Organization: FAO – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Location: Dhaka
Grade: Consultancy – Consultant – Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
Administrative support
Project and Programme Management
Closing Date: 2024-12-05
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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
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All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
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Organizational Setting
The FAO Country Office in Bangladesh (FABGD) is responsible for leading FAO’s response to country priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO’s priority activities in the country. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the Organization in the country and, in collaboration with the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP), Divisions, Offices and Centres at FAO Headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO’s strategic response to these priorities. Through its Country Programming Framework (CPF), the Country Office supports policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, at country level and facilitates the emergence of country partnerships and supports capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region.
Project Synopsis
The Diversified Resilient Agriculture for Improved Food and Nutrition Security (RAINS) project is funded by the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) and implemented by the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) and Department of Agricultural Marketing (DAM), under the overall supervision of Ministry of Agriculture (MoA). The Project,focuses on improving food and nutrition security by promoting resilient, diversified agricultural practices among smallholder farmers. RAINS’ outreach is 420,000 beneficiaries located in in 14 districts of Bangladesh. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations provides Technical Assistance (TA) to the Ministry, aiming at supporting the government institutions in achieving the expected results of RAINS.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Bangladesh and technical supervision of the project LTO, FAO-TA Team Leader and under the direct supervision of the Senior Technical Advisor.
Technical Focus
The incumbent will support the Finance and Operations Specialist and execute assigned tasks in timely and independent manner. The duties and responsibilities include the following\:
Tasks and responsibilities
• Assist in handling day-to-day project administrative and operational tasks;
• Assist in travel/logistic arrangements for national and international affiliate workforce;
• Provide logistic, procurement and administrative support for program activities as required like organizing training, meeting, workshop and seminar;
• Assist in preparing draft notes for file for arranging different activities;
• Assist in keeping documents in appropriate forms of filling;
• Prepare all official domestic and international travel of project staff, Government Officers and other relevant;
• Assist all parties will transport arrangements, hotel reservations, air tickets and preparation of TA;
• Maintain the database of training, workshops, seminars, conferences, field activities;
• Maintain office store with proper control and support in new recruitment;
• Liaise with the Operations Unit in the FAO Representation, for the reporting, planning, and provision of goods and services;
• Create routine office reports including petty cash reports, staff attendance forms correspondence, reports, security approvals, and other forms as required;
• Maintain a vehicle maintenance register, review of fuel consumptions and services
• Perform other duties (such as general correspondence, attendance at meetings, minutes of meetings, reports, follow-up, etc.) as required;
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business Development.
• At least two years of relevant experience in financial and administrative support work.
• Working knowledge of English and Bangla.
• National of Bangladesh.
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Good knowledge of the MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment.
• Good knowledge of the UN common administrative and financial rules and regulations.
• Good knowledge of the UN communication and documentation standards.
• Knowledge of FAO’s corporate financial/travel/human resources systems and administrative procedures will be an asset.
• Courtesy, tact, honesty and ability to maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
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/
For additional employment opportunities 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.
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
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• 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
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• 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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