Analyze your CV for National Consultant - Value Chain/Youth at Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations(FAO)

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nation(FAO), leads international efforts to alleviate hunger, eliminate poverty and achieve food and nutrition security for all.At present, FAO is supporting a number of interventions related to agriculture(crop, Livestock, Fisheries & forestry) development of inclusive and sustainable food systems that effectively link smallholders to processing, value addition and end markets supplying higher value, nutritious and differentiated food products. FAO support is also aimed at the creation of decent jobs and income opportunities in the country, especially for youthsFor this reason, FAO would like to recruit a consultant who will oversee value chain development interventions in the country.Reporting LinesThe national consultant - Value chain / Youth Employment report to the FAO representative under the direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative(Programme)Tasks and responsibilities:The national consultant - Value chain / Youth Employment will undertake the following duties:Co-ordinate the implementation of project sustainable agricultural value chain development in Tanzania, which includes; technical supervision to the project team, financial management, monitoring and reportingProvide technical assistance to FAO partners in agricultural value chain development, private sector development, business development services and marketing Co-ordinate and support FAO’s efforts in promoting youth development in agriculture and collaborate with the agriculture lead ministries, government institutions other UN agencies, private sector and service providers implementing similar projectMaintain and develop strong partnership with organise private sector organisations, cooperatives, partners, collaborators and development finance institutionsSupport the development of agribusiness training material, data, information. More specifically identifying training and data needs and ensure effective development and deliverySupport studies and surveys related to agribusiness such as value chain analysis, enterprise assessment, business appraisalsRepresent FAO in meetings, presentations, and other dialogues with governments, private sector, other partners, collaborators and donors organisation in relation to value chain development and youth involvement in agricultureOrganise and facilitate discussions on agribusiness investment-related policy issues involving representatives of the private and public sector, with a view to reaching consensus on improved policiesProvide technical assistance focusing on strengthening value chain actors skills, best practices, access to finance and other services for commodity-specific value chain developmentTo work closely with the programme team to identify opportunities for expanding the FAO-Tanzania field programme and to undertake resource mobilization for future activities, including development of concepts notes;Undertaking other duties as might be assigned by the FAO representatives and/or Assistant FAO Representative(Programmes)CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED  AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum RequirementsAdvanced university degree preferably in agriculture economics, business management, agribusiness or a related fieldCompetenciesResults focusTeamworkCommunicationBuilding effective relationshipsKnowledge sharing and continuous improvementTechnical/Functional Skills5 years working experience in knowledge and practical experience in agribusiness development including enterprise, value chain and agroindustry developmentDemonstrated ability to work effectively with both the private and public sectorExperience with the value chain development approaches within agricultureExperience within the market systems development in agriculture Experience with agricultural financing Experience in project formulation and management preferably with a focus on a value chain development.Selection CriteriaCandidates should be Tanzanians;Academic qualifications; Advanced university degree in(for consultants)Extent and relevance of work experience;Document writing skillsDUTY STATIONS: Dar es Salaam and ZanzibarDURATION: June 2018 to May  2019HOW TO APPLYTo apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at Fao and complete your online profile. Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be consideredCandidates are required to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.Applications should be sent with a detailed CV and Personal Profile Form to:FAO RepresentativeHouse H Sida, Ada EstateAli Hassan Mwinyi Road - Opposite DSTV OfficeP.O Box 2 Dar es SalaamTanzaniaEmail: FAO-TZ@fao.orgRemuneration:Based on UN service contracts remuneration rates for Tanzania