Jobs - 14459- National Technical Advisor- National Poultry Quali

National Technical Advisor- National Poultry Quality Improvement Program (FAO- HPAI/ NTA-NPQIP/01/ 13-72)

Location :

FAO Project Office, 6th floor, Directorate of Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture,, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

24-Jan-10 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Other

Duration of Initial Contract :

3 months with possibility of extension

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

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I. Organizational Context

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a United Nation agency which provides technical assistance in Indonesia. One of our projects since 2006 provides support for the control of Avian Influenza, in cooperation with national and regional Indonesian government livestock authorities. Project activities are conducted in various locations nationwide.
The National Technical Advisor on National Poultry Quality Improvement Program (NPQIP) shall operate under the overall guidance and responsibility of the FAO Chief Veterinary Officer, the general technical supervision of the Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases (ECTAD) Regional Manager based in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP), and the operational supervision of the Chief, TCES. The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the Team Leader of the FAO HPAI Programme in Indonesia and the functional and administrative guidance of the FAO Representative, with technical guidance and backstopping of the Public-Private Partnership Project Manager (AGAH, FAO Rome) and the Public-Private Partnership Project Coordinator based in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP). The incumbent will be responsible for facilitating the design of the National Poultry Quality Improvement Program (NPQIP), in close collaboration with the commercial poultry industry, Director General Livestock Services (DGLS), the FAO ECTAD Indonesia team and any other relevant stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

Review the road map of the National Poultry Quality Improvement Program (NPQIP), which was prepared by the Indonesian Poultry Association in May 2009 and the comments and recommendations provided by stakeholders:
Consult with stakeholders from the various poultry production systems, including Sector 1 integrated companies, Sector 2, broiler, layer producers and breeders, Sector 3, broiler, layer, intensive native chicken producers, and intensive duck producers, the public veterinary services and other relevant stakeholders on how to develop and further improve the NPQIP design;
Develop an improved road map for the NPQIP in close consultation with all stakeholders, to be approved and finalized in a workshop organized by the incumbent and the National Technical Advisor (Veterinary Services);
Advocate for buy-in from both the private and public sectors for joint activities within the NPQIP;
Perform any other related duties as required.

III. Reporting

The consultant will have to prepare a draft final report in English on project activities under his/her responsibility at the end of his/her assignment. The reports will contain a complete review of activities undertaken and their outputs as well as outcomes (using performance indicators). Impact will also be assessed. A section on recommendations and lessons learned, presenting guiding principles for future interventions, will be included.
A separate final draft document on the National Poultry Quality Improvement Program will be prepared. The report should be submitted to ECTAD no later than two weeks after completion of the assignment in hard and electronic copies.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of FAO/ GOI Avian Influenza Control Programme implementation in Indonesia.

Competencies

V. Competencies

Demonstrates commitment to FAO vision, mission and values
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Contributes effectively to team work and team outcomes
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
Ability to plan own work, manage conflicting priorities and work under pressure of tight and conflicting deadlines.
Ability to work without direct supervision
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and public relation skills.

Required Skills and Experience

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

University degree in Veterinary Science

Experience:

In depth knowledge of the Indonesian poultry industry
Good understanding of the public-private partnership concept.
Minimum of 3 years experience in related field
Ability to work independently
Good analytical skills
Solid networking skills, good facilitation skills and excellent communication skills both oral and written are all essential
Working knowledge of English and good writing skills

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language and speak Bahasa fluently

All applications should be addressed to:

Operations Support Unit
Office of the FAO Representative in Indonesia,
11th floor Menara Thamrin Building
Jalan M.H. Thamrin Kav.3 Jakarta 10250
E-mail: FAO-ID@fao.org , Fax: (021) 392 2747

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Female candidates are encouraged to apply