Operations Consultant - FAO Coordination Office for the West Bank and Gaza Strip Programme, Jerusalem, with travel to the West Bank and Gaza Strip FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Closing Date: 19-March-2017

Operations Consultant - 
FAO Coordination Office for the West Bank and Gaza Strip Programme, Jerusalem, with travel to the West Bank and Gaza Strip  
FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations 
Closing Date: 19-March-2017

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Tasks and responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Operations Officer, the overall supervision of the Head of Office and in close collaboration with the Head of Programme and other relevant personnel as appropriate, the incumbent will:  Ensure the smooth functioning of projects’ operations, consistent service delivery and continuous evaluation and readjustment/improvement of the operational environment to reflect the Office’s evolving needs.  Ensure effective and efficient delivery of the programme and project activities of the Office at country level. In particular, s/he will undertake and accomplish the following tasks: Key Functions  Participate in project teams, collaborates in new project formulation and provide technical and/or administrative support to ongoing operational projects.  Assist programme personnel in the preparation of project work plans, monitor progress and, where necessary, identify corrective measures to overcome operational constraints.  Assist with the management of the project budget and prepares revisions as required.  Coordinate actions related to timely field project completion/closure, including identification of project follow-up requirements.  Establish and maintain partnership with HQ units related to donor liaison, finance, procurement, legal matters, partnerships, security and technical specialties as and when required.  Liaise with UNDP’s Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (PAPP) and other UN Organizations, as well as relevant authorities and partners to obtain/exchange information and ensure coordination for FAO interventions.  Ensure compliance with UNDSS security requirements for personnel, premises and assets.