Farm Field Schools Coordinator

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Farm Field Schools Coordinator
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: NPP (National Project Personnel)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Egypt-Cairo
Duration: ‎9 months
Post Number: N/A
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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, with field visits
to project sites in Menia, Qena, Kafr El-Sheikh.

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 Farmer Field Schools (FFS) Coordinator will be responsible for
coordinating and managing the implementation of the FFS program using FAO
modality and approach in the Enhancement of Agriculture Productivity project.
The FFS Coordinator will work closely with project beneficiaries, local
partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the project's objectives are met

Tasks and responsibilities:
* Coordinate the establishment of FFS groups in the assigned area, liaising with relevant stakeholders to identify and recruit farmers.
* Coordinate and supervise FFS facilitators and trainers in the delivery of training sessions to project beneficiaries.
* Develop and implement a system for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of FFS facilitators and trainers in supporting project beneficiaries.
* Work with project beneficiaries to identify their training needs and develop training plans that are tailored to their needs.
* Provide technical support and coaching to FFS facilitators and trainers to ensure they are delivering high-quality training sessions and supporting project beneficiaries effectively.
* Coordinate the establishment of FFS groups in the assigned area, liaising with relevant stakeholders to identify and recruit farmers.
* Coordinate with local partners and government agencies to ensure the FFS approach is integrated into existing agricultural extension programs and policies.
* Prepare regular reports on FFS activities and contribute to the development of project proposals and other project-related documents.
* Support the project management team in developing and implementing strategies to increase the project's impact and sustainability.
* Facilitate the development of farmer-led action plans based on FFS activities and ensuring their implementation.
* Perform other duties within the Adviser's technical competence as required by the FAOR.
* Prepare an end of assignment report for each mission to Egypt for approval by the FAOR and LTO.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in agriculture, agribusiness, or a related field.


• At least ‎5 years of experience in coordinating and managing FFS programs or similar participatory extension approaches


• Working knowledge of English and Arabic languages.


• National of Egypt.

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;
* Good knowledge of agricultural production systems and practices, particularly in the project's focus areas.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
* Good organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
* Computer literacy in standard office software and proficiency in project management tools and software.
* Experience in report writing and data analysis

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 please contact: [email protected]
* 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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