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UN Jobs – Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Job Title: Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor (UN Jobs)
Organisation: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has a global mandate to improve nutrition, increase agricultural productivity, raise the standard of living in rural populations and contribute to global economic’ growth. Achieving food security for all is at the heart of FAO’s efforts – to make sure people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives.
Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Uganda and the direct technical supervision of the Team Leader, Forestry FAO Uganda, and the technical backstopping of the regional Lead Technical Officer, the Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor shall work with other Technical Advisors, Consultants and other programme specialists and analysts in the implementation of the project.
Technical Focus: In the framework of the Sustainable wood-based value chains project and the forest partnership programme, FAO plans to recruit a specialised expertise in wood harvesting and forest products processing to support Uganda’s forest sector on inclusive investments in commercial forestry. The Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor will lead the inventory of wood resources, the development of primary and secondary wood processing and ensure the delivery of high-quality of project outputs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor will be responsible for the following:
Wood resources and value-chains development
- Lead inventory of planted forests
- Oversee the technical operations in, forest harvesting, processing and manage compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical support to the development/diversification of wood products value chains for local and export markets.
Capacity development and innovation
- Lead/Conduct training, and transfer of technical skills and knowledge in harvesting, transport, roads, primary and secondary processing.
- Develop and promote innovative and viable service delivery models and approaches on harvesting, processing and marketing.
- Organize exposure visits as part of capacity development by identifying the most appropriate companies which can officer experience close to what can fit the Ugandan context.
- Draft terms of reference for recruiting technical service providers to run specialized courses on harvesting, and processing
Forestry standard development, wood products certification and stakeholder engagement
- Lead the certification of forests and wood products.
- Lead the creation of a network of private and public companies/stakeholders engaged in wood processing at local and national levels.
- Lead discussions with key players in the wood industry about activities of the project during the inception phase to ensure alignment with the needs of the
- Any other duty assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Minimum Requirements
- The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor job must hold an Advanced degree in forest technology and management, forestry engineering, wood science, wood technology, or related field.
- At least 7 years’ experience in technical forest education and training, certification, development of standards, procedures and guidelines, and grand management in a commercial forest setting,
- At least 7 years’ experience in commercial forest management, wood processing industry with at least five years in a Technical Advisory position.
- Working knowledge of English.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Experience in commercial plantation forestry operations, and wood processing (primary and secondary).
- Hands-on experience in training wood harvesting, transport, primary and secondary wood processing.
- Experience in developing forest and wood processing guidelines, procedures, and standards.
- Experience in working in multi-cultural, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and professional domains. Ability to listen, interpret and integrate different opinions and views.
- Proven analytical capacity and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, analyses and solve problems and priorities issues.
- Ability to be flexible, versatile and adapt to changing environments.
- Ability to plan and deliver work according to time scales and required milestones with a strong commitment to quality and paying attention to detail.
Selection Criteria
- Knowledge of commercial forestry, wood processing and/or value addition
- Excellent knowledge of monitoring and evaluation techniques specific to forestry projects.
- Demonstrated experience in working with government agencies, private sector, NGOs, international organizations, and local communities.
- Knowledge of the commercial forestry sector, including timber production, non-timber forest products, and ecosystem services.
- Familiarity with the local context and socio-economic conditions affecting forestry in Uganda.
- Ability to travel frequently within the country and occasionally internationally.
- Commitment to the project’s goals and objectives, with a focus on achieving sustainable forestry management and commercial success.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Good level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Note:
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who wish to join the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 9th August 2024
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