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Rural Institutions and Farmers Organizations Consultant Roster - C1  

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Italy, Lazio, Rome

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Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation

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Date of last update: 2024-10-11 (Expiry date:  2024-12-02)

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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. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.

 

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Organizational Setting

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 by investing in rural people. IFAD finances projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes and advocates at the local, national, and international levels for rural transformation policies.
 

Two divisions, Environment, Climate, Gender, and Social Inclusion Division (ECG); the (ii) Sustainable Production, Markets, and Institutions Division (PMI), provide expert guidance on IFAD's strategic direction, thematic priorities, and technical quality of IFAD's operations. They play a critical role in providing technical expertise to operational teams to enhance development effectiveness, by generating and disseminating IFAD's development knowledge and evidence on strategic themes and encouraging innovative application of cutting-edge global knowledge and evidence in IFAD investments to support countries tackle their most complex development challenges in fostering inclusive and sustainable rural transformation. 
 

PMI facilitates improved and efficient delivery of IFAD's corporate mandate, predominantly through the quality of the design and implementation of its policies, country strategies and projects. PMI has four main areas of support:  (i) Technical support to IFAD Country Programmes to ensure the proper application of corporate quality standards required for achieving development results and impact in various thematic areas (food production systems i.e., fisheries, livestock, and agronomy, land, natural resources management, water and rural infrastructure, financial services, rural markets and enterprises and rural institutions); (ii) Knowledge Management (KM) for the generation and use of evidence and knowledge in IFAD projects and activities; (iii) Policy engagement to contribute to policy dialogue at the country level in close coordination with the Regional Divisions; (iv) Networking and strategic partnerships: PMI engages in strategic partnerships and selected policy processes pertaining to agricultural and rural development, poverty reduction and food security at country, regional or global levels.

 

PMI Rural Institutions (RI) Desk

Within PMI, the specific role of the Rural Institutions (RI) desk is to provide authoritative technical support and guidance on how to analyze, develop, strengthen, or partner with rural institutions in a perspective of inclusive and sustainable rural transformation. The RI desk also manages directly several capacity building programmes (FO4 programmesGAFSP PO window pipeline) and coordinates the Farmers- Forum (FAFO) at IFAD. 

The RI Desk focusses on four types of institutions, organizations, and related public policies: i) the organizations of rural poor people (smallholder producers- organizations, community-based organizations, water users- associations, etc.), ii) the farmers centered/led agricultural and advisory services institutions, iii) the community and territorial development institutions, and iv) the institutional set up of agricultural and rural development projects and programmes.

 

The Rural Institutions / Farmers' Organizations Consultant Roster: Purpose and Application Process

The IFAD's rural Institutions/ farmers' organizations consultant roster will include qualified experts interested in working on IFAD consultancy assignments in this specific area of expertise. The roster will be used by IFAD staff, including from regional operational divisions (or any other division in IFAD requiring this expertise) seeking for a rural institutions/ farmers' organizations expert.

To create this Roster, IFAD is looking for qualified, experienced, and motivated rural institutions / farmers- organizations experts interested in providing consulting services to IFAD and the projects and programmes it finances and supports.

Please note your application does not imply automatic placement on the roster. Applicants to this call for interest will undergo a selection process: (i) initial screening to check minimum requirements, (ii) a more in-depth assessment and/or possible short interviews. Successfully going through these steps is required to be included in IFAD's consultants- roster. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee any immediate assignment but is a pre-condition for being considered for future assignments for which a specific contracting process will be required.

 

Key Functions and Results

Note: It is important to note that IFAD is not seeking candidates with expertise in all thematic areas outlined below. Instead, differentiated profiles suited to various potential assignments will be assessed.

Main areas of experience/expertise required for the RIs/FOs consultants include:


General Areas of Experience:

  • Experience in the field of RIs/FOs at different levels, including the design and implementation of rural development projects, programmes and policies, and the development of partnerships with farmers' organizations.

  • Demonstrated experience in leading and/or participating in field missions to design and/or support the implementation of projects supporting RIs/FOs.

  • Proven experience in developing technical guidance for agricultural and/or rural development programmes, particularly in providing knowledge and advice on access to finance, defining services, policy engagement, and capacity-building mechanisms for RIs/FOs.

  •  Experience in supporting community-based organisations for sustainability of development projects.

  •  Specific experience in working directly with RIs/ FOs would be an asset.

Specific Areas of Expertise:

Strengthen partnership with RIs/FOs:

  • Conducting a mapping and profiling of RIs and FOs;

  • Carrying out an institutional assessment of RIs and FOs;

  • Providing support to smallholder RIs/FOs to obtain a legal formal status;

  • Building partnerships with RIs/FOs to strengthen their economic activities and organizational/managerial capacities, engaging relevant stakeholders and policymakers.

  • Providing support to develop and strengthen FOs' governing bodies;

  • Assisting RIs and FOs in advocating for favourable policies, regulations, and institutional frameworks supporting smallholder farmers- interests and rights;

  • Identifying key intervention areas and developing project components to empower and strengthen RIs/FOs;

  • Supporting participatory and inclusive approaches (specially for women and youth) of RIs/FOs- projects/programmes design and implementation;

  • Deep knowledge of FOs' business models, conducting economic viability assessments;

  • Developing training material dedicated on how to engage with FOs (main audience IFAD staff, IFAD government partners and IFAD-funded projects);

  • Conducting conflict analysis, mediation, and peacebuilding strategies to address conflicts related to land, water, natural resource management, and inter-community relations in rural areas.

Technical Advice and Support:

  • Experience in field missions:

    • Participating as a team lead/member in project design, supervision, mid-term review, and completion missions;

    • Evaluating project/programme performance, identifying best practices and lessons learnt;

    • Providing recommendations to enhance engagement with RIs/FOs;

    • Conducting institutional analyses at project/programme design to enhance implementation mechanisms, identifying key institutions for delivery and potential partnerships/linkages with FOs.

  • Improving knowledge and technical capacities of FOs to ensure integration into relevant value chains and increase members- access to finance and to competitive markets;

  • Developing and implementing institutional strengthening and capacity-building initiatives;

  • Developing KM/COM strategies and enhancing KM and M&E frameworks for RIs/FOs, based on experiences and case studies within rural development projects;

  • Supporting FOs- participation in multi-stakeholder platforms or other partnership and b2b alliances to enhance marketing and help smallholder farmers get fair prices for their products;

  • Developing ICTs and digital solutions/innovations in different areas (production, climate information, market, finance) supporting smallholder farmers through RIs/FOs;

  • Designing and implementing public policies and programmes focused on FOs/RIs, including M&E activities to evaluate effectiveness and impact;

  • Expertise in FOs/RIs-led advisory services (farmer to farmer support, FO-led farmer field schools, relay/endogenous farmers training approaches) to promote innovative and improved production methods tailored to the needs and capacities of FOs/RIs, enhancing resilience and sustainability in agricultural practices.
     

Job Profile Requirements

Education:

  • Advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) from an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.php in a job-related field (*).
  • The advanced university degree may be substituted by a first university degree and at least four (4) additional years of relevant professional experience over and above the minimum number of years of experience as stipulated below.

(*) Areas of study: 

Development and Social Sciences: 

  • Rural/Community Development.
  • Rural Sociology.
  • Development Studies.
  • International Development.
  • Political Sciences.
  • Anthropology.

Agricultural and Environmental Studies:

  • Agricultural Sciences.
  • Agricultural Engineering.
  • Agribusiness Management.
  • Environmental Sciences.
  • Sustainable Development.

Management and Organizational Studies:

  • Project Management. 
  • Institutional Development.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation.
  • Knowledge Management.

Economics and Business Studies.

  • Economics.
  • Business Administration.
  • Finance.
  • Institutional Economics.
  • Public Administration.
  • Public Policy.


Experience: 

IFAD is looking for consultants with various levels of expertise/experience as described below:

  • Lead level expert - over 12 years of relevant professional experience (P-5).
  • Senior level expert - over 8 years of relevant professional experience (P-4).
  • Mid-level expert - over 5 years- experience (P-3).
  • Entry level expert - over 2 years-experience.
     

Lead, senior and mid-level candidates should have a strong background of regional contexts and demonstrated regional experience of targeted areas.

 

Language Skills:

Fluency in English is mandatory. Additionally, fluency in French, Spanish, Arabic, and Portuguese may be required depending on the geographic area where the assignments of the consultants will be focused.

 

Other Information

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

In the interest of making most cost-effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. 

Consultancies play a critical role in the execution of IFAD's mandate and our impact on the ground. Please note your application does not imply automatic placement on the roster. Applicants to this call for interest will undergo a selection process: (i) initial screening to check minimum requirements, (ii) a more in-depth assessment and/or possible short interviews. Successfully going through these steps is required to be included in IFAD's consultants- roster. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee any immediate assignment but is a pre-condition for being considered for future assignments for which a specific contracting process will be required. 

Consultants are not considered IFAD staff. A consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension or conversion to another type of contract with the Fund. Remuneration will be in line with the standards set for UN consultants.

Given the diverse technical nature of the assignments, IFAD is looking for consultants of varying ability above the minimum threshold stated.

Consultants can be recruited for a maximum of 240 days in 1 calendar year and 960 days in 5 calendar years. 

For any questions or further clarification needed about the terms of reference for the consultant roster, please feel free to contact farmersforum@ifad.org  

 

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Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%

Type of contract: Staff (Temporary)

Macro-area: Western and Central Europe without Switzerland

Level of experience: Junior Professional, 1 to 3 years

Area of work Definition: Agriculture, Forestry, Livestock, Rural Development

Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations

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The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.   By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions.  Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage.   The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.  Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee  THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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Information Systems Officer - P3

Italy, Apulia, Brindisi - OCHA empImg

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Setting and Reporting  The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) provides critical Supply Chain, Geospatial, Information and  Telecommunications Technologies services and Training to all Secretariat Entities, Peacekeeping and Special Political Missions, Agencies, Funds and Programmes of the UN system worldwide.  This position is located in the Platform Support Unit (PSU) of the Infrastructure Operations Section (IOS) within the Service for Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies (SGITT) at UNGSC, Brindisi, Italy.  The incumbent of the post will report to the Chief PSU.   Responsibilities  Within limits of delegated authority, the Information Systems Officer may be responsible for the following duties:  • Manages projects involving feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development and implementation of new, moderately complex systems and participates as a member of a development team with responsibility for major components of the more complex systems. • Ensures that Platform Support Unit service support KPIs are constantly met. • Manages Hybrid Cloud platform projects and operations following best practices. • Develops detailed system and other functional specifications and user documentation for major systems. • Provides specialized advice to users, analyzing users' requirements and translating these into new applications; determines application systems integration and linkage issues. • Maintains, upgrades or enhances existing user systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing user support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems, etc.  • Develops and maintains computer programs that require integration of many interrelated systems and program elements; ensures appropriate data security and access controls considering both local and wide area issues. • Organizes and performs unit and integrated testing, designing and utilizing test bases; assists users in acceptance testing. • Develops training materials, operating and user manuals; trains staff in assigned systems. • Develops disaster recovery plans and ensures appropriate planning and training of those responsible. • Researches, analyzes and evaluates new technologies and makes recommendations for their deployment. • Participates in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system requirements, information strategy, etc. • Prepares standard operations procedures (SOPs). • Facilitates communications between Platform Support Unit (PSU) and its clients for good client relations. Serves as coordinator in the development of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between the client and PSU for either specific IT services or general technology support, including any charge back mechanisms. • Handles all aspects of contract administration including establishment of service level agreements with vendors and chargeback policy for users. • Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provides insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Provides guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff, consultants, etc. • Perform other relevant duties as required.   Competencies  PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of a wide range of information systems with adequate skills for leading a team through the installation, maintenance and operation of these systems. Ability to analyse, review, and make recommendations to improve the delivery of information systems services. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.  COMMUNICATION:  Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.  PLANNING & ORGANIZING:  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Education  Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification  Certification in Project Management (PRINCE2® Practitioner, PMI/PMP) is desirable.    ITIL Foundation certification is desirable.    Cloud related certifications are desirable.    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.     Work Experience  A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related area is required.    Experience in managing complex projects related to hybrid cloud platforms is required.    Experience in managing geographically distributed teams is desirable.    Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. Languages  English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in both oral and written English is required. Assessment  Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice  This position is open for recruitment for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension.  The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.  Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. United Nations Considerations  According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.  The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship.  Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.  Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.   By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions.  Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage.   The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.  Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee  THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 
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