Jobs - 16673- National Operations Officer (FAO-HPAI/NOO/30/04-9

National Operations Officer (FAO-HPAI/NOO/30/04-90)

Location :

Menara Thamrin Building 11th floor Jl M.H. Thamrin Kav 3 Jakarta Pusat and Ministry of Agriculture Building C, 6th floor, Ragunan Jakarta Selatan, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

20-May-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

THIS IS FAO POST, PLEASE SEND DIRECTLY APPLICATION IN LINE WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE AS OUTLINED BELOW

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 incumbent will be under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Indonesia, in close cooperation with the FAO Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Control Programme Team Leader and Technical Officers, members of the AI Operational Support Unit and under the direct supervision of the International Operations Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Assist in providing day to day operational support to all field projects in Indonesia contributing to the implementation of an effective HPAI Control Programme;
Assists in the supervision of national project administrative/ operations staff to ensure timely delivery of the necessary inputs and logistics support consistent with the planned project work plans, detailed field activity plans and procurement plans;
Assist in the preparation of Field Budget Authorization (FBAs) and assist in initiating timely action for revisions and amendments
Attend weekly and monthly HPAI Control Programme team coordination meetings and participate in addressing outstanding operational issues
Assist in ensuring consistency of project operations with the overall Programme objectives;
Assist in providing assistance for necessary arrangements for incoming and outgoing missions (including procurement, monitoring and backstopping missions from headquarters and the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific)
Participate on behalf of the International Operations Coordinator in various meetings organized for donor coordination and resource mobilization, and assist him in providing assistance to Team Leader in the preparation of project briefs and draft project documents;
Assist the International Operations Coordinator and Team Leader in the preparation of project progress and final reports;
Assist the International Operations Coordinator, in liaison with the Team Leader and technical officers, in operating thematic activities linked to the overall AI Programme in Indonesia, including facilitating and participating in the planning exercises for thematic activities;
Assist the International Operations Coordinator in liaising with donors on operational matters, particularly on budget revisions and progress reports;
In consultation with the International Operations Coordinator, provide assistance to International and national consultants in Indonesia, in the formulation of avian influenza project proposals according to FAO procedures; and
In consultation with the International Operations Coordinator based in Jakarta, liaise with TCEO operations Officers in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) and in Rome on project operational issues

As a member of the Operational Support Unit, together with the Administrative Officer, the International Operations Coordinator, and TCDC Administrative Support, she/ he will:

Assist in providing regular administrative, financial management and other logistics support to different projects under the FAO Avian Influenza (AI) control programme
Assist in supervising and monitoring the implementation of efficient financial flow mechanisms and in ensuring timely availability of resources for the smooth implementation of project activities;
Assist in supervising the recruitment of national project administrative staff;
Submit and end of assignment report; and
Perform other related duties as required

III. Impact of Results

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

Competencies

IV. 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.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and public relation skills

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

University graduate / Bachelor Degree from any related field

Experience:

Minimum of consecutive five (5) years experience in the operational management of project or programmes, preferably in the context of emergency operations;
Previous employment in international organizations preferably within the UN specialized agencies;
Possess good planning, coordination, interpersonal and communication skills;
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly in Word, Excel and Power Point;
Ability to work in a multi- cultural environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity; and
Ability to work with minimum supervision

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

ALL APPLICANT MUST COMPLETE P11 FORM AND SUBMIT AS PART OF THEIR APPLICATION

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

UNDP Indonesia reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.