Institutional and Sectoral Coordinating and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
Quick answer
FAO is hiring a mid-level Institutional and Sectoral Coordinating and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to support the National Adaptation Plan, with a focus on stakeholder engagement and coordination.
- Role
- Institutional and Sectoral Coordinating and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
- Organization
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
- Location
- Sierra Leone-Freetown
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The position involves mapping institutional and stakeholder roles, developing a framework document, and facilitating stakeholder engagement for the National Adaptation Plan in Sierra Leone.
What you'll do
- Support the development of a framework document defining institutional arrangements, coordination mechanisms, capacity gaps, and actions needed.
- Gather inputs from key stakeholders, including government agencies, development partners, NGOs, Local Councils, civil society, etc.
- Provide guidance for the definition of the structure, composition, and membership criteria of the National Adaptation Committee (NAC).
- Draft the Terms of Reference (TOR) detailing the purpose, scope, and functions of the committee.
- Support EPA, NAC with a stakeholder mapping and engagement mechanism to engage the wider population and multi-stakeholders in adaptation planning and implementation.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in environmental science or climate change
- 5 years of experience in sectoral and institutional coordination in climate change adaptation interventions and projects, and stakeholder engagement
- Working knowledge (level C) of English
- National of Sierra Leone
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in environmental science or climate change, 5 years of experience in sectoral and institutional coordination, and working knowledge of English.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
How to apply
Apply directly on Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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