Overview
Coordinate the planning, implementation, and monitoring of a project at the national level in South Africa, focusing on strengthening pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response through a One Health Approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the overall execution of the Pandemic Fund Project in South Africa.
- Develop project workplans and implementation schedules.
- Manage relationships with key stakeholders including government departments, UN implementing entities, and delivery partners.
- Facilitate regular project meetings and organize Steering Committee meetings.
- Present project progress updates and prepare periodic progress reports.
- Manage project budgets and oversee contractual arrangements.
- Supervise project affiliate personnel.
- Prepare and submit timely project reports, including financial reports.
- Engage with various stakeholders to foster collaboration.
- Monitor implementation progress and project risks.
- Coordinate exchange lessons-learned and insights.
- Prepare comprehensive workshop reports.
- Coordinate country missions in support of the project.
- Undertake other relevant tasks as mutually agreed.
Required Experience
- 5 years of relevant experience in Animal Health or Production and Health.
- Proven experience in FAO's project development, management and execution.
Qualifications
University Degree in Agriculture (Animal Health/Production)
