National Project Assistant for FOLUR

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (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, make agriculture, forestry, and fisheries more productive and sustainable, reduce rural poverty, and enable inclusive and efficient agricultural and food systems. The organization is committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and works closely with governments, civil society, and the private sector to promote sustainable agricultural practices and policies.

Job Overview:
The National Project Assistant for FOLUR will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of the project aimed at strengthening sustainability in commodity and food systems in Indonesia. This position is office-based at the FAO Indonesia Country Office and the FOLUR Project Management Unit (PMU) in Jakarta. The incumbent will work under the overall administrative supervision of the FAO Representative in Indonesia and will directly report to the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme). The primary focus of this role is to assist the National Project Manager (NPM) and the PMU in implementing UNDP, FAO, and project’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while adhering to the Government of Indonesia’s regulations. The assistant will be involved in various aspects of project management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management, ensuring that the project aligns with its objectives and delivers sustainable outcomes for the agricultural sector in Indonesia.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The National Project Assistant will have a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Planning Aspects: Collecting, compiling, and summarizing data on project-related topics for integration into project planning. Assisting in the formulation of annual and quarterly work plans under the Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Forestry. Preparing and reviewing project supporting documents for compliance with relevant rules and procedures. Coordinating with technical teams and related ministries to ensure integration of activities.
• Implementation Aspects: Supporting the preparation and implementation of project activities, collecting and consolidating data related to project progress, and reviewing project expenditures against the proposed budget. Assisting in identifying challenges during project implementation and discussing them with the PMU.
• Monitoring Aspects: Developing tools for project monitoring and evaluation, assisting in monitoring project activities, and providing inputs for progress reports. Participating in field visits to document project implementation.
• Reporting Aspects: Collecting and analyzing data related to project progress, supporting the preparation of project reports, and maintaining a sound filing system for project activities.
• Knowledge Management Aspects: Identifying opportunities for knowledge generation and sharing, supporting the preparation of workshops and training, and documenting success stories from project beneficiaries.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, forestry, rural livelihoods, development management, integrated landscape management, or other relevant fields. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in project management, preferably in agriculture or rural development, is required. Candidates should have a working knowledge of English and Bahasa Indonesia, and must be a national of Indonesia or a resident with a valid work permit. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate core competencies such as results focus, teamwork, communication, and knowledge sharing, along with technical skills in project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as agriculture, forestry, rural livelihoods, development management, or integrated landscape management. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of agricultural systems and project management in the context of sustainable development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in project management, with a preference for candidates who have experience in agriculture or rural development projects. This experience should include familiarity with project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting processes, as well as an understanding of the regulatory environment in Indonesia.

Languages:
Candidates must have a working knowledge (level C) of both English and Bahasa Indonesia. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication within the project team and with stakeholders, as well as for the preparation of project documentation and reports.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and involves project management support duties. FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, and applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Candidates should note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). The appointment will be subject to certification of medical fitness, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.