Country Programme Manager P-3 - Near East and North Africa Division
Duration of Assignment
2 years fixed-term (renewable)
Duty Station
HQ, Rome (in principle this position is Rome based, however, candidates should be willing and ready to take field assignments and/or rotate within IFAD)
Organizational Context
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an International Financial Institution and a Specialized United Nations Agency whose mission is to enable poor rural people to overcome poverty. IFAD's headquarters is in Rome, Italy, and is present in more than 90 countries to develop and finance programmes and projects aimed at increasing agricultural productivity and incomes.
Division Context
The Programme Management Department (PMD) is responsible for the overall lending programme of the Fund, and is composed of five (5) regional divisions, a Policy and Technical Advisory Division and an Environment and Climate Division. The Near East, North Africa and Europe Division (NEN) handles the lending programme and strategic and policy dimension of these regions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the strategic, policy and management guidance of the divisional Director NEN and the direct supervision of a Senior Country Programme Manager,the Country Programme Manager will be responsible for managing the country programme(s) as assigned by the Director. Specifically, the incumbent will be required to:
Support the development and implementation of medium to longer-term strategies for IFAD¿s collaboration with governments and other national stakeholders for rural poverty reduction.
Support the design and supervision of the IFAD-financed programmes assigned by the Director. Support their implementation with a view to maximising development effectiveness, impact and sustainable development results. Analyse relevant information and assist in the periodic evaluation of results achieved.
Play a catalytic role in the development of pro-poor rural poverty reduction policies and in enabling the rural poor to advocate for institutional transformation.
Build effective partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders in rural poverty reduction, including government and non-governmental institutions, bilateral and multilateral financing institutions, civil society organisations, research centres and the private sector.
Lead loan and grant negotiations with the borrowing and donor governments, in accordance with IFAD¿s lending policies and criteria.
Where applicable, provide supervision and guidance to country offices in planning, implementing and monitoring their performance and institute a system of performance evaluation of ICO staff in collaboration with host agency.
Promote knowledge management and learning in IFAD¿s country programmes. Promote innovative approaches to poverty reduction and collaborate with partner institutions to facilitate their replication and scaling up. Contribute effectively to the IFAD organizational change agenda, with particular reference to issues related to the IFAD direct supervision modalities.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director.
Education and experience
Bachelor's degree in economics, agriculture, rural development, or a closely related field is a requirement. Master's level degree in one of these fields or management, business administration or similar field would be a definite asset.
At least five years of relevant professional experience with International Financial Institutions, the United Nations, rural development/financial institutions, international NGOs or government services in the design and administration of rural development programmes with emphasis on rural project management , rural finance and market development.
Experience in project management is required.
Knowledge of policy oriented, programme based pro-poor approaches and loan and grant preparation required.
Field experience in a developing country would be an asset.
Experience of working in Arab countries would be an asset.
Technical/Functional Competencies
Results-oriented Performer: strong analytical skills together with solution-oriented project management skills. Dynamic, self-motivated and creative thinker. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
Team Worker/Builder: ability to foster teamwork and establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Networker: strong diplomatic skills with the ability to work effectively with others and create and maintain a solid network within and outside the organization.
Planner and Organiser: capacity to set clear priorities within a boundless and often challenging agenda, combined with ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure and high-energy environment. development;
Communicator: strong capacity to listen and communicate effectively to engage others and develop close and effective working relationships with internal and external clients. Strong social skills with the capacity to demonstrate an open mind.
Communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic are essential; including the ability to set out a coherent argument in presentations and group interactions. Working knowledge of French is an asset.
Capacity to communicate fluently with different stakeholders (civil society, government authorities, local communities, project staff).
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft packages and electronic communication.
Other Information
Applicants should note that IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD, and they may be assigned by him/her to any of the activities of IFAD, including field assignments and/or rotation within IFAD.
IFAD reserves the right to appoint a candidate at the appropriate grade commensurate with experience and knowledge.
Interested candidates are requested to apply by completing IFAD's Personal History Form (PHF) in English. A separate CV may be attached if you so desire, only as a supplement and not a substitute to the PHF. The application should be made through the online system only.
In the interest of making most cost effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. Candidates who do not receive any feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful.
Candidates may be required to take a written test and to deliver a presentation as well as participate in interviews.
Country Programme Manager P-3 - Near East and North Africa Division
2 years fixed-term (renewable)
Duty Station
HQ, Rome (in principle this position is Rome based, however, candidates should be willing and ready to take field assignments and/or rotate within IFAD)
Organizational Context
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an International Financial Institution and a Specialized United Nations Agency whose mission is to enable poor rural people to overcome poverty. IFAD's headquarters is in Rome, Italy, and is present in more than 90 countries to develop and finance programmes and projects aimed at increasing agricultural productivity and incomes.
Division Context
The Programme Management Department (PMD) is responsible for the overall lending programme of the Fund, and is composed of five (5) regional divisions, a Policy and Technical Advisory Division and an Environment and Climate Division. The Near East, North Africa and Europe Division (NEN) handles the lending programme and strategic and policy dimension of these regions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the strategic, policy and management guidance of the divisional Director NEN and the direct supervision of a Senior Country Programme Manager,the Country Programme Manager will be responsible for managing the country programme(s) as assigned by the Director. Specifically, the incumbent will be required to:
Support the development and implementation of medium to longer-term strategies for IFAD¿s collaboration with governments and other national stakeholders for rural poverty reduction.
Support the design and supervision of the IFAD-financed programmes assigned by the Director. Support their implementation with a view to maximising development effectiveness, impact and sustainable development results. Analyse relevant information and assist in the periodic evaluation of results achieved.
Play a catalytic role in the development of pro-poor rural poverty reduction policies and in enabling the rural poor to advocate for institutional transformation.
Build effective partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders in rural poverty reduction, including government and non-governmental institutions, bilateral and multilateral financing institutions, civil society organisations, research centres and the private sector.
Lead loan and grant negotiations with the borrowing and donor governments, in accordance with IFAD¿s lending policies and criteria.
Where applicable, provide supervision and guidance to country offices in planning, implementing and monitoring their performance and institute a system of performance evaluation of ICO staff in collaboration with host agency.
Promote knowledge management and learning in IFAD¿s country programmes. Promote innovative approaches to poverty reduction and collaborate with partner institutions to facilitate their replication and scaling up. Contribute effectively to the IFAD organizational change agenda, with particular reference to issues related to the IFAD direct supervision modalities.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director.
Education and experience
Bachelor's degree in economics, agriculture, rural development, or a closely related field is a requirement. Master's level degree in one of these fields or management, business administration or similar field would be a definite asset.
At least five years of relevant professional experience with International Financial Institutions, the United Nations, rural development/financial institutions, international NGOs or government services in the design and administration of rural development programmes with emphasis on rural project management , rural finance and market development.
Experience in project management is required.
Knowledge of policy oriented, programme based pro-poor approaches and loan and grant preparation required.
Field experience in a developing country would be an asset.
Experience of working in Arab countries would be an asset.
Technical/Functional Competencies
Results-oriented Performer: strong analytical skills together with solution-oriented project management skills. Dynamic, self-motivated and creative thinker. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
Team Worker/Builder: ability to foster teamwork and establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Networker: strong diplomatic skills with the ability to work effectively with others and create and maintain a solid network within and outside the organization.
Planner and Organiser: capacity to set clear priorities within a boundless and often challenging agenda, combined with ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure and high-energy environment. development;
Communicator: strong capacity to listen and communicate effectively to engage others and develop close and effective working relationships with internal and external clients. Strong social skills with the capacity to demonstrate an open mind.
Communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic are essential; including the ability to set out a coherent argument in presentations and group interactions. Working knowledge of French is an asset.
Capacity to communicate fluently with different stakeholders (civil society, government authorities, local communities, project staff).
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft packages and electronic communication.
Other Information
Applicants should note that IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD, and they may be assigned by him/her to any of the activities of IFAD, including field assignments and/or rotation within IFAD.
IFAD reserves the right to appoint a candidate at the appropriate grade commensurate with experience and knowledge.
Interested candidates are requested to apply by completing IFAD's Personal History Form (PHF) in English. A separate CV may be attached if you so desire, only as a supplement and not a substitute to the PHF. The application should be made through the online system only.
In the interest of making most cost effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. Candidates who do not receive any feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful.
Candidates may be required to take a written test and to deliver a presentation as well as participate in interviews.
Country Programme Manager P-3 - Near East and North Africa Division
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