Community Development Specialist
Tanzania
- Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location: Tanzania
- Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Social Affairs
- Infrastructure and Urban-Rural development
- Civil Society and Local governance
- Urban Development, planning and design
- Closing Date: Closed
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- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
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- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 global Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security, reduce hunger and malnutrition, help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner. The Regional Programme in Livestock and Pastoralism for Climate Change Adaptation in Eastern/Horn of Africa is designed to contribute to the development of sustainable climate resilient pastoral systems in Eastern/Horn of Africa that could improve the livelihoods of pastoral communities. The programme aims to enhance the resilience and adaptive capacity of pastoralist communities. It focuses on creating income-generating opportunities based on circular economy principles, especially supporting women and youth; conserving the environment, biodiversity and promoting initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emission and sustainable use of transboundary natural resources to improve the social and living conditions of people engaged in the Pastoral Livestock Value Chains in the region.
Reporting Lines
The programme will be implemented under the overall supervision of the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO)/Chief, Animal Health Service (AGAH)/, the functional and administrative supervision of the FAO Representative in Tanzania, the direct supervision of the ECTAD Country Team Leader in Tanzania, immediately guidance of Programme Coordinator and with additional technical backstopping of the SFE Resilience Team for Eastern Africa.
Technical Focus
The Community Development Specialist will focus on work related to community development and engagement. This role will involve working closely with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure engagement of all actors in pastoral livestock value chain particularly the pastoral communities for equitable access to and sustainable management of rangeland resources.
Tasks and responsibilities
• Oversee the design and implementation of outcome 3 of GCP/INT/1051/EC (PLACE) project, in collaboration and coordination with relevant FAO Tanzania
• Coordinate field-level activities of implementing partners related to outcome 3, including developing their workplans, ensuring that delivery is met, and any challenge is addressed
• Be the technical focal point for matters related to community development, including needs assessments agro- pastoralist livelihood support interventions, inclusion, gender and youth, dialogues and conflict sensitivity and prevention of resource-based conflict
• Lead capacity building efforts for beneficiaries, and implementing partners where necessary, related to pastoralist livelihood development, inclusion, gender and youth, community dialogues, conflict sensitivity and prevention of resource-based conflict
• Support community development initiatives and action plans, guide communities through the project development initiatives
• Provide inputs to annual reporting, MEAL, adaptive management, communication and advocacy and other required data collection efforts, relevant for outcome 3 (but not limited to)
• Act as a liaison for communities, (local) partners and (local) government representatives with regards to outcome 3 thematic areas (but not limited to)
• Organize and conduct field work, workshops and events when required
• Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced degree in community development, anthropology, social studies, agribusiness, mobilization and or business management.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in public / private service or academic/research setting
• At least 5 years of experience in pastoral community mobilization and pastoral projects management.
• Working knowledge of English and Kiswahili.
• National of Tanzania
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and adapt tools and frameworks for resource management.
• Clarity in understanding the community social issues within the cluster.
• Ability to interpret and present data and knowledge
• Creative thinking and problem-solving ability
• Capacity to lead and manage multi-stakeholder platforms and processes.
• Knowledge of climate change adaptation strategies in pastoral systems.
• Proficiency in project management and coordination.
• Commitment to gender equity and inclusive practices. Political social and negotiating skills
Selection Criteria
• Proven experience in working with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Experience in community-government-private sectors cohesion and collaboration initiatives
• Experience in capacity building and participatory management practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in remote and challenging environments.
• Knowledge in community development is essential
• Experience in pastoralism/pastoral production systems is essential
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 http\://www.whed.net/
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- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
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