Download Project Manager (Global Climate Change Alliance)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
PROFESSIONAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: FRUGA/01-15/GCCA
Issued on:
Deadline For Application:
POSITION TITLE:
Project Manager (Global Climate Change
Alliance)
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:
FRUGA
16 June 2015
30 June 2015
GRADE LEVEL:
P4
DUTY STATION:
Kampala, Uganda
Fixed term: one year (renewable)
DURATION :
POST CODE/NO:
CCOG CODE:
1.H.01
Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member countries are encouraged
Persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative and direct supervision of FAO Deputy Representative in
Uganda, in collaboration with Lead Technical Unit (FAO HQ), the Project Manager (PM) will lead and provide technical
supervision and operational oversight, as well as strategic direction and implementation guidance, for the Global
Climate Change Alliance (GCCA) Project on Agriculture Adaptation to Climate Change in Uganda.
In particular, the Project Manager will:
 Ensure efficient and effective implementation and delivery of all outputs/ components of the Project result
areas: (1) knowledge and capacities on climate change adaptation strengthened; (2) better access of livestock
and crops to water through water for production investments; and (3) improved resilience of agriculture
production systems;
 Prepare, coordinate and manage detailed work plans and budget of the Project;
 Supervise the preparation of Terms of References and Letters of Agreement for key project inputs (personnel,
sub-contracts, training and procurement) and submit these to appropriate FAO technical and operational/
procurement divisions for clearance and approval;
 Supervise and coordinate the work of project staff, consultants (local and international consultants) and subcontractors to ensure expected outputs;
 Prepare project progress reports and project final report and organize project steering committee meetings,
mid-term reviews/ and end evaluation missions, as well as follow-up requirements on implementation issues.
 Provide technical advice and training on climate change adaptation and watershed management approaches
in support of FAO implementing partners and target beneficiaries;
 Support policy dialogue on promotion of climate change adaptation best practices in Uganda;
 Ensure close technical and operational collaboration and coordination with Government Agencies (Ministry of
Water and Environment and Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries) and District Local
Government partners of the Project;
 Coordinate and supervise the preparation and development of country-specific project reports, knowledge
compilation, materials/ frameworks and protocol/studies on climate change adaptation and watershed
management, including presentations, briefs and overviews for local and international distribution/
dissemination;
 Ensure that emerging lessons from the Project interventions are translated into new pipeline proposals/
concept notes and, where required, applied to on-going related projects;
 Advise and support other projects/programme on climate change and watershed management in support of
the implementation of the Country Programming Framework (CPF);
 Perform other related duties, as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:
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Advanced university degree in climate change science, agricultural engineering, agricultural sciences, disaster
risk management, environmental sciences/engineering, natural resources management or closely related
fields.
Nine years of relevant experience in planning and managing projects on climate change adaptation, Drought
Risk Reduction/Drought Risk Management and/or Watershed management
Working knowledge (Level C) of English
Competencies
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Results Focus
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Teamwork
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Communication
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Building Effective Relationships
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Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:
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Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable
Extent and relevance of experience in planning and managing projects on climate change adaptation,
Drought Risk Reduction/Drought Risk Management and/or Watershed management
Extent and relevance of experience in liaising with governments, multilateral and bilateral development
agencies, civil society and communities
Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
Excellent data analysis and reporting skills
Work experience in Africa, particularly in East Africa, is an advantage
Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national
and cultural backgrounds.
* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the
extension of appointments
REMUNERATION
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the
following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salary.htm
TO APPLY:
Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants
Send your application to:
V.A FRUGA/01-15/GCCA
FAO Representative,
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Uganda,
Plot 88, Buganda Road,
P. O Box 521, Kampala Uganda
Fax No: +256-414-250-579
E-mail: [email protected]
Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be
assigned to any activities or office of the organization.
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
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