Provincial Coordinator (Sudurpashchim Province)
Organizational Context
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency dedicated to defeating hunger and achieving food security globally. Operating in over 130 countries, FAO Country Offices provide policy advice, technical assistance, and capacity development aligned with national priorities and international standards. They focus on transforming agrifood systems through partnerships and resource mobilization, positioning FAO as a leading technical agency. This role is based in Sudurpashchim Province, Nepal, supporting field implementation and provincial-level project coordination.
Job Purpose
The Provincial Coordinator will be instrumental in supporting the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of FAO projects within Sudurpashchim Province and the western region of Lumbini Province. A key focus will be on effective stakeholder engagement, capacity development initiatives, ensuring quality assurance, promoting climate resilience and gender equality, and driving the timely achievement of project objectives. This role requires close collaboration with various government bodies, implementing partners, and community stakeholders to ensure project success and sustainable impact.
Responsibilities
Coordinate provincial-level planning and implementation of project activities according to approved work plans. Support the Project Management Unit in executing project activities, including finalizing agreements and maintaining close liaison with the FAO Nepal Country Office. Conduct regular field monitoring visits to track progress, identify and resolve implementation challenges, and ensure timely delivery of quality outputs. Foster and maintain strong working relationships with provincial and local government entities, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders to ensure harmonized and sustainable interventions. Lead and support capacity-building efforts for project staff, government counterparts, community institutions, and beneficiaries. Develop concept notes and budgets for project activities, integrating gender equality, social inclusion, and climate resilience. Monitor the implementation of related FAO projects to ensure synergy and complementarity. Represent FAO Nepal at provincial and local coordination meetings and technical forums. Implement accountability and quality assurance mechanisms, organize review meetings, and prepare comprehensive progress reports, documenting lessons learned and best practices. Provide coordination support to consultants and undertake additional assignments as requested by the FAO Country Office.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive professional experience is necessary in the implementation, coordination, and management of projects related to agriculture, agrifood systems, rural development, climate resilience, or natural resource management.
Skills
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong results focus, teamwork, and communication abilities. Essential skills include building effective relationships, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. Proven experience in provincial-level coordination, field implementation, and stakeholder engagement is crucial. The candidate should possess experience in project planning, monitoring, reporting, budgeting, capacity development, and coordinating service providers. Ability to prepare and monitor work plans, budgets, and progress reports, coupled with strong facilitation skills for training and meetings, is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to work collaboratively and deliver results effectively.