Jobs - 20824- FAO National Operations Officer (FAO-HPAI/NOO/20/1

FAO National Operations Officer (FAO-HPAI/NOO/20/12/101)

Location :

Jakarta, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

09-Jan-11 (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 Nations 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 Operations Officer will be working 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

Duties and Responsibilities:

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 Officer 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 Officer and Team Leader in the preparation of project progress and final reports;
Assist the International Operations Officer, 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 Officer in liaising with donors on operational matters, particularly on budget revisions and progress reports;
In consultation with the International Operations Officer, 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 Officer based in Jakarta, liaise with TCES operations Officers in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) and in Rome on project operational issues
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 three (3) 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 one of the following:

(1) by mail to:

Operations Support Unit
Office of the FAO Representative in Indonesia,
11th floor Menara Thamrin Building
Jalan M.H. Thamrin Kav.3 Jakarta 10250

(2) by email to FAO-ID@fao.org

Female candidates are encouraged to apply