Vacancy at United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for Project Technical Advisor

Employment Nigeria 15-Dec-2017 ABUJA , Administrative Technical

POSITION : Project Technical Advisor (Value Chain Expert) - Consultant

Description

The Government of Nigeria with the assistance of the UNDP has secured funding through the Global Environment Facility (GEE) to implements project that would foster sustainability and resilience in Nigeria agricultural production.

The goal of the five-year project is to enhance long-term sustainability and resilience of food production systems in Nigeria, building greater community resilience to climate risks and other shocks that drive food insecurity.

Overall Function

The TA will be based in the project management unit and reports to the Project Steering Committee.
Provide technical advice to implementing staff and other associated with the project to ensure the work is carried-out to high technical standards.
Work closely with the staff from inter alla FMARD, LGs, States, University staff and contracted NGOs/researchers/other consultants.

Responsibilities

Providing assistance in monitoring the technical quality of the project M&E systems, as well as the annual work plan and indicators and targets its the log-frame;
Assisting its knowledge management, communications and awareness raising initiatives under the project;
Conducting periodical scheduled visits to the project sites;
Providing advisory support for the Project Management Unit as and when required;
Undertake any other activity that may he necessary for the effective management of the project.
The Technical Advisor (TA) will be working on a part-time/ad-hoc basis, closely with the GEF/UNDP Regional Technical Advisor and UNDP Nigeria Country Office Programme Specialist, providing services to the Project Manager.
Assist the Project Management Unit through technical advice by:
Advising on best suitable approaches and methodologies for achieving project targets and objectives; Conduct field visits as required to verify project activities relative to stated targets;
Provide day-to-day technical advice to implementing staff, consultants and contractors;
Providing quality assurance and technical review of project outputs (e.g. studies and assessments);
Assisting in drafting terms of reference for technical consultancies and supervision of consultant’s work, and through providing technical supervision of the outsourced work carried out under the project for timely and quality delivery of outputs;

Requirements
Education:

Advanced University degree (at least M.Sc or equivalent) or Bachelor's degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Environmental Economies, Natural Resources, Environmental Management or another field relevant to the project.

Experience

Extensive knowledge and understanding of livelihoods and agro-ecological issues, with special focus on dry land farming system and value chains;
Understanding of smallholder farming issues and policy environment in Nigeria will be an added advantage.
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work under pressure and to establish and maintain effective work relationships with people of different national and cultural background;
At least 7 years of experience in a similar or related position;
Ability to take initiative and to work independently, as well as part of a team;
Knowledge of the GEE and UNDP funded projects and their technical and operational requirements.

Language Requirements: Proficiency in English and the relevant local language(s)

Competencies
Functional Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively complex, technical information;
Good management, coordination and organization skills to facilitate production of quality outputs in a timely manner;
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team to produce quality outputs in a timely manner.

Corporate Competencies:

Display cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment.
Demonstrate integrity by modelling the UN's values and ethical standards;
Promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP

How To Apply
Candidates should send their Applications and Cover Letters to:icrecruitments.ng@undp.org

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