Agrifood Systems Associate Officer
About the role
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is seeking an Agrifood Systems Associate Officer to support the transformation of agrifood systems to become more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. This role contributes to FAO’s vision of achieving a world free from hunger and malnutrition, advancing Sustainable Development Goals related to poverty reduction, food security, nutrition, environmental sustainability, and rural development. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment supporting the design, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of programmes and projects aimed at strengthening agrifood systems in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Responsibilities: - Support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of agrifood systems projects and activities. - Assist with the preparation of work plans, budgets, progress reports, concept notes, and project documentation. - Contribute to the collection, compilation, analysis, and verification of programme data to track project results and indicators. - Assist in organizing and following up on project review meetings, field missions, stakeholder consultations, workshops, technical meetings, and policy dialogues. - Contribute to partnership activities promoting sustainable agriculture, food security, nutrition, and rural development. - Assist in gathering and analyzing information on agriculture, food systems, value chains, climate resilience, nutrition, and rural livelihoods. - Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of technical briefs, presentations, case studies, lessons learned, good practices, and other knowledge products. - Support project monitoring, impact assessments, and the preparation of donor reports, situation analyses, and programme updates. - Participate in field visits and support activities related to agricultural productivity, food security, climate-smart agriculture, natural resource management, and value chain development. - Assist in identifying and documenting challenges, opportunities, and emerging needs within target communities and project locations. - Support the preparation of communication materials and contribute to advocacy and awareness-raising activities showcasing project achievements and promoting sustainable agrifood systems. - Participate in UN Volunteer initiatives and support the promotion of volunteerism, inclusion, diversity, community engagement, and the principle of leaving no one behind, particularly for women, youth, vulnerable groups, and rural communities. How to apply: Apply via: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1784888021272804
Key requirements
- Fluent in English
- Relevant experience in Agriculture or related fields.
- Experience in Project activities, working with stakeholders, data collection, basic analysis, monitoring, and reporting.
- Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.
- Basic knowledge of agriculture, food security, and rural development.
- Basic research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Ability to support project activities and work with stakeholders.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Interest in volunteerism, inclusion, and sustainable development.
- Accountability
- Adaptability and Flexibility