Technical Project Specialist

Supports FAO Yemen's implementation of a GEF7 project by refining technical activities, integrating scientific knowledge and coordinating with government and project partners. The specialist contributes to project planning, reporting, technical-deliverable quality, steering-committee meetings and responses to implementation challenges, while helping ensure accurate progress information and practical stakeholder engagement.

• Review and refine proposed project activities against project objectives
• Integrate scientific and technical knowledge into project execution
• Coordinate communication with FAO teams, ministries and environmental authorities
• Prepare project-progress, implementation and final reports
• Address implementation challenges and incorporate stakeholder feedback
• Prepare the OPIM action plan to address HACT assessment weaknesses
• Contribute to GEF annual reporting and review partner terms of reference
• Organise steering-committee meetings and review technical deliverables

• Advanced university degree in natural-resources management, climate change, policy or a closely related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in natural-resources management and climate-change adaptation
• Working knowledge of English and Arabic, written and spoken
• Nationality of Yemen or residence in Yemen with a valid work permit

• Technical background in environmental and climate-change policymaking or guidance
• Experience in climate-change mitigation technical activities
• Familiarity with UN or INGO systems, procedures and operational activities
• Experience in conflict-affected countries

• Natural Resources Management
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Project Implementation
• Technical Reporting
• Project Planning
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Policy Guidance
• Environmental Management
• Quality Assurance
• Capacity Development

• HACT

• Appointment is subject to medical fitness, accreditation, residency or visa requirements and security clearances