Junior Specialist on Farmers Market Mapping Support at FAO

In July 2023, FAO started the implementation of the project ‘Global Network of Farmers Markets.’ The three-year project aims to explore and promote diverse farmers market models and collective mechanisms for small-scale producers to engage in sustainable food systems and become agents of economic, social and environmental sustainability. By this, the project aims to increase access of small- scale farmers to markets and develop mechanisms to value local products and link farmers with consumers.

The project focuses on three pillars including:

• 1) strengthening of the World Farmers Markets Coalition from an outreach and advocacy perspective as well as from a technical perspective;
• 2) generating evidence on different models of farmers markets and their contribution to sustainable agrifood systems through country-based mappings of farmers markets and systematize related evidence in a global farmers markets report. ;
• 3) developing the capacities of farmers markets associations through.
  

The project is implemented by the Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division of FAO (ESP) base in Rome (Italy) in close consultation with FAO Tanzania. To assist and facilitate the mapping of farmers markets in Tanzania, FAO seeks to hire a Junior Specialist. 

Reporting Lines

The Junior Specialist on Farmers Market Mapping Support reports to the FAO Representative and works under overall guidance of the Assistant FAO Representative (AFAOR-P) and the Project team in Tanzania Mainland. He/she is expected to work closely with the HQ Project Coordinator, the FAO Country Office Programme Associate and the Service Provider conducting the mapping.

Technical Focus

The incumbent will provide support to MVIWATA for farmers market data and establishment of a data analysis and reporting. 

Tasks and responsibilities

• Following the guidance of the ESP Project Coordinator, support the organization of preliminary key informants’ interviews and stakeholders meeting to identify and validate the mapping sample. 
• Participate in the three-day remote training on the methodology applied for the study. 
• Facilitate field implementation of the mapping activities including the organization of key informant interviewed and focus group discussions.
• Monitor the data collection process 
• Support the organization of a stakeholder meeting at the end of the mapping to share findings and explore needs/opportunities for further support to Farmers Markets from a policy and programmatic perspective.
• Perform any other duties as requested by supervisor.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Economics, Agriculture Science and a related field
• At least one year of relevant experience in data collection and analysis and formulation of Agriculture programmes, and agricultural marketing strategies
• Working knowledge of English and Swahili
• National of the United Republic of Tanzania or resident of the country with valid work permit

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills 

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work 
• Extent and relevance of experience in Agriculture programmes
• Familiarity with Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) l Agricultural Services
• Understanding FAO/UN Policies and Programmes is an added asset

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• 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.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. 

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.