Project Assistant
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حالة تأهب وظيفة
سيتم تحديثك بأحدث تنبيهات الوظائف عبر البريد الإلكتروني
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حالة تأهب وظيفة
سيتم تحديثك بأحدث تنبيهات الوظائف عبر البريد الإلكتروني
الوصف الوظيفي
FAO seeks gender geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality background and culture
- Qualified female applicants qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAOs values
- FAO as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status objectives and mandate including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
HOW TO APPLY
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Organizational Setting
The main aim of the Food and Agriculture Organizations (FAOs) Representation in Egypt which is headed by an FAO Representative is to assist the Government of Egypt to develop policies programmes and projects to improve food security and nutrition promote sustainable agricultural development reduce rural poverty develop inclusive agri-food systems and strengthen livelihood resilience in line with the Organizations Strategic Objectives and United Nations global and Government of Egypts national Sustainable Development Goals.
FAO is implementing a project entitled EU for Hayah Karima - EU support to Rural Development Climate Change Resilience and Nutrition in Upper Egypt. The Action is in line with a major Egyptian initiative Hayah Karima (Decent Life) launched in 2019 initially for five years which seeks to improve the life and livelihoods of 57 million Egyptians in rural areas by renovating local infrastructures upgrading basic services and creating jobs.
The project will support rural development food and nutrition security and climate change resilience in 120 villages in Assiut Sohag and Qena governorates. It is focused on supporting the farmers in improving agriculture and irrigation techniques and rural communities income generation through employment and skills development opportunities. FAO action will help in managing food losses through value chain analysis and value addition of income-generating crops transformation of agricultural waste into economic secondary products and strengthening the capacity of value chain actors in food safety and waste management.
Reporting Lines
The Project Assistant will work under the direct supervision of FAO Representative in Egypt the day-to-day guidance of the Project Manager and in close collaboration FAO country office and project personnel.
Technical focus
The Project Assistant performs a wide range of routine administrative and financial functions in support of the delivery of the projects.
Tasks and responsibilities
Assist in tracking the progress of ongoing activities to ensure compliance with the approved work plan and deadlines
Consolidate data and outcomes from activities to contribute to reporting efforts.
Support the organization and coordination of workshops consultations training sessions and other project events including all related logistical arrangements and preparation of materials.
Provide background information research and input for reports presentations and communication materials showcasing project progress and achievements.
Support the coordination of supervisory missions and the overall implementation of the project.
Maintain project records filing systems and contact databases.
Ensure timely settlement of project advances and related financial matters.
Arrange appointments receive visitors manage correspondence and respond to routine requests for information.
Provide administrative and logistics support to project meetings committees and missions.
Compile and organize reference materials from various sources for reports; create spreadsheets presentations and maintain updated mailing lists.
Participate in project meetings prepare and share meeting minutes and follow up on agreed actions.
Support overall project monitoring summarizing results of surveys and findings from meetings.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisor.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
University degree in agriculture commerce management social sciences or a related field.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in financial and/or administrative support work.
Working knowledge in the English and Arabic languages.
National of Egypt.
FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview meeting processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment accreditation any residency or visa requirements and security clearances.
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