Field Office Coordinator (Kharkiv)

Organizational Context

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Ukraine reinforces national capacities in agriculture, sustainable resource management, and disease control. FAO supports resilience and early recovery in conflict-affected areas by aiding farmers and rural communities. With offices in Kyiv, Lviv, and Dnipro, FAO Ukraine has scaled up emergency humanitarian and resilience programming in Kharkiv oblast in response to the escalating conflict, focusing on immediate needs and supporting the agrifood sector.

Job Purpose

The Field Office Coordinator will manage the FAO field office in Kharkiv, supporting project activities within the assigned operational area. This role involves overseeing FAO's portfolio in the relevant region of Ukraine, ensuring effective project implementation, and coordinating daily office operations. The coordinator will work closely with various stakeholders to advance FAO's mission in supporting agricultural recovery and food security in conflict-affected areas, contributing to both national and international food security objectives.

Responsibilities

Oversee FAO's portfolio in the region and supervise field office personnel in coordination with the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action and Head of Programme/Emergency Response Manager. Support project proposal identification, formulation, and preparation. Coordinate daily field office operations, ensuring the safety, security, and maintenance of FAO assets. Monitor and review field activity implementation, suggesting corrective actions as needed. Liaise with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and civil society for effective coordination. Prepare analytical reports on project performance and draft narrative reports. Coordinate with the Communication Coordinator for activity visibility and with the Security Coordinator for adherence to security protocols. Act as the day-to-day supervisor for field office personnel. Support field missions by FAO management, donors, and partners, involving frequent travel within Ukraine. Perform other duties as required.

Work Experience

Five years of relevant experience in humanitarian emergency response, agricultural and rural development, project management, and field office operations. Experience working with international organizations or in a similar capacity is beneficial.

Skills

Results Focus, Teamwork, Communication, Building Effective Relationships, Knowledge Sharing, Continuous Improvement. Ability to work with minimal guidance, well-organized, attentive to detail, and proactive. Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to adjust language and style for different audiences. Willingness to learn and propose solutions. Proficient in MS Office applications, internet, and office technology. Experience with information systems and databases for data management and reporting.

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