Consultant/PSA for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Established in 1945, FAO has over 194 member countries and works in more than 130 countries worldwide. The organization aims to achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. FAO's mission is to help eliminate hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition, and to promote sustainable agriculture and rural development. The organization is committed to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and focuses on transforming agrifood systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. FAO's Office of Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Least Developed Countries (LDCs), and Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) coordinates activities to address the unique challenges faced by these vulnerable populations, ensuring that their specific needs are met through effective policy planning and inter-sectoral coordination.

Job Overview:
The position of Consultant/PSA for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation at FAO involves supporting the planning, design, and implementation of key programmatic activities and outputs related to SIDS, LDCs, and LLDCs. The incumbent will work closely with FAO staff to ensure that the organization's strategic objectives are met, particularly in relation to the 2026–2027 Action Plan for these vulnerable countries. The role requires a proactive approach to planning and monitoring, as well as the ability to coordinate inputs from various technical units and regional offices. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing systems and procedures for work planning and results-based monitoring, ensuring that progress is tracked and reported accurately. This position is crucial for facilitating collaboration across FAO units and ensuring that the organization's efforts are aligned with corporate priorities and global commitments.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Consultant/PSA include supporting the preparation of the FAO Vision and Approach for SIDS, LDCs, and LLDCs, coordinating inputs from various stakeholders for the Vision and Approach document, and implementing the 2026–2027 Action Plan. The incumbent will monitor progress, report on results, and identify gaps and opportunities for improvement. Additionally, the role involves facilitating collaboration across FAO units, developing and maintaining systems for work planning and monitoring, preparing analytical briefs and progress reports, and ensuring quality assurance of data related to planning and reporting. The Consultant/PSA will also support the development of a FAO reporting dashboard and contribute to the planning of the report on FAO's work in SIDS, LDCs, and LLDCs from 2020 to 202

• Other relevant duties may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in social sciences, business administration, economics, agriculture, development economics, international development, or related fields. For those with a bachelor's degree, two additional years of relevant professional experience are required. A minimum of five years of relevant experience in planning, monitoring and evaluation, analysis" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">financial analysis, business process analysis, and/or systems development is also necessary. Proficiency in English (level C) is required, along with familiarity with SIDS, LDCs, and LLDCs being a plus.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, business administration, economics, agriculture, development economics, or international development. Candidates with a bachelor's degree must have additional professional experience to qualify. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of planning and evaluation in the context of vulnerable populations and countries.

Experience:
A minimum of five years of relevant experience is required for this position. This experience should encompass areas such as planning, monitoring and evaluation, financial analysis, business process analysis, and systems development. Candidates should demonstrate their ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines, showcasing their proactive planning and organizational skills.

Languages:
A working knowledge of English (proficiency - level C) is mandatory for this position. Additionally, candidates should have intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another official FAO language, which could include Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish. This multilingual capability is beneficial for effective communication within the diverse international context of FAO's operations.

Additional Notes:
The job posting does not specify the contract duration, seniority level, or whether the position is full-time or part-time. However, it is important to note that FAO is committed to recruiting both nationally and internationally, which may provide opportunities for candidates from various backgrounds. Compensation and benefits details are not provided in the job description, but candidates can expect competitive remuneration in line with FAO's standards.