Junior Programme Support Specialist

Overview

Support in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of regional work programme, including coordination and operational assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the regional planning process, including the formulation and review of the Regional Work Programme and contribution to the corporate planning exercise;
• Support regional programme coordination including implementation of FAO Strategic Framework in the region;
• Support budget management of the regional work programme by preparing reports as requested and using FAO systems (FPMIS, GRMS, IMIS).
• Contribute to the regional output level monitoring and corporate year-end reporting exercises, including advisory services to countries;
• Prepare background documents and reports as requested, by using FAO systems.
• Provide logistical and administrative support in the organization of meetings, events, workshops etc.; prepare and distribute meeting minutes when required.
• Any other related activities, as required.

Required Experience

One year of relevant experience in support to coordinating, monitoring and reporting of multi-disciplinary activities in international and/or technical organizations. Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable. Extent and relevance of experience in supporting programme planning or project proposal development. Extent and relevance of experience in assisting in programme/project coordination and implementation. Extend and relevance of experience in supporting programme/project monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in social, economic, agricultural, environmental sciences or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization. A first level degree with 2 years of additional experience may be considered as equivalent.

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