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FAO Social Risk Specialist Jobs 2023 – South Sudan NGO Jobs

FAO Social Risk Specialist Jobs 2023 – South Sudan NGO Jobs.

FAO South Sudan looking for “Social Risk Specialist”.

Applicants with a University degree may apply on or before 20th September 2023.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security. Its Latin motto, fiat panis, translates to “let there be bread”. It was founded in October 1945.

FAO Social Risk Specialist Jobs 2023

The FAO has published a job vacancy announcement on 29th August 2023 for qualified South Sudanese to fill in the vacant post of Social Risk Specialist to be based in Juba, South Sudan.

Recruiter Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Position Social Risk Specialist
Location Juba, South Sudan
Country South Sudan
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification University degree
Experience Required Minimum 05 years
Application Deadline 20th September 2023

Tasks and responsibilities

  • Lead in the development of social instruments, with clear risk mitigation measures for all new projects in line with donor and FAO guidelines.
  • Participate in the process of environmental and social impact assessments (ESIA) and preparation of screening reports, environmental and social management plans (ESMPs) for various projects in line with FAO and donor guidelines.
  • Conducting social risk assessments for proposed projects, using various tools and methods analysis, social impact assessment, human rights assessment, gender analysis.
  • Support environmental & social compliance for various projects in line with FAO and donor guidelines.
  • Participate in preparation of quarterly and annual reports on ESRM implementation for various projects in line with donor and government requirements.
  • Liaise with Environmental and Social Risk Specialist in implementation of FAO’s Framework for Environmental and Social Management portfolio in donor-funded projects.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to project teams and partners on social risk issues e.g. safeguarding policies, social inclusion, and conflict sensitivity.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Requirements

  • University degree in sociology, environmental sciences, sustainable development, climate change, natural resources management or other social sciences, or another relevant field.
  • At least five years of experience in social risk assessment and impact analysis relating to environmental management, climate change, and related activities
  • Working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge of Arabic. For PSA it can be required only one language Level C

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

  • Report writing ability that meets FAO’s standards.
  • Ability to multitask and delivery under limited timelines.
  • Knowledge on environmental & social standards by international finance corporations such as World Bank, African Development Bank, GEF, IFC, GCF etc. is an asset.
  • Prior work experience with international organizations, including INGOs, bilateral or multilateral agencies and UN agencies is an asset
  • Experience in project proposal and project documents development in the area of Social Risk Specialist;
  • Strong written communications skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office package

Other Details

  • Duration: 6 months
  • Job Schedule: Full time
  • Selection Process: Interview
  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Application Process: Online

How to Apply FAO Social Risk Specialist Jobs 2023

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://jobs.fao.org/careersection………

The Closing Date: 20th September 2023

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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