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Animal (Livestock) Production FFS Specialist

Job TypeFull Time

QualificationBA/BSc/HND

Experience3 years

LocationNairobi

Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied

Tasks and responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate with the county provided human resources (CPHR) in the three clusters in consultation with the respective cluster affiliates and the EU project focal point
• Coordinate implementation and reporting by the County Provided HR, of follow-on field actions, context monitoring – after workshops and trainings
• Follow up on timely input of ongoing activities into respective activity monitoring tools in close collaboration with RTEA-MEAL officer.
• Plan and coordinate mobilization for PFS/FFS/Value chain trainings and workshops in support of the three pillars of PLACE.
• Support and organize regular beneficiary data entry and updates into the Project Activity EU reporting and KOBO M&E tool for the Kenya PLACE project.
• Support project implementation in the field, in collaboration with the three cluster affiliates and as directed by the project lead.
• Support the organization of regular cluster-based and cluster joint meetings, including the preparation of minutes and action points.
• Support the development of RFPs and LoAs as requested and guided by the EU PLACE Kenya focal officer and the cluster affiliates.
• Support procurement of animal health inputs vaccines and drugs as directed by the project focal point; Developing technical specification and bidders’ evaluation.
• Support monitoring of LoA implementation as requested and directed by the officers responsible.
• PLACE Grant facility FAOKE Focal person+; Provide technical and coordination support to the SME Grant Facility in close collaboration with RTEA.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Manager–RL&CC and the EU project focal point.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

University degree in Animal Health and Production from a recognized university; A masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in livestock health and/or animal production with a bachelor’s degree.

Working knowledge of English and Kiswahili.

National of Kenya.

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus

Teamwork

Communication

Building Effective Relationships

Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Experience in coordinating and organizing trainings, workshops and community meetings, including with cooperatives. Good report-writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of gender-, youth- and conflict-sensitive programming.

Selection Criteria

Previous experience working with Government, the United Nations, international NGOs or development partners will be an added advantage.

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).

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.

• Coordinate and communicate with the county provided human resources (CPHR) in the three clusters in consultation with the respective cluster affiliates and the EU project focal point
• Coordinate implementation and reporting by the County Provided HR, of follow-on field actions, context monitoring – after workshops and trainings
• Follow up on timely input of ongoing activities into respective activity monitoring tools in close collaboration with RTEA-MEAL officer.
• Plan and coordinate mobilization for PFS/FFS/Value chain trainings and workshops in support of the three pillars of PLACE.
• Support and organize regular beneficiary data entry and updates into the Project Activity EU reporting and KOBO M&E tool for the Kenya PLACE project.
• Support project implementation in the field, in collaboration with the three cluster affiliates and as directed by the project lead.
• Support the organization of regular cluster-based and cluster joint meetings, including the preparation of minutes and action points.
• Support the development of RFPs and LoAs as requested and guided by the EU PLACE Kenya focal officer and the cluster affiliates.
• Support procurement of animal health inputs vaccines and drugs as directed by the project focal point; Developing technical specification and bidders’ evaluation.
• Support monitoring of LoA implementation as requested and directed by the officers responsible.
• PLACE Grant facility FAOKE Focal person+; Provide technical and coordination support to the SME Grant Facility in close collaboration with RTEA.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Manager–RL&CC and the EU project focal point.

• Experience in coordinating and organizing trainings, workshops and community meetings, including with cooperatives. Good report-writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of gender-, youth- and conflict-sensitive programming.

• University degree in Animal Health and Production from a recognized university; A masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in livestock health and/or animal production with a bachelor’s degree.
• Working knowledge of English and Kiswahili.
• National of Kenya.
• FAO Core Competencies: Results Focus, Teamwork, Communication, Building Effective Relationships, Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
• Technical/Functional Skills: Experience in coordinating and organizing trainings, workshops and community meetings, including with cooperatives. Good report-writing and presentation skills. Knowledge of gender-, youth- and conflict-sensitive programming.
• Previous experience working with Government, the United Nations, international NGOs or development partners will be an added advantage.