Deadline: 23 January 2020
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Project Field Assistant in Philippines. The duration of this post is 3 months.
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Project Field Assistant will perform the following functions-
- Assist in the coordination work with DA Regional Field Office, Local Government Units (provincial and municipal levels) and other partners and stakeholders.
- Assist in the conduct of coordination meetings, trainings and field data collection within the cash-based needs assessment in relation to the Typhoon Goni (Rolly).
- Provide feedback to relevant officers and managers on progress of project implementation.
- Anticipate potential programme issues and identify issues that require immediate attention, and providing suggested alternatives to relevant colleagues.
- Contribute in the preparation of accomplishment reports, qualifying the information by project / donor.
- Liaise closely with relevant provincial and municipal partners in the conduct and implementation of programme interventions.
- Assist in maintaining an up-to-date database information system covering technical and administrative operations of the programme.
- Carry out other relevant duties within his/her technical competence as requested by FAO.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have:
- University Degree in agriculture and other related fields with complementary knowledge in agricultural development planning or emergency management related disciplines.
- At least 2 year’s relevant and progressive experience assisting in project implementation at the field level.
- Experience in projects providing cash-based interventions is an advantage.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Tagalog.
- Nationality of Philippines.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit applications through online process.
For more information, visit FAO.
