Autore annuncio: Arca24 Zona lavoro: Rome, Roma Data pubblicazione: 09 gennaio 2025
Descrizione offerta:
Categoria: Altro
Luogo di lavoro: Rome
Organizational Setting
The position advertised is co-terminus, i.e. subject to limited duration and funding. The successful candidate will be granted a co-terminus appointment strictly limited in duration to the funding of the specific project and/or assignment. Any extension, if applicable, will be contingent upon the availability of the same funding source, the continued existence of the position, and functional needs.
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people.
Job Role
The Senior Technical Specialist serves as IFAD's technical expert in their area of expertise. The position supports country/regional programs by providing state-of-the-art global technical advice throughout the project cycle, as well as contributes to the corporate agenda.
Key Functions and Results
1. SENIOR TECHNICAL ADVICE: The Senior Technical Specialist provides technically authoritative advice on their area of specialization to improve the capacity of IFAD.
2. KNOWLEDGE AND ADVISORY SERVICES: Enhances the development of viable and sustainable policies and supports regional and global thematic input through authoritative technical knowledge sharing.
3. PARTNERSHIP BUILDING AND OUTREACH ACTIVITIES: Develops and maintains a network of strategic partnerships that can help advance IFAD's mandate.
4. MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING: Supports the Director/Lead Technical Specialists in knowledge management and other monitoring and reporting activities.
5. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: Accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources.
Key Performance Indicators
Assignments require the provision of authoritative technical expertise in the field of specialization. The impact of work by the incumbent directly affects country programmes and contributes to regional and corporate policy and strategy.
Job Profile Requirements
Organizational Competencies:
* Building relationships and partnerships
* Communicating and negotiating
* Demonstrating leadership
Education:
* Advanced university degree from an accredited institution in the field of specialization
Experience:
* At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in development initiatives.
Languages:
* Required: English
* Desirable: French, Spanish, or Arabic
Skills:
* Advocacy
* Knowledge strategy & management
Other Information
Applicants should note that IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD.
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