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