National Natural Resources Expert

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  • Added Date: Thursday, 05 June 2025
  • Deadline Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025
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Organizational Setting

The FAO Representation in Libya is responsible for the development, promotion, supervision, and implementation of programmes and strategies jointly prepared with the Government in the areas of food, agriculture, and rural development. It also maintains strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including government institutions and financial and technical partners.

Reporting Lines

The expert will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Libya, the direct supervision of the Land and Water Technical Officer, and the Project Coordinators. ย 

Technical Focus

This mission supports the implementation of projects in sustainable land and water management, with a strong focus on capacity development. It involves coordinating field activities, field data, and leading multidisciplinary teams. The role aims to mainstream climate-resilient and integrated natural resource practices into national development frameworks.

Tasks and responsibilities

โ€ข ย  ย Provide technical and operational support for the implementation and monitoring of projects and activities.
โ€ข ย  ย Prepare work plan for projects activities.
โ€ข ย  ย Draft technical reports on project deliverables, concept notes, and project proposal documents.
โ€ข ย  ย Review consultant reports to ensure compliance with terms of reference and specifications prior to submission for LTO approval.
โ€ข ย  ย Capitalize on existing and emerging information to develop knowledge products and tools that ensure the sustainability of acquired knowledge.
โ€ข ย  ย Organize training workshops and meetings with relevant partners.
โ€ข ย  ย Support effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
โ€ข ย  ย Perform any other related tasks as may be assigned.


CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING


Minimum Requirements ย  ย 

โ€ข ย  ย Advanced university degree (Minimum master) in water resources management, environmental science, natural resource management, agricultural engineering, or a related field.
โ€ข ย  ย At least 5 yearsโ€™ experience in sustainable water management, land and natural resource governance, or integrated natural resource planning in Libya
โ€ข ย  ย Working knowledge of English and Arabic.
โ€ข ย  ย National of Libya or resident in the country with a regular work permit.


FAO Core Competencies

โ€ข ย  ย Results Focus
โ€ข ย  ย Teamwork
โ€ข ย  ย Communication
โ€ข ย  ย Building Effective Relationships
โ€ข ย  ย Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvementย 


Technical/Functional Skills

โ€ข ย  ย Excellent understanding of current national food security and agricultural policies and practices;ย 
โ€ข ย  ย Strong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to think creatively;ย 
โ€ข ย  ย Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesize.ย 
โ€ข ย  ย Experience working with UN agencies is an advantage.

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