GEF Technical Specialist (Europe and Central Asia)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO | Consultant |
Closing: 30 Dec 2025 1 days remaining
Location: REMOTE, REMOTE

Overview

Provide technical expertise for the development, approval, and delivery of GEF-funded projects in the Europe and Central Asia region. Support project proponents through guidance and capacity development, and oversee project implementation, monitoring, reporting, evaluation, and closure.


Tasks Summary
  • Contribute to strategic programming of FAO's GEF work and coordinate GEF teamwork for the region
  • Participate in multidisciplinary teams to assist governments and Decentralized Offices in identifying and formulating natural resource and environmental management projects for GEF financing
  • Assist in managing the FAO-GEF portfolio, monitor and supervise project implementation, and make recommendations for improvement
  • Stay updated on new developments and requirements in GEF-managed funds
  • Contribute to annual Project Implementation Reviews (PIR) and FAO's reporting to the GEF Secretariat and GEF Council
  • Participate in designing and delivering capacity development activities to FAO technical staff and team members

Experience Requirements

Experience in the development and implementation of GEF-funded projects is required. Experience in the nexus of agriculture, biological diversity mainstreaming, climate change and resilience, land, water, fisheries, forestry, natural capital and ecosystem services is required.


Qualification Requirements
Other Details

Contract Duration: 11 months with possible renewals

Work Modality: Home-Based

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