Evaluation Specialist

Job Type: Consultant

Location: Home-Based
Duration: 50-70 working days over 6-8 months
Posting Date: 03 December 2024
Closure Date: 02 January 2025

Organizational Context

The Office of Evaluation (OED) at FAO is conducting a thematic evaluation of the Programme Priority Area (PPA) on “Achieving Sustainable Urban Food Systems” under the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31. The initiative empowers governments to reform urban and peri-urban agrifood systems, enhancing sustainability and equity.

This evaluation will cover 2020-24, aiming to provide insights for future strategic directions in urban food system transformation. It includes six to eight country case studies, with a final report scheduled for FAO’s Programme Committee in autumn 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Document Review:
  • Analyze relevant documents and activities based on expertise.
• Methodology Development:
  • Assist in refining evaluation methodologies.
• Data Collection:
  • Conduct interviews with FAO officers, government representatives, and stakeholders.
  • Participate in evaluation missions to collect insights.
• Data Analysis:
  • Synthesize findings into evidence-based conclusions.
• Reporting:
  • Draft specific sections of the evaluation report.
  • Contribute to deliverables and knowledge-sharing outputs.

Technical Areas of Focus

Experts are required in one or more of the following areas:

1. Urban and territorial food systems planning and governance.
2. Urban and peri-urban agriculture.
3. Value chain development (production, distribution, supply).
4. Nutrition in urban contexts.
5. Circular bioeconomy and food waste management.
6. Urban forestry and green space management.
7. Ecosystem services and climate change adaptation in cities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  • University degree in urban planning, food systems, geography, agricultural sciences, nutrition, sociology, economics, or evaluation.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in evaluation or specialization areas.
• Languages:
  • Proficiency in English (Level C). Knowledge of French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, or Arabic is desirable.

Competencies

• Results Focus.
• Teamwork.
• Communication.
• Building Effective Relationships.
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement.

Additional Skills

• Expertise in conducting strategic evaluations.
• Proven experience in developing countries.
• Proficiency in stakeholder engagement and interviewing.
• Experience with urban food system frameworks.

Application Process

1. Visit FAO’s recruitment portal: Jobs at FAO.
2. Complete the online profile, ensuring it includes:
   • Academic qualifications.
   • Employment history.
   • Language proficiency.
3. Attach a letter of motivation.
4. Submit your application before the deadline: 02 January 2025.

Additional Information

• FAO welcomes applications from underrepresented groups, women, and persons with disabilities.
• FAO Core Values: Commitment, Respect for All, Integrity, Transparency.
• Background checks will be conducted for all candidates.

For application assistance, visit the FAO Support Portal: FAO Support.

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