Leadership and technical expertise for the planning, development and implementation of programmes of work, projects, related products and services in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework.

Key Functions
• Leads the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects; directs review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and initiates follow-up actions.
• Coordinates programmes and reviews the assessments of issues and trends for the implementation of programmes and projects and the preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies.
• Supervises preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, analyses, substantial sections of reports and studies or inputs to publications.
• Directs substantive support to consultative and other meetings and conferences, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations.
• Manages outreach activities; designs and conducts training workshops and seminars; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Leads field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties.
• Represents the Organization at international meetings and conferences, identifies and implements strategic partnerships, advocates best practices and increased dialogue and develops and negotiates effective working relationships/consensus and agreements with international and national stakeholders.

Specific Functions
• Coordinates RAF Operations Support Group, supervises and monitors the performance of assigned staff in the     Regional Office.
• Provides oversight, operational guidance and support to project formulators, budget holders, and Field Programme Support and Monitoring Officers in the region.
• Acts as the delegated budget holder with responsibilities for regional projects as required.
• Ensures and facilitates compliance with established policies and procedures outlined in the Project Cycle Guide by project formulators, operators and budget holders in the region.
• Organizes and oversees capacity building on programme/project management, the Project Cycle Guide and related tools for project formulators, operators and budget holders in the region.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in economics, business administration, management, development or related fields.
• Ten years of relevant experience in results-based project/programme planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting systems/appraisal.
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

Competencies
• Results Focus
• Leading, Engaging and Empowering
• Communication
• Partnering and Advocating
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
• Strategic Thinking

Technical/Functional Skills
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is essential.
• Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project management, in the management/operation of small-, medium and/or large-scale projects at country and regional levels, including in-depth knowledge of related administrative, operational and financial procedures.
• Extent and relevance of experience and skills in project identification, programme and project formulation, analysis, planning and implementation.
• Level of knowledge of results-based management methods and experience in their application.
• Knowledge of field programme issues in the region is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of global issues, trends and constraints in development cooperation with particular reference to hunger and poverty reduction.

• Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
• FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE