Rural Institutions and Farmers Organizations Consultant Roster - C1Site: Italy, Lazio, RomeSector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International CooperationRole: OtherDate of last update: 2024-10-11 (Expiry date: 2024-12-02)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 programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national, and international levels for policies that contribute to rural transformation.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 a rural institutions/farmers' organizations expert.Key Functions and ResultsNote: 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 (especially 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;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 ME 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 supporting smallholder farmers through RIs/FOs;Designing and implementing public policies and programmes focused on FOs/RIs, including ME activities to evaluate effectiveness and impact;Expertise in FOs/RIs-led advisory services 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 RequirementsEducation:Advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) from an accredited institution 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.
(*) Areas of study:Development and Social Sciences: Rural/Community Development, International Development, Political Sciences.Agricultural and Environmental Studies: Agricultural Sciences, Agribusiness Management, 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:Lead level expert - over 12 years of relevant professional experience.Senior level expert - over 8 years of relevant professional experience.Mid-level expert - over 5 years of experience.Entry level expert - over 2 years of experience.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 InformationIFAD 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.
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