and to cope with conflicting agendas;
•    Result-oriented approach;
•    Excellent analytical and synthesis capacities;
•    Experience in capacity building and training, an asset

Selection criteria

•    Demonstrate Knowledge and experience in business development services (BDS) market development approach including value chain development (VCD).
•    Knowledge of nutrition is an added advantage.
•    Prior experience working with FAO or any UN agency.
•    Knowledge and experience in working with Government counterparts and development partners
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Good communication and interpersonal skills
•    Strong focus on results and deliverables
•    Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.