FAO National Disaster Risk Reduction/Resilience Specialists

FAO National Disaster Risk Reduction/Resilience Specialists

Job Posting Date: 22 January 2025
Closing Date: 5 February 2025, 1:59 AM

Organizational Unit: FRETH – FAO Representation in Ethiopia
Job Type: Non-Staff Opportunities
Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension

Organizational Setting

The position is situated in the Programming Unit at the FAO Representation in Ethiopia (FRETH), Addis Ababa. FAO Ethiopia supports the national government in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through activities addressing food security, hunger reduction, sustainable agriculture, natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction.

The FAO Representation in Ethiopia currently manages diverse technical and emergency interventions in collaboration with sub-national offices, local government agencies, and NGOs.

Technical Focus

Disaster risk management and resilience support for FAO Ethiopia’s programs and projects.

Reporting Lines

The Disaster Risk Management/Resilience Specialist will report to:

• FAO Representative of Ethiopia
• Programme Officer – DRR and Resilience
• FAO Deputy Representative of Ethiopia

The position involves collaboration with FAO headquarters, the Regional Office for Africa (RAF), and the Subregional Office for Eastern Africa (SFE).

Tasks and Responsibilities

The selected specialist will:

• Lead planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Disaster Risk Reduction/Management (DRR/M) and resilience-building initiatives in agriculture.
• Organize and participate in coordination meetings with federal and regional partners.
• Monitor Letters of Agreement (LoAs) and contracts with DRR/M resilience-building partners.
• Align DRR/M and resilience activities with FAO’s Strategic Framework and the Country Programming Framework (CPF).
• Provide leadership for strategy development and coordinate the preparation of technical briefs and reports.
• Assist implementing partners in setting up monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Conduct field missions to evaluate project activities in collaboration with regional teams.
• Participate in relevant technical working groups and project steering committees.
• Contribute to progress and terminal reports of DRR/M and resilience projects.
• Support capacity-building efforts for Ethiopian Disaster Risk Management Agency (EDRMC) and Ministry of Agriculture (MoA).
• Develop donor-focused concept notes and project proposals for resource mobilization.
• Promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of good practices within FAO Ethiopia.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Advanced university degree in agro-economy, agro-meteorology, disaster-related studies, humanitarian affairs, environmental studies, or related fields.
• Experience: At least 5 years in DRR/Resilience, early warning systems, food security analysis, or related areas.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English and local languages.
• Nationality: Ethiopian.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Experience in applying DRR/Resilience knowledge in agricultural contexts.
• Proven ability to manage and organize work efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Experience in preparing and revising technical and scientific documents.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.
• Ability to engage actively with stakeholders in multicultural settings.

Selection Criteria

• Extensive experience in DRR and humanitarian affairs for agriculture and food security.
• Knowledge of agriculture, climate variability, and resilience in rural farming communities.
• Proven record of working with government institutions and partners on DRR/Resilience initiatives.

Additional Information

• FAO does not charge fees at any stage of recruitment.
• Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
• FAO only recognizes higher educational qualifications from accredited institutions listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
• Appointment is subject to medical certification, residency/visa requirements, and security clearances.

How to Apply

• Visit the FAO recruitment portal: FAO Jobs Website.
• Complete your online profile and attach a letter of motivation.
• Submit your application and provide performance assessments and verification documents as requested.

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