Project Assistant

1 month ago

القاهرة, Egypt FAO Full time

Job Posting: 10/Dec/2024

Closure Date: 24/Dec/2024, 4:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: FNEGY - FAO Representation in Egypt

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)

Grade Level: N/A

Primary Location: Egypt-Cairo

Duration: 12 months

Post Number: N/A

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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
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations._

**Organizational Setting**

The main aim of the FAO Country Offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and nutrition and reduce hunger and malnutrition, promote sustainable agricultural development, reduce rural poverty, develop inclusive agri-food systems and strengthen livelihood resilience - in line with the Organization’s Strategic Objectives and United Nations’ global and Government of Egypt’s national Sustainable Development Goals.

**Reporting Lines**

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and Assistant FAO Representative, the direct supervision of the Project
Senior Advisor, the Project Assistant, will work in close collaboration with the technical team of the project, and the team of FAO Office in Egypt and their partners to scaling up the climate ambition in agriculture and land use in Egypt.

**Technical Focus**

The Project Assistant under the project UNFA/GLO/092 titled as “Scaling up climate ambition in agriculture and land use SCALA” will follow up on the project implementation activities.

The Project Assistant (NPP) will assist in monitoring project activities, following up on purchase orders,, supporting organizing workshops, and events.

**Tasks and responsibilities**

Monitoring and Reporting:

- Assist in tracking the progress of ongoing activities to ensure compliance with SCALA workplan and deadlines.
- Consolidate data and outcomes from activities over the past year to contribute to final reporting efforts.

Event and Workshop Support:

- Assist in organizing and coordinating workshops, consultations, and other project events.
- Support logístical arrangements, including preparing materials,
- Support in procurement of supplies or materials.

Technical Assistance:

- Provide background information and input to support the preparation of reports and presentations related to progress reports.
- Conduct research as needed to support project outcomes, especially on climate change and climate finance
- Preparing agendas, documenting key decisions during meetings, and ensuring action items are assigned and followed up, Using tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or Slack..

Communication and Outreach:

- Assist in the preparation of communication materials to showcase the project’s progress and achievements.
- Any other duties related to the incumbent’s field of experience, as required.

**FAO Standards and guidelines**:
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 processes.

All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including:
Story guidelines, Story template, UN map standards, FAO logo policy and related branding guidelines (available to staff).

Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.

**CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements**
- University degree in agriculture, science, engineering, or a related scientific field.
- The Project Assistant must have at least one year of experience in administrative, financial, and procurement management systems, along with experience in generating reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
- Full proficiency in both English and Arabic is required.
- Must be a national of Egypt.

**FAO Core Competencies**
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

**Technical/Functional Skills**
- Understanding of FAO system is preferable
- Previous work experience in one of the UN agenci

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