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Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/017/2012

Deadline for Application: 4th May 2012

Position Title: Training Expert

Grade Level: Short term consultancy

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia

Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia

Duration: 1 month Consultancy

Eligible Candidates: Kenyan and Somali Nationalities

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

He/she will work along with the recruited local NGO, which will facilitate the training.

In particular:

Working together with the recruited local NGO draft a 40 unit training curricula for FAO review and approval prior to training including evaluation forms at the end of the trainings

In collaboration with the approved local organization translate the training curricula into Somali language once revised by FAO, and provide at least 50 books (25 in English & 25 in Somali) of the approved curricula

Facilitate 6 days training

Evaluation of the training by each trainee in English language must be provided to FAO

Submit a narrative final training report

Minimum Requirements

Education:

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Project Management or related field.

Work Experience:

At least three years of professional experience in providing trainings in fish production, processing operations, Business skills and entrepreneurship.

Languages:

Working knowledge of English.

Selection Criteria

Extent of experience in relevant trainings.

Experience of community level planning and participatory activities.

Knowledge of and/or experience with the UN system is an added advantage.

Knowledge of Somali language is an added advantage.

To Apply:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/17/2012 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form (available at http://www.fao.org/VA/adm11e.dot – see following page for guidelines on how to fill it out).

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia [at] fao.org.

The subject line of the e-mail message should read Confidential – FAO/17/2012.

If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked Confidential – FAO/17/2012 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/16/2012

Deadline for Application: 4th May 2012

Position Title: Junior Application Developer – PHP/MYSQL

Grade Level: SC 3

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with potential travel to Somalia

Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia

Duration: 6 Months with possible extension

Eligible Candidates: Kenyan and Somali Nationalities

Specifically, the incumbent will use Using PHP/MYSQL/AJAX and other programming languages, design, develop, and implement a data/information tools to efficiently collect, store, analyze, and distribute data and information, he/she will have the overall tasks of;

Research existing FAOSO tools (FMT, BITS, FIDS, ABCD, D-Space, others) to establish whether existing open source software can be utilized.

Review output formats to better understand expected outputs from the system (to be received from technical managers).

Work with other application developers to establish the changes, bugs, and enhancements for the applications.

Liaise with other application and database developers to ensure the application is integrated into the FIDS and current central database system

Assist in development and implementation of the application in consultation with the information management officer, the team leader, the database programmer, the FIDS application developer, and others.

Receive input from the above-mentioned staffs and modify the application where necessary and test its applicability to ensure it conforms to the specifications and, prepare the necessary technical documentations for the application.

Arrange weekly meetings to receive feedback from above-mentioned staffs and monthly meetings with end users (technical managers).

Bug test software to ensure its reliability and stability.

Perform other related duties as required.

Deliverables:

After 1 MONTH: software enhancements to the FMT software (as per documentation which will be developed during first week)

After 2 MONTHS: software enhancements to the FMT and RC software (as per documentation which will be developed in the 4th week).

Minimum Requirements

Education:

University degree in Computer or Information Science or a related field, or compensated by additional years of experience or by specialized training in web application development.

Work Experience:

At least 2 years of experience in web application development

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English

Selection Criteria

Knowledge of the following Computer Languages:

Frameworks: basic CodeIgniter fine.

Scripting: PHP, HTML, JavaScript, Ajax

Database: MySQL, PostGreSQL

Web Server: Apache

Version Control: SVN, or other

Core Competencies

Systematic and efficient approach to work assignments

Good judgment and analytical ability

Ability to manipulate large data sets, and excellent attention to detail

Employs a proactive approach to foresee road-blocks and resolve them

Excellent communication skills, communicates frequently with colleagues and supervisors

To Apply:

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia [at] fao.org.

The subject line of the e-mail message should read Confidential – FAO/17/2012.

If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked Confidential – FAO/17/2012 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/15/2012

Deadline for Application: 4th May 2012

Position Title: Application Developer – PHP/MYSQL

Grade Level: SC 7

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with potential travel to Somalia

Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia

Duration: 6 Months with possible extension

Eligible Candidates: Kenyan and Somali Nationalities

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

His/her overall tasks;

Research existing FAOSO tools (FMT, BITS, FIDS, ABCD, D-Space, others) to establish whether existing open source software can be utilized.

Review output formats to better understand expected outputs from the system (to be received from technical managers).

Work with other application developers to establish the changes, bugs, and enhancements for the applications.

Liaise with other application and database developers to ensure the application is integrated into the FIDS and current central database system

Arrange weekly meetings to receive feedback from above-mentioned staffs and monthly meetings with end users (technical managers).

Bug test software to ensure its reliability and stability.Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

University degree in Computer or Information Science or a related field, or compensated by additional years of experience or by specialized training in web application development.

Work Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in web application development

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English

Selection Criteria

Knowledge of the following Computer Languages:

Frameworks: CodeIgniter

Scripting: PHP, HTML, JavaScript, Ajax

Database: MySQL, PostGreSQL

Web Server: Apache

Version Control: SVN, or others.

Core Competencies

Systematic and efficient approach to work assignments

Good judgment and analytical ability

Ability to manipulate large data sets, and excellent attention to detail

Employs a proactive approach to foresee road-blocks and resolve them

Excellent communication skills, communicates frequently with colleagues and supervisors.

To Apply:

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia [at] fao.org.

The subject line of the e-mail message should read Confidential – FAO/17/2012.

If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked Confidential – FAO/17/2012 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/14/2012

Deadline for Application: 4th May 2012

Position Title: Natural Resource Officer

Grade Level: KP-1

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia

Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia

Duration: 6 Months with possible extension

Eligible Candidates: Kenyan and Somali Nationalities

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Specifically, he/she will carry out the following duties:

Carry out preparatory work and information gathering related to the development of the FAO Somalia Natural Resource sector including, data and information collection, reports and other studies gathering, logistical support, etc.;

Support the office of the Officer in Charge with daily environmental related tasks including responding to Somali ministries needs, through attending to partners, following up on pending requests, etc.

Contribute to and support the implementation of environmental projects supported by FAO Somalia and ensure high quality work delivered;

Carry out capacity building needs assessments and prepare action plans and advice FAO Somalia on the best way to support Somali line ministries including developing and implementing environmental training short courses; software and hardware needs, monitoring of ongoing environmental projects, etc.

Provide technical contributions, carry out activities and analyses to support the development of a FAO programme on environmental conservation, with a particular focus on sustainable development.

Participate in the environmental review and screening of programmes and projects, including the implementation of environmental impact assessment guidelines;

Assist other sectors in reporting their contributions to the Millennium Development Goals; specifically focusing on Environmental Sustainability (MDG-7), and ensure environmental mainstreaming as well as emerging environmental issues;

Act as Youth focal point and facilitate mainstreaming of youth involvement in FAO Somalia programmes to ensure that the voice and needs of the youth especially those from marginalized communities are take into consideration;

Participate in meetings, make presentations as related;

Perform any other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education

A university degree in environmental science/ Natural Resources, social sciences or a related field.

Work Experience:

At least 3 years of relevant experience in global environmental issues, natural resources management and other social, environmental and institutional aspects of natural resources management.

Languages:

Working knowledge of English (level C) with good interpersonal and communication skills (English language).

Candidates will be assessed against the following

Relevance of academic qualification

At least 3 years of relevant experience in environmental analysis or natural resources management;

Extent of knowledge and experience in global environmental issues including in international organizations, national governments and NGOs

Proven ability in planning, organizing and delivering quality results and meeting deadlines, and in working independently and in multi-disciplinary teams

Demonstrated analytical skills and effective oral and written communication skills in English

Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of multi-disciplinary/ multicultural teams

Computer/word processing skills

Knowledge of and/or experience with the UN system is an advantage.

To Apply:

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia [at] fao.org.

The subject line of the e-mail message should read Confidential – FAO/17/2012.

If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked Confidential – FAO/17/2012 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/13/2012

Deadline for Application: 30th April 2012

Position Title: Veterinarian Officer

Grade Level: SP 3

Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia

Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia

Duration: 6 Months with possible extension

Eligible Candidates: Somali Nationalities

Anticipated Start Date: 15th May 2012

In particular, s/he will:

Be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the project;

Ensure smooth coordination with the FAO, the Ministry of Agriculture and other ongoing intervention activities in south central Somalia response to famine;

Prepare work-plans for and provide technical support related to all three components of the project;

Work closely with the FAO Livestock team in formulating the contractual arrangements (Letters of Agreement);

Provide guidance to the line ministry and field officers for the development of national protocols and guidelines with specific reference to the emergency interventions;

Be responsible for preparing a detailed Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan and closely monitor the progress of the work;

Plan achievement of project objectives and impact in line with the implementation arrangements and obligations of the approved project; implement corrective measures when needed;

Participate in the selection panel for the recruitment of staff/NGOs who will constitute support project implementation;

Ensure adherence to field security procedures of all staff and consultants involved in the implementation of the project;

Prepare reports of field visits and an end-of-assignment report;

Prepare a draft terminal statement using FAO standard format with inputs from other consultants and in consultation with the FAO OiC in Somalia, for review by the lead technical officer and ECTAD Officer and final clearance by AGAH before finalization and submission to the Government, as per established procedures.

Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

A Bachelors degree in Veterinary Medicine

At least 2 years of progressively responsible practical experience of animal disease surveillance and monitoring systems , clinical and diagnostic procedures of Trans-boundary Animal Diseases

Good knowledge of laboratory equipments; practical experience in animal diseases, data management, training on animal health related topics and report writing (English Language)

Must be a Somali National.

Selection Criteria

Veterinary Medicine degree / animal production degree is a full requirement with qualifications in the areas of animal health;

Extent of practical knowledge and experience in Disease Surveillance Systems;

Extent of practical knowledge and experience in training on animal health and understanding of disease diagnostic procedures;

Extent of both oral and written communication skills, including ability to write reports;

Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of the duty station language.

To Apply:

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia [at] fao.org.

The subject line of the e-mail message should read Confidential – FAO/17/2012.

If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked Confidential – FAO/17/2012 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

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