Operations Analyst

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Description

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• Follow up for all project operational matters and for the day-to-day running of the projects assigned to him/her;
• Perform necessary actions over the corporate Project Cycle processes for those project assigned to him/her
• Carry out mandatory actions in FPMIS for opening, monitoring/maintenance, revision, and closure;
• Support in the preparation of project work plans, monitor progress and, where necessary, identify corrective measures to overcome operational constraints; 
• Monitor and review the status of the programme/project implementation to ensure that all operational activities are carried out in line with the work plan and the project document; identify inconsistencies and delays and submit proposal on how to improve results and increase efficiency;
• Ensure the timely provision of project inputs (personnel, technical support services, sub-contracts, training, equipment and supplies) directly by the Organization or, when appropriate, through contractors, and by liaising with the Support Units; 
• Support the preparation of project work plans, monitor progress and, where necessary, identify corrective measures to overcome operational constraints; 
• Perform project budget/cash monitoring by regularly updating project financial expenditure reports and handling project/programme teams requests (budgets, LoAs, PRs, etc.); identify problems/gaps and carry out corrective measures to ensure smooth project implementation.
• Perform project budget monitoring and prepare revisions as required; maintain alerted the Project Task Force/r about budget expenditures and resources;
• Support in the drafting of Financial Reports to the donor in line with the Funding Agreements and any other reports required by the Organization;
• Ensure partners timely prepare and submit Narrative and Financial Reports to and any other reports as required by the Organization;
• Ensure the complete and quality of data and documentation, including in the FAO corporate and local systems (iMIS, FPMIS, GRMS, etc) for all assigned operational field projects/activities; 

• University degree in agricultural economics, agriculture (including forestry and fisheries), or in public or business administration or any other field related to the work
• At least five years of professional experience in the planning and implementation of agricultural development/emergency programmes, including the preparation, implementation, or monitoring of projects.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English and working knowledge of the most widely used local language. Arabic Language is essential for this role.
• National of Yemen

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, make appropriate recommendations, effective decisions, including in emergency settings;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Extent and relevance of experience in UN Agencies and/or INGOs
• Familiarity with project cycle, finance, asset and human resources management tools
• Familiarity with Office tools including virtual/teleworking platforms;

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