National Project Manager/Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Established in 1945, FAO's mission is 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. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO operates in over 130 countries worldwide, providing policy advice, technical assistance, and support for sustainable agrifood systems. FAO Country Offices work under corporate guidance to deliver on programmatic priorities aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, ensuring effective operations and resource management.

Job Overview:
The National Project Manager/Coordinator will play a crucial role in the implementation of the project titled 'UGANDA REDD-plus RBP for results period 2016-2017', which is funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF). This project aims to address the main drivers of deforestation and forest degradation in Uganda while promoting sustainable development in the land use and forestry sector. The coordinator will be responsible for organizing work plans, procurement plans, and budgets to ensure effective project implementation. This position requires regular stakeholder engagement and collaboration with various partners, including government agencies and implementing partners, to achieve the project's objectives. The role involves overseeing the daily management of the project team and ensuring compliance with FAO, GCF, and Ugandan government procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the National Project Manager/Coordinator include leading the daily management and coordination of the project team and activities, developing and updating project-related documents, ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, coordinating inter-agency and inter-ministerial activities, organizing regular coordination with implementing partners, supporting the convening of the Project Board and Project Steering Committee, coordinating technical reporting to FAO and GCF, supervising technical personnel and implementing partners, liaising with FAO technical units, supporting strategic alignment with the FAO Country Programming Framework, representing the project in external engagements, and carrying out any other tasks as requested.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in forestry, natural resource management, or a related field. They should have a minimum of ten years of relevant experience in natural resources management, forest and/or land management, and REDD, including knowledge of the REDD process and experience in implementing emission reduction actions. A working knowledge of English at level C is required, and candidates must be nationals of Uganda.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a university degree in forestry, natural resource management, or a related field. Candidates should ensure that their qualifications are recognized by the World Higher Education Database (WHED).

Experience:
Candidates should have at least ten years of relevant experience in natural resources management, forest and/or land management, and REDD. Experience in implementing emission reduction actions, including social forestry and sustainable supply chains, is essential. Experience working in multiple locations or areas, particularly in field positions, is desirable.

Languages:
A working knowledge of English at level C is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not specified as a requirement.

Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Candidates must be medically fit for appointment and meet any residency or visa requirements. The appointment is subject to security clearances. For additional employment opportunities, candidates can visit the FAO employment website.