Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.

FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.

FAO Country Offices, working under overall corporate guidance and in line with the Strategic Framework, offer policy advice and support to countries in the mandated areas of FAO, facilitated through partnerships, resources and an active country programme to provide technical assistance, develop capacities and deliver core services while fully observing international standards of accountability to establish leadership and strengthen impact at the country level.

The offices deliver on the programmatic priorities of each country as agreed in their respective Country Programming Frameworks (CPFs) aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and ensure effective and efficient operations with adequate human and financial resources.

The offices deliver on the programmatic priorities of each country as agreed in their respective Country Programming Frameworks (CPFs) aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and ensure effective and efficient operations with adequate human and financial resources.

Specifically, FAO Country Offices

(i) advocate, inform and support policies and investments in the areas of FAO’s mandate;

(ii) provide technical assistance and deliver core services;

(iii) assist and catalyse partnership and resource mobilization activities to support agrifood systems transformation;

(iv) position FAO as the specialized/authoritative technical agency in food and agriculture and agrifood systems transformation; and

(v) ensure risk-smart and accountable operations and management.

The position is located in the FAO Country Office in Ammam, Jordan.

Reporting Lines

The Admin Assistant works under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative , direct supervision of the Administrative Officer, and in close collaboration with FAO Jordan team.

Technical Focus

Maintain, and implement processes for the implementation of operational modalities and contract management, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
Support the supervisor on financial aspects, including estimates, reports, balances, and updates, in compliance with FAO’s policies and procedures.
Support the administrative implementation and oversight of operational modalities executed by the office, ensuring adherence to guidelines and compliance requirements.
Maintain databases and archives of all operational-related information and documentation for accurate referencing and data management.

Tasks And Responsibilities

Support the administrative component of all operational modalities, including OPIM (MS701), Cash Transfer (MS702), Grants (MS703), Vouchers (MS704), Purchase Orders (POs), and MS507 Letters of Agreement.
Ensure proper follow-up on balances of relevant POs and amounts transferred, in alignment with applicable policies and procedures.
Assist in the preparation and verification of grant agreements with beneficiaries.
Represent the Administration unit in beneficiary selection committees.
Follow up on grant disbursements based on inputs from technical teams.
Create, update, and maintain databases for grants and other operational modalities implemented by FAO Jordan.
Verify payments on the cash transfer platform identified by FAO Jordan, ensure proper receipts, and act as the focal point for service providers.
Archive hard and soft copies of agreements for audit purposes, ensuring compliance with all requirements.
Participate in field visits to verify payment receipts with beneficiaries.
Participate in field trips to verify transferred amount for grants, and other disbursements (trainings, workshops, ……).
Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s in administration, finance, information management, computer science, or any other related field;
Three years of relevant practical experience in Admin operations, grants management, and any other relevant field.
Working knowledge (Level C) of English and Arabic
National of Jordan or holding residence permit

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

Experience in operations, managing grants, cash transfers in INGOS and UN agencies is desirable.
Accurate, stringent and able to comply with deadlines;
Good communication and reporting presentation skills
Good financial planning , budgeting and control of grants and cash transfer .
Good computer skills (Word, Excel, power point)
Knowledge of Microsoft Access/SQL and KoBoToolbox (KoBoCollect) would be an asset

Job Posting

07/Apr/2025

Closure Date

21/Apr/2025, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit

FNJOR

Job Type

Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition

PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Grade Level

N/A

Primary Location

Jordan-Amman

Duration

11 Months

Post Number

N/A

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FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

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