Vacancy: Senior National Project Agronomist
Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Location: Cabo Delgado, Mozambique
Contract Type: National Project Personnel (NPP)
Organizational Context
The crisis in northern Mozambique, particularly in Cabo Delgado, has worsened due to conflict, insecurity, and extreme climate events. In response, FAO is implementing the Agricultural Livelihoods Response Plan to support internally displaced persons (IDPs), host communities, returnees, and cyclone-affected populations. The goal is to restore crop production, livestock, and fishing activities while promoting sustainable natural resource management.
Key Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Mozambique and direct supervision of the Head of Sub-Office, the Senior Project Agronomist will be responsible for the implementation of crop production and productivity components within the project.
Main duties include:
- Coordinate day-to-day project implementation in line with approved work plans.
- Prepare annual/quarterly work plans, procurement plans, ToRs, and training plans.
- Liaise with technical advisers at regional and HQ levels for clearance and support.
- Oversee delivery of technical outputs including consultations, data collection, and partner coordination.
- Support the identification and selection of implementing partners (NGOs, universities, research institutions).
- Ensure timely and quality delivery of field activities (e.g., training, demo plots, input distribution).
- Monitor and evaluate project activities and promote sustainability.
- Ensure gender, social inclusion, and protection measures are integrated.
- Organize coordination meetings and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
- Support knowledge sharing, reporting, and development of future project proposals.
- Promote project outcomes and visibility at the provincial and national levels.
Minimum Requirements
- University degree in Agronomy, Crop Production, Sustainable Agriculture, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in technical cooperation, policy analysis, or agricultural development.
- Working knowledge of English and Portuguese.
- Must be a Mozambican national.
Core Competencies
- Results Orientation
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing & Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Experience working in field locations and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven background in monitoring and evaluation of agricultural programs.
- Experience engaging with intergovernmental or non-governmental organizations is an asset.
Additional Information
- No application fees are required by FAO.
- Only degrees from accredited institutions (as listed on WHED) will be considered.
- Appointment is subject to medical clearance and any applicable visa/security checks.
- FAO is committed to diversity and encourages qualified female applicants.
How to Apply
- Application link: Apply here
- Complete your online profile and attach a motivation letter.
- Ensure your profile is fully completed (education, employment, languages).
- Submit your application well before the deadline.
