National Project Technical Coordinator
Organizational Context
FAO Timor-Leste is implementing the GEF-funded project GCP/TIM/11959/GFF, focused on enabling Timor-Leste to prepare its First Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1/NC3) and Second Biennial Transparency Report (BTR2). This initiative supports the country's obligations under the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement by strengthening national technical and institutional capacity for reporting and promoting national ownership. The project involves collaboration with various government bodies, technical groups, consultants, and related initiatives.
Job Purpose
The National Project Technical Coordinator will provide national technical leadership and coordinate climate transparency reporting activities in alignment with the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement. The role emphasizes the timely delivery of high-quality project outputs, effective stakeholder engagement, quality assurance, work planning, financial oversight, progress reporting, knowledge dissemination, and national capacity building. This position is crucial for ensuring Timor-Leste meets its international reporting commitments and enhances its climate transparency framework.
Responsibilities
Lead the timely delivery of high-quality project products, providing technical leadership and coordination. Develop and update the project workplan and implementation schedule. Coordinate all project contributions, ensuring compliance with FAO procedures and quality-checking inputs. Supervise and coordinate project personnel and subcontractors. Organize and lead project workshops and steering committee meetings, documenting outcomes. Support financial monitoring, expenditure reconciliation, and financial reporting. Facilitate administrative, logistics, and procurement support. Oversee the preparation and submission of Project Progress Reports. Distribute project reports and facilitate knowledge exchange. Promote and document the inclusion of women in project activities. Coordinate with the CBIT project to maximize synergies. Maintain version-controlled project records, including lessons learned and gender tracking.
Work Experience
At least five years of relevant experience in project coordination, implementation, work planning, stakeholder coordination, financial monitoring, or reporting, preferably in climate change, environment, natural resources management, or related development programs. Working knowledge of English and Tetum.
Skills
Proven experience in leading and coordinating project implementation and supervising multidisciplinary teams. Experience coordinating government institutions, consultants, and development partners. Knowledge of UNFCCC and Paris Agreement reporting requirements. Experience in financial monitoring and project reporting. Ability to prepare workplans, consolidate technical contributions, organize meetings, and maintain records. Strong coordination, communication, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or Bahasa Indonesia is an asset.