Reporting LinesThe technical specialist will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Europe and Central Asia, the direct supervision of FAO REU Land Tenure Officer and in close coordination with international and national experts.
The specialist may be engaged on a short or long-term basis for the specific needs of the technical team in the area of Land Tenure with possibility to be assigned as a Team Leader on specific land tenure projects.
Technical Focus Technical knowledge in the area of Land Tenure, in particular state land management, land market development, land consolidation and land abandonment.Tasks and responsibilitiesConsultant/PSA shall possess the expertise to conduct some of the following tasks:• Provide technical assistance to the Lead Agency for land consolidation and other relevant institutions involved in the land consolidation implementation including assessing the progress, identifying constraints and providing recommendations to alleviate them.
• Provide technical assistance related to land policy, access to land, land market development, state land management, instruments to address land abandonment and development of land administration systems.• Facilitate the cooperation between the FAO national staff and the MAFWE team involved in the implementation of land consolidation projects, including the steps and progress related to the sustainability.• Take the lead in guiding/directing/coordinating (both in process and content) technical design, re-allotment planning and implementation of land consolidation projects.• Take an active role in the procurement of services for implementation of land consolidation projects related activities.• Support the supervision of the contractual obligations of the Service Providers in accordance with the respective Service Contracts.
• Coordinate the planning, preparation and execution of backstopping missions of FAO Technical Officers and international consultants.• Lead the process of development of training programmes (capacity building of public officials responsible for land consolidation and sustainable land management).• Take the lead in formulating the relevant activity and work plans, including the organization of, and participation in relevant project workshops, such as national workshops, training workshops, etc.• Prepare annual progress reports and terminal reports.• Provide technical advice within the context of the Voluntary Guidelines on the Responsible Governance of Tenure of Land, Fisheries and Forests in the Context of National Food Security (VGGT).• Carry out other activities within the technical competence as requested.• Provide monthly reports on activities done.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum Requirements• A master's degree or higher in fields such as land administration, land management, law, agriculture, economy or related disciplines.• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and technical assistance, preferably related to land management, land administration, rural development or agriculture.• Working knowledge of English.FAO Core Competencies• Results Focus• Teamwork• Communication• Building Effective Relationships• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous ImprovementTechnical/Functional Skills• Experience in providing technical assistance to government ministries and agencies.• Experience in the design, planning, and implementation of technical assistance projects related to land tenure.• Experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including government bodies, international organizations, and service providers.• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team.• In-depth knowledge of land consolidation processes, re-allotment planning, and related technical aspects.• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify constraints and recommend solutions.• Proficiency in preparing detailed reports, including annual progress reports and terminal reports.• Good command of English language is required, including experience in writing analytical reports.
• Ability and self-initiative to carry out assigned tasks within deadlines in a team as well as under minimal supervision.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.
