Project Expert at Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Tasks and responsibilities

The Project Expert, through his/her work, will contribute to implementation of the project activities among which include:  

• Provide high-level strategic oversight and technical guidance to ensure project activities adhere to set timelines and objectives. 
• Perform periodic strategic reviews of project progress, advising on overall implementation rather than managing day-to-day tasks. 
• Advise on training needs and contribute to high-level capacity-building strategies for the One Health approach Focus on strategic advisory rather than operational administration. 
• Organise periodic strategic reviews to align project direction with evolving One Health priorities. 
• Analyse trends in project performance and advise on corrective measures. 
• Recommend periodic strategic stakeholder forums or workshops. 
• Monitor the financial impact of strategic decisions and provide advisory input when necessary. 
• Recommend establishing partnerships with specialised training institutions for ongoing development. 
• Ensure the project activities are aligned with ongoing pandemic-related activities in the region, fostering collaboration and harmonization of efforts. 
• Review and provide feedback on project reports from implementing partners, ensuring their alignment with the project objectives and quality standards. 
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure coherent implementation of project activities. 
• Review project reports submitted by implementing partners, providing constructive feedback and evaluations based. 
• Support the Programme Coordinator to ensure the alignment of project activities with national animal health policies and priorities of government are met and adhered. 
• Participate in the project steering committees meeting and other key strategic meetings with the project team. 
• Provide regular progress updates to the FAOR, highlighting key achievements and areas of improvement. 
• Advise on communication strategies and offer high-level insights to enhance stakeholder engagement. 
• Where necessary participate in country missions with project partners including One Health Initiatives. 
• Undertake other relevant tasks mutually agreed and deemed necessary by the FAO Representation. 

Minimum Requirements 

• Advanced university degree in Veterinary Science with PhD. 
• More than 10 years’ experience (Category A) in Veterinary Epidemiology, with special emphasis on zoonotic and transboundary animal diseases. 
• Working knowledge of English.