National Assessment and Value Chain Specialist

FAO

The incumbent will be responsible for coordination of the day-to-day activities assigned by the Head of the Assessment and Analysis Unit. These activities include:

Data Collection and Processing:

o Support development and implement data collection tools and methodologies, including surveys and questionnaires.
o Ensure data quality, accuracy, and consistency throughout the collection process.
o Process and analyze collected data using appropriate statistical software and techniques.

Value Chain Assessment:

o Conduct comprehensive assessments of agricultural value chains, including mapping of actors, analysis of bottlenecks and constraints, and identification of opportunities for improvement.
o Provide recommendations for enhancing value chain efficiency, resilience, and inclusiveness.
o Contribute to the development of value chain development strategies and action plans.

Capacity Building and Coordination:

o Build the capacity of local enumerators and partners on data collection methods, tools, and quality assurance.
o Prepare training materials and conduct training sessions for data collectors.
o Coordinate data collection activities with local enumerator service providers and ensure adherence to established protocols.

Secondary Data Review and Analysis:

o Track, review, and explore secondary data sources relevant to food security, livelihoods, agriculture, value chains, and recovery.
o Collate and synthesize information from various information hubs and databases.
o Contribute to the development of publications, including reports, briefs, and notes, based on secondary data analysis.

Presentation and Reporting:

o Participate in the analysis and interpretation of assessment findings.
o Support development of visually compelling presentation tools, such as notes, slides, and reports.
o Assist in the preparation of technical reports and briefs summarizing assessment findings and recommendations.

Contract and Procurement Management:

o Timely initiate and prepare Letters of Agreement (LoAs) with service providers.
o Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, and reporting of service providers.
o Contribute to the maintenance and updating of the procurement plan.
o Follow up on payments to service providers to ensure timely and accurate disbursement.

Technical Expertise in the field of Geographical Indications:

o Support FAO project teams with technical expertise for the activities related to assessment of the pre-conditions, step-by-step planning and implementation of the projects related to establishment of the new geographical indications.

Other Duties:

o Perform any other duties as required by the FAO team and other project-related activities.