Socioeconomic Specialist

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Socioeconomic Specialist
Job Posting: ‎05/Jun/‎2023
Closure Date: ‎19/Jun/‎2023, ‎4:59:‎00 PM
Organizational Unit: FNEGY
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Egypt-Cairo
Duration: ‎84 Working days
Post Number: N/A
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and
international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all
regions.

• 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 FAO's 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


• FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

Organizational Setting
The main aim of the Food and Agriculture Organization 's (FAO's)
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 Organization's Strategic
Objectives and United Nations' global and Government of Egypt's national
Sustainable Development Goals.
FAO is planning to implement a project titled "Enhancement of Agricultural
Productivity" OSRO/EGY/‎041/JPN, is an emergency project supported by the
Government of Japan. The project would help vulnerable agricultural households
in Upper Egypt and the Nile Delta regions of Egypt, which are threatened by
crises, climate change, and insufficient water supplies, become more resilient
and less dependent on government assistance. This contribution will be made by
enhancing the use of water for farming, increasing agricultural production for
smallholder farmers, increasing incomes, and providing impoverished rural
households with economic opportunities. The project will work towards
achieving increased crop yields per unit of irrigation water used over time
and improving food security and income generation in selected Haya Karima
villages of Minya, Qena, and Kafr El Sheikh Governorates through the upscaling
of tested and validated modern irrigation technologies (such as solar-powered
pumps and hybrid (low energy drip and/or sprinkler) irrigation systems),
climate-smart water management (CSWM) practices, and good agricultural
practice (GAP) principles.
The position is located in the FAO Office in Cairo, Egypt.

Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of FAOR-EGY, the direct supervision of the
project Manager, the technical supervision of the senior water resources
management officer (FAO-SNG), and the technical senior land and water officer
(FAO-RNE), and in close collaboration with the FAO country office and project
personnel, as well as Government counterparts and all stakeholders, the
incumbent will carry out the following tasks for the project to increase
agricultural and water productivity in the aforementioned governorates in the
designated locations in Menia, Qena, and Kafr El Sheikh governorates.

Technical Focus:
The Socioeconomic Specialist will be responsible for conducting a socio-
economic assessment of the project area, focusing on the project's impact on
the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. The assessment will provide an
analysis of the economic, social, and environmental implications of the
project and provide recommendations on how the project can be improved to
maximize its impact on the target beneficiaries.

Tasks and responsibilities:
* Conduct a socio-economic analysis and baseline assessment of the target regions to identify the major constraints to irrigation modernization, crop productivity, including issues related to access to inputs, markets, and financing.
* Develop strategies to enhance agricultural productivity and promote sustainable agriculture, taking into consideration the socioeconomic context of the area.
* Conduct a cost-benefit analysis of different interventions proposed by the project to enhance crop productivity, including the adoption of modern irrigation and agricultural technologies, training and capacity building, and market linkages.
* Provide guidance and advice to farmers, policymakers, and other stakeholders on issues related to agricultural productivity and sustainable agriculture.
* Collaborate with local organizations and stakeholders to develop and implement agricultural projects that promote sustainable agriculture and enhance productivity.
* Develop a social assessment of the project interventions to ensure that they are gender-sensitive and socially inclusive.
* Conduct a risk assessment to identify potential risks associated with the project interventions and develop mitigation measures.
* Develop training materials and provide training to farmers on sustainable agriculture practices, including crop rotation, soil conservation, and water management from socio-economic point of view.
* Provide recommendations on the most effective interventions to enhance crop productivity, including the estimated costs and benefits, potential impacts, and risks.
* Prepare reports, briefings, and other written materials on socioeconomic issues related to agriculture.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• An advanced university degree in agriculture, agriculture economy, agribusiness, or a related field.


• At least ‎7 years of experience in designing, socio-economic studies.


• Working knowledge of the English and Arabic languages.


• National of Egypt or a legal resident in the country.

FAO Core Competencies
* Results Focus
* Teamwork
* Communication
* Building Effective Relationships
* Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills
* Relevance and extent of experience in working with inter-governemental bodies and multi-disciplinary teams.
* Excellent organizational and analytical skills;
* Experience in report writing and data analysis
* Computer literacy in standard office software and proficiency in project management tools and software
* Strong analytical skills and experience using quantitative and qualitative methods.
* Strong knowledge of sustainable agriculture practices and their socioeconomic implications.
* Proven experience in developing and implementing strategies to enhance agricultural productivity and promote sustainable agriculture.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to
FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
* Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact: [email protected]
* Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
* Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
* For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
* Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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
* Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
* Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
* 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/
* Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
* Incomplete applications will not be considered
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* Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
* We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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