National Professional Officer (Fisheries and Aquaculture Expert)

Job Description

Key Functions? Liaises and assists government authorities and local, national and international institutions in the areas of FAOs activities in the country and with other UN agencies. He/she may represent FAO at interagency meetings as required.? Promotes the image of FAO through advocacy of the Organizations mandate, programmes, national priorities and activities including development and maintenance of communication tools such as website, press releases and publications, and supports the implementation of FAOs regulatory framework (Codex Alimentarius, Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, Safe Use of Pesticides, etc.) in the country.? Coordinates the collection, consolidation and maintenance of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries, including information on external aid in FAOs corporate systems, and monitors changes in national policies affecting the agricultural sector.? Participates in producing technical, economic and policy studies as required and developing country level development frameworks, such as the Country Programming Framework (CPF) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF).? Participates in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals; monitors and reviews the status of programme/project implementation to ensure that all operational activities are carried out in line with the work plan and the project document; identifies inconsistencies and delays and, when necessary, proposes corrective measures to overcome operational constraints.? Briefs, trains and supervises lower grade level programme staff regarding all aspects of the job; ensures adherence to procedures and work requirements as well as accuracy and diligence of the work provided.? Performs other duties as required.Minimum Requirements? National of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.? Advanced university degree in aquaculture, fisheries management or any other related field.? Seven years of relevant experience in fisheries management and aquaculture development and/or project management in the field of sustainable rural agricultural development in Saudi Arabia.? Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of Arabic and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency ? level B) of English.Technical/Functional Skills? Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.? Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management.? Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines and project/programme management procedures, preferably those adopted by the United Nations or FAO.? Extent and relevance of experience in the field of policy analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development.? Extent and relevance of experience in the collection of country data on food and fisheries.? Extent and relevance of experience in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals as well as programme/project implementation, monitoring and review.? Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English is considered a strong asset.You will be redirected to the company website to apply for this position

Keyskills :
Aqua Culture Experience