National Programme Coordinator

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Under the direct supervision of the FAO Representative in India (FAOR), technical guidance of the Lead Technical Officer, FAO, and in regular consultation with the PUNO-IOM and the Migration MPTF, the National Programme Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating technical and service inputs of the Project Management Unit, Core Team of National Experts and Short-Term Consultants at the national, state/district levels. 

Expertise in Coordinating technical and service inputs of National Project Management, the Core Team of National Experts and Short-Term Consultants. Knowledge of the interlinkages of migration, agriculture and climate change issues. 
Tasks and responsibilities:

• Assume the overall responsibility of the smooth implementation of the activities in accordance with the JP document and the TOR; 
• Ensure strong coordination between the technical teams in FAO and IOM involved in the implementation of the joint programme; 
• Coordinate with the State Nodal Officers in the two implementing states, the local staff and other national and local experts; 
• Manage the day-to-day implementation and monitoring of the joint programme activities, including organizing periodic meetings with the technical teams from FAO and IOM; liaising with national and local governments, UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, UN agencies and other stakeholders; fostering partnerships and organizing trainings and workshops as required; 
• Develop and roll-out baseline studies and assessment the development and roll-out of baseline studies and assessments; 
• Draft Letters of Agreements and other relevant documents, liaise with the service providers and overseeing the effective delivery of activities; 
• Facilitate learning and sharing among the two project states. 
• Prepare the joint programme reports, coordinate technical feedback and finalize for submission to the donor ensuring strong technical quality; 
• Report to the national-level Programme Steering Committee (PSC), state-level Technical Steering Group (TSG), the Natural Resource Management (NRM) Division of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoA&FW) as well as the relevant state departments on project activities and implementation progress; 
• Ensure convergence of co-finance resources by coordinating with various Departments and Ministries; 
• Coordinate the preparation and implementation of Annual Work Plans and Budget; 
• Support the design of a monitor and evaluation system for the JP and monitor the project outputs and outcomes throughout the life of the programme; 
• Act as the secretary to the Project Steering Committee in MoA&FW; 
• Ensure strong linkages between different technical components and reports of the project. 
• Oversee the development of information and communication material of the joint programme and coordinate knowledge management activities to guarantee access to information for all relevant stakeholders through different communication means; 
• Coordinate and assist the missions and in-person consultations conducted by international consultants and FAO staff by processing administrative procedures and coordination with relevant governmental agencies, UN agencies, national, state and local stakeholders. 
• Represent the project in all meetings and fora as required. 
• Undertake any other activity as requested. 

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements:   

• Advanced university degree in Climate Resilient Development, Agriculture, Natural Resources Management, Agribusiness and/or Rural Migration; 
• At least 5+ years working experience in sustainable agricultural and Agri value chains or related fields with recognized technical expertise. 
• Working knowledge of English

Technical/Functional Skills: 

• Experience of working with Government agencies on development project.  
• Extensive experience in the management of complex projects at national/regional levels.  
• Strong technical knowledge and management skills including the ability to provide strategic guidance, technical oversight, mentor staff, build strong teams, develop work plans, and manage budgets and project expenditures. 
• Good multi-cultural and interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (Ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations). 
• Experience working with international, especially within UN system, and donor organizations (World Bank, IFAD, Asian Development Bank, etc.) on implementation of participatory projects. 
• Proven written, analytical, computing, presentation and reporting skills. 
• Understanding of Migration MPTF functioning and procedures will be an asset. 
• Good communication, reporting and presentation skills; 
• Good computer skills (word, excel, power-point) 
• Proven ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders including governments, UN organizations, civil society, etc. 
• High degree of team ethic, well-organized, result-focused and dynamic personality; 

Source: https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2303161

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