{"id":166,"date":"2025-04-16T20:17:14","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T20:17:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portal.yota.am\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=166"},"modified":"2025-05-15T02:51:11","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T22:51:11","slug":"national-digital-agriculture-specialist","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/yota.am\/en\/?post_type=job_listing&p=166","title":{"rendered":"National Digital Agriculture Specialist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Organizational Unit:\u00a0FEARM &#8212; FAO Representation in Armenia<\/p>\n<h2>Job Type<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">:\u00a0Non-staff opportunities<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Type of Requisition:\u00a0PSA (Personal Services Agreement)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grade Level:\u00a0N\/A<\/p>\n<h2>Primary Location<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">:\u00a0Armenia-Yerevan<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Duration:\u00a0UP TO 6 MONTHS<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Post Number:\u00a0N\/A<\/p>\n<p><strong>IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO\u00a0Members\u00a0in all regions.<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture<\/li>\n<li>Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply<\/li>\n<li>Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO&#8217;s values<\/li>\n<li>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<\/li>\n<li>All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks<\/li>\n<li>All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality<\/li>\n<li>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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<p><strong>Organizational Setting<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>FAO Armenia assists the Government to formulate policies, programmes and projects to address the root causes of food insecurity and malnutrition, develop the agricultural and forestry sectors, and utilize environmental and natural resources in a sustainable way. It contributes to the development of FAO\u2019s field programme projects in the country and implements them in the sectors of food security, agriculture, natural resources management and rural development.<\/p>\n<p>In response to the growing demand for seizing the opportunities brought by digital technologies, the FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (FAO REU) established its specialized team for Digital Agriculture in 2020. With a mission to act as a catalyzer for the digital transformation of agriculture across Europe and Central Asia, the team provides critical capabilities to country offices, technical units, and Members. It also spearheads the implementation of flagship initiatives such as the Digital Villages Initiative (DVI), the Hand-in-Hand Initiative (HiH), and the AgriTech Observatory. In recognition of its impactful work, the team received the prestigious &#8220;One FAO Team Award&#8221; in 2023.<\/p>\n<p>The incumbent will work closely with FAO Armenia, maintaining technical collaboration with the Digital Agriculture team at the FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (FAO REU).<\/p>\n<p>This vacancy announcement seeks to establish a roster of qualified national experts in digital agriculture. Successful candidates will be engaged through Personal Service Agreement (PSA) contracts for assignments ranging from two weeks to up to eleven months, depending on the requirements of the specific project or programme.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants must hold Armenian citizenship or possess a valid residence permit in Armenia. Additionally, selected candidates are required to reside in Armenia for the duration of their assignment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reporting Lines<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the regional Head of Digital Agriculture and direct supervision of the FAO Programme Coordinator in Armenia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Technical Focus\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The incumbent will contribute to the implementation of the FAO Strategic Framework linked to Digital Agriculture (BP5): provision of analytical and technical support for conducting research and assessments, studies, formulating strategies, programmes, and supporting projects for the digitalization of food and agriculture and rural areas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tasks and responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 \u00a0Conduct assessments of the current state of digital agriculture environment and capacity in Armenia (incl. key stakeholders mapping, capacity assessment, existing solutions, providers and initiatives, the policy, institutional and legislative frameworks)<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Identify and analyse practical and cost-effective digital tools that address the specific needs of Armenian farmers and Ministry of Economy as well as policies and frameworks that can support the digital agriculture.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Support with reviewing\/revising the Draft Digital Agriculture Strategy by providing written feedback and comments, and ensuring that it aligns with the national vision reflected in Government Digitalization Strategy 2021-2025, promoting a sustainable and inclusive approach to the growth in Agriculture and ICT.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Establish local partners contact database, nurture and support partnerships, coordinate and work closely with national and local stakeholders (Ministry of Economy, Ministry of High-tech Industry, NGOs, farming associations, private sector, Ag Tech start-ups, etc.), supporting the establishment and coordination the national Digital Agriculture working group.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Regularly visit farms, rural communities, and agricultural cooperatives to assess their needs, challenges, and capacity for adopting digital agriculture tools.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Support coordination with stakeholders to adapt global best practices in digital agriculture to the local context, as well as support the piloting and scaling up of digital technologies in rural areas.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Provide hands-on technical support to farmers during the implementation and use of digital solutions.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Plan, organize and conduct on-the-ground demonstrations of digital tools, facilitate training workshops for farmers, and government stakeholders on the use of digital tools and technologies and raise awareness about the benefits of digital agriculture solutions through field days, local events, and community gatherings. Support workshops and trainings; draft workshop reports and materials.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Monitor and document the performance and impact of digital tools in real-time, analyze the adoption rates, challenges, and return of investment of digital tools on farm productivity and resilience.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Support in strengthening collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and other local and national partners to ensure sustained support for farmers. Prepare field reports, document lessons learned and success stories to inform future programs and strategies.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Collaborate with FAO teams to align digital agriculture initiatives with Armenia\u2019s national priorities and community needs and mainstream digitalization in all projects<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Perform other related duties as required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Minimum Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 \u00a0University degree in agriculture, agricultural engineering, information and communication technology, computer science or a related field.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in digital agriculture and\/or Information Technology, including hands-on experience working directly with farmers or rural communities<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Full Proficiency (Level C) of English and Armenian.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Applicants must hold Armenian citizenship or possess a valid residence permit in Armenia. Additionally, selected candidates are required to reside in Armenia for the duration of their assignment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FAO Core Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 \u00a0Results Focus<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Teamwork<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Communication<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Building Effective Relationships<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Technical\/Functional Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 \u00a0Strong understanding of digital tools and technologies applicable to agriculture, including mobile apps, data analytics, GIS, IoT, and precision farming.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Strong understanding of the practical challenges faced by farmers in Armenia.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Experience organizing and facilitating farmer trainings and capacity-building activities.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with farmers and rural stakeholders.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Demonstrated ability to work in rural environments and build trust with local communities.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Adaptability and willingness to travel frequently to rural and remote areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Selection Criteria<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 \u00a0Working knowledge (Proficient, Level C) of English and Armenian.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Proficiency in using MS Office suite, namely Word, Excel, PowerPoint.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Strong problem-solving skills. Strong time-management skills.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Excellent verbal and written communication skills.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Strong attention to detail.<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Ability to work independently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<p>Please note that all candidates should adhere to\u00a0<em>FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).<\/li>\n<li>Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:Careers@fao.org\">Careers@fao.org<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.<\/li>\n<li>Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and\/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.<\/li>\n<li>For other issues, visit the FAO employment website:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.fao.org\/employment\/home\/en\/\">http:\/\/www.fao.org\/employment\/home\/en\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<p><strong>HOW TO APPLY<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To apply, visit the recruitment website at<a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.fao.org\/careersection\/fao_external\/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en\">Jobs at FAO<\/a>\u00a0and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0Incomplete applications will not be considered<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO\u2019s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. 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