Project Coordinator (Competitiveness, Sustainability and Quality Improvement of Dairy Value Chain)
Organizational Context
The Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU) leads FAO’s efforts in food security, agriculture, and rural development by planning and implementing priority programs. REU fosters a multidisciplinary approach, supports policy dialogue, strengthens regional partnerships, and oversees FAO programs and projects in the region. This role supports the project “Enhancing Competitiveness and Sustainability Across Kosovo’s Dairy Value Chain,” funded by GAFSP and implemented by FAO in Kosovo with the Kosovo Association of Milk Producers (KAMP). The project aims to boost dairy production, improve sector development, and enhance producer organization capacity.
Job Purpose
The Project Coordinator will ensure effective project implementation through close collaboration with the project office in Kosovo, REU technical units, the Kosovo Association of Milk Producers (KAMP), and central institutions. This role requires significant engagement with project partners and beneficiaries to guarantee coherent activity implementation, timely output delivery, and efficient information exchange between FAO technical teams and local stakeholders. The coordinator will support the project office and REU technical teams in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring project activities, working closely with local partners.
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the timely implementation of the project in collaboration with the Kosovo Association of Milk Producers (KAMP) and relevant local institutions. Monitor project activity progress against the results framework, workplan, and deliverables, in consultation with the KAMP project manager. Organize and follow up on regular project coordination meetings involving FAO personnel, KAMP, partners, and stakeholders. Support the selection and engagement of project beneficiaries transparently and in compliance with FAO procedures. Draft terms of reference for local consultants and service providers, including tasks and responsibilities. Review technical deliverables from consultants and ensure timely reporting to donors. Coordinate activity implementation in target areas, engaging with beneficiaries and local stakeholders to identify needs and challenges. Monitor and support the organization of training activities. Prepare progress and terminal reports for the donor. Provide support for missions and consultants visiting project sites. Identify and help resolve operational and implementation issues. Contribute to communication and outreach materials on project activities and results.
Work Experience
At least five years of relevant working experience in agriculture-related projects, value chain development, rural development, or project management is required. This experience should align with the project's focus on enhancing competitiveness and sustainability within the dairy value chain.
Skills
Key competencies include Results Focus, Teamwork, Communication, Building Effective Relationships, and Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement. The ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders, monitor project progress, and ensure timely delivery of outputs is essential for success in this role.