National Project Assistant

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO

Consultant Closes 07 Aug 2026 7 days left

Overview

The National Project Assistant will support the project team in ensuring smooth operational processes, efficient documentation, and timely reporting during project implementation.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support the design and implementation of training programmes and capacity-building initiatives.
  • Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive stakeholder communication plan.
  • Support project staff in monitoring & evaluation and assisting with the timely uploading of project reports and documents onto the Financial and Project Management Information System (FPMIS).
  • Review technical documents for completeness and compliance before submission.
  • Support the project team during the implementation of project activities under surveillance enhancement, strengthening of laboratory systems, and capacity building of national personnel.
  • Assist in planning, organizing, and coordinating training workshops and meetings.
  • Facilitate logistics and administrative support during workshops and meetings and attend meetings with stakeholders, project staff, and partners.
  • Prepare comprehensive meeting reports and minutes.
  • Organize and maintain project documents.
  • Develop and implement filing systems (both electronic and physical).
  • Monitor and assist in tracking follow-up activities related to project implementation.
  • Keep an updated log of pending actions and deadlines.
  • Provide technical and administrative support across various functions of the project.
  • Assist with procurement processes and maintain inventory of project supplies.
  • Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the Project coordinator.
Required Experience

A minimum of 3 years working experience in animal health discipline.

Qualifications

University degree in agriculture

Other Details
Languages Required
Working knowledge (level C) of English
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
11 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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