Job Description

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The GEF Project Design Expert will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Sub-Regional Coordinator for the Pacific Islands (SRC). He/She will work under the technical supervision of the SAP Better Environment Module Leader/ LTO, and in close collaboration with National Environmental Expert and PPG Coordinator and International GEF Programme Specialist.


Technical Focus

The GEF Project Design Expert (PDE) will be responsible for designing and formulating the project document in alignment with the national priorities and GEF programming directions. Project formulation activities will involve desk review, project feasibility analysis, multi-stakeholder meetings, and the production of a variety of technical documents as part of the Prodoc.

Tasks and responsibilities

The incumbent will perform the following tasks:

• Conduct desktop reviews, feasibility analyses, and project designs for GEF.
• Provide overall technical guidance to the PPG team in preparation for the FAO-GEF ProDoc, building on approved Project identification form (PIF)/Concept note. 
• Travel to project countries to lead consultations, project inception and validation workshops and collect necessary information.
• Coordinate with PPG team members, compile their deliverables and finalize them by providing necessary inputs.
• Develop a technically sound GEF project document/PIF with necessary annexes well before the GEF deadline.
• Incorporate FAO internal as well as external stakeholder feedback into the project documents, including that obtained through the workshops and consultations.
• Ensure the final PIF/Prodoc package for submission meets all FAO, GEF, and Government requirements.
• Incorporate all the comments of the GEF Secretariat, Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel (STAP), and GEF Council.
• Perform other project related tasks assigned by the supervisor.


CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced University degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Climate Change, Social Science or related fields 
or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization. Consultants with bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience. 
• 5 years of relevant experience in GEF funded project design, and formulation in the Asia-Pacific region 
• Working knowledge of English is required (C1)

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
  • Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
  • 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
  • For more information, visit the FAO employment website
  • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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