Technical Process Specialist in Monitoring and Evaluation …, Nariño

Organizational Setting FAO is the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, which leads the international effort for a world free of hunger and malnutrition in which food and agriculture contribute to improving the living standards of all its inhabitants, especially the poorest, in an economically sustainable way, social and environmental. We work to contribute to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and its integral goals by fostering sustainable, inclusive and resilient food systems for better production, nutrition, environment and life. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) works in Colombia to support the country in eradicating hunger, malnutrition, and rural poverty. It works alongside the national government, local authorities, and other partners to develop public policies, programs, and projects focused on sustainable agri‑food systems, food and nutrition security, inclusive rural development, and the sustainable management of natural resources, with a territorial, gender‑sensitive, and differentiated approach. The project “Strengthening Climate Change Resilience through the Adoption of Agroforestry and Sustainable Forest Management Models in Colombia” is being implemented by the FAO in collaboration with Colombia’s Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Government of Putumayo, the municipal governments of the targeted municipalities, local institutions, and pepper producer organisations. The project is funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). The project aims to develop a sustainable production model for pepper and other crops that promote diversification while conserving forests, water, soil and the overall ecosystem. At the same time, it seeks to strengthen income‑generation opportunities for farming families. This approach recognises Putumayo as a strategic territory due to its rich biodiversity, positioning it as an environmental heritage area and a key element of Colombia’s national sovereignty. Furthermore, the project promotes an integrated model that balances productive development with environmental sustainability. In addition, the project focuses on promoting productive alternatives with improved market access to ensure stable incomes for farming families. This represents an important challenge in a department such as Putumayo, which has been affected by illicit crop cultivation, an issue that not only degrades ecosystems but also undermines the foundations of peace‑building in the territory. KOICA is the official grant aid implementing agency of the Government of the Republic of Korea, established in 1991. KOICA is responsible for delivering Official Development Assistance (ODA) programmes aimed at promoting inclusive and sustainable development in partner countries. Through technical cooperation, capacity development and knowledge transfer initiatives, KOICA supports sectors such as climate change, agriculture, health, education and public administration, in alignment with global development agendas, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Reporting Lines Under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Colombia, the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, and in close coordination with the Project Manager and senior specialists in the areas of natural resources, family farming and risk management. Technical Focus The Technical Process Specialist in Monitoring and Evaluation is responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of activities that promote the sustainable development of pepper cultivation and agroforestry systems. The position will work closely with the project team to strengthen forest governance, support ecosystem restoration and promote the sustainable use of natural resources, thereby contributing to the achievement of the project’s outcomes under the strategy “More Forests, More Sustainable Production.” Additionally, the role will be key in ensuring effective communication and articulation with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in the implementation of the project “Strengthening Climate Change Resilience through the Adoption of Agroforestry and Sustainable Forest Management Models in Colombia.” Tasks and Responsibilities
- Design a knowledge management strategy within the framework of the implementation of the project “Strengthening Resilience to Climate Change through the Adoption of an Agroforestry and Sustainable Forest Management Model in Colombia.”
- Support the monitoring of compliance with results and impact indicators within the framework of the knowledge management strategy, maintaining consistency and feasibility with the Logical Framework, the Operational Plan and the project objectives.
- Provide support for organising and processing the information produced by the project in its Korean version.
- Process the necessary information as input for the indicators established in the project framework and their alignment with the goals of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) country program and the FAO country program framework.
- Submit a detailed work plan, in FAO format, specifying the tasks to be performed and the means of verification to be used, in accordance with the expected results.
- Assist in the design and implementation of the monitoring and evaluation plan for the project “Strengthening Resilience to Climate Change through the Adoption of an Agroforestry and Sustainable Forest Management Model in Colombia,” funded by KOICA.
- Support the use of the tools and instruments necessary to carry out the monitoring and evaluation plan for the project “Strengthening Resilience to Climate Change through the Adoption of Agroforestry and Sustainable Forest Management Models in Colombia.”
- Oversee information gathering efforts by project technical staff, as defined in the respective monitoring and evaluation plan and knowledge management strategy.
- Identify the impact of the project on related country strategies within the implementation framework.
- Analyse the information prepared for each of the results and deliverables (baseline, progress assessment survey, etc.) to incorporate it into the knowledge management strategy.
- Share the monitoring and evaluation plan and knowledge management strategy for the project “Strengthening Resilience to Climate Change through the Adoption of Agroforestry and Sustainable Forest Management Models in Colombia” with all relevant teams.
- Prepare and submit regular Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E;) reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) based on project performance indicators, ensuring alignment with both FAO and KOICA reporting requirements. Provide monthly inputs to the FPMIS (Field Program Management Information System) and the Country Office information system (databases, alignment matrix, AOP progress, reporting matrix, Gantt, means of verification, etc.), to systematically and continuously monitor the activities carried out, as well as the outcomes and results of the various project outputs.
- Participate in and support the preparation of KOICA’s monthly coordination meetings, including consolidating reports and following up on agreed actions.
- Support the final process of structuring and cleaning all information generated by the project, using the necessary formats and applications.
- Support the preparation of progress reports to be issued to resource partners, as well as the corresponding annual and final reports.
- Promote and disseminate good gender practices in accordance with FAO’s gender equality policy.
- Keep all information confidential that is handled in connection with the program, its processes, or its activities, as well as information about the organisation that is collected under this contract. The incumbent must protect the information to which they have access and prevent its destruction or misuse. Similarly, giving access to or showing files, documents or archives to unauthorised persons is prohibited.
- Support the project evaluation process by sending updated information and generating inputs for the evaluation.
- Actively participate in Country Office Monitoring Group meetings.
- Lead technical communication with the donor agency by preparing materials for and participating in regular/ ad‑hoc coordination meetings between FAO and KOICA, including the drafting of official minutes and action points.
- Provide support for organising lessons learned and best practices from the project.
- Conduct compliance visits to assigned project areas to review project progress and performance, gathering information necessary for the knowledge management strategy.
- Facilitate communication between the FAO Office in Colombia and the KOICA Colombia Office to coordinate joint actions during the implementation of the project on knowledge management.
- Support the management and planning of field visits in coordination with FAO and KOICA, ensuring that all missions are carried out in accordance with institutional guidelines, operating procedures, and project objectives.
- Consultants must consult, study and familiarise themselves with the PROTOCOL FOR REPORTING CASES OF SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND ABUSE IN COMMUNITIES (provided by Human Resources) and immediately report any cases they become aware of in accordance with this protocol. FAO has zero tolerance for any practice of sexual exploitation and abuse.
- Promote the development and dissemination of good practices in gender matters in accordance with FAO’s gender equality policy.
- Perform any other work related to the assigned subject matter that may be required by the project Coordinator, and that is consistent with the nature …