Natural Resources / Environmental Specialist at Food and Agriculture Organization Of the United Nations Full Time

At the heart of the Food and Agriculture Organization Of the United Nations (FAO) lies a profound commitment to achieving food security for all. We strive tirelessly to ensure that every individual has regular access to high-quality food, enabling them to lead active, healthy lives. Our overarching goals encompass not only the eradication of hunger and malnutrition but also the elimination of poverty and the promotion of economic and social advancement for all members of society. Moreover, we are deeply dedicated to the sustainable management and utilization of our precious natural resources, including land, water, air, climate, and genetic resources, for the betterment of both current and future generations.

Position: Natural Resources / Environmental Specialist

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit, Project Management

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Providing technical support for FAO’s initiatives in landscapes restoration services across Nigeria, including activities related to the Great Green Wall (GGW) project and the EU FAO-ICRAF partnership.
• Conducting mapping and analyses of stakeholder capacity learning needs and gaps, with a focus on strengthening master trainers in large-scale land restoration practices.
• Contributing to the preparation and revision of technical documents, and facilitating logistical organization of training workshops and regional workshops.
• Supervising and facilitating community consultations and the restoration of degraded lands, with an emphasis on ACReSAL States and other targeted areas.
• Overseeing the seeding and reforestation of lands with herbaceous and woody species, and providing technical support to non-timber forest product (NTFP)-related value chains.
• Conducting socio-economic impact assessments and ecological monitoring, and supporting training on restoration techniques and collection of restoration seeds.
• Responding to technical issues related to forestry and natural resources, and producing regular progress reports and final reports on project activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Specialized university degree or advanced university degree in relevant field (Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Ecosystem Management).
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in environmental projects, particularly in mangrove ecosystems management, biodiversity, environmental impact assessments, and ecosystem restoration.
• Working knowledge of English.
• Nigerian nationality with working experience in coastal/mangrove landscapes within the country.

FAO Core Competencies:

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

Technical/Functional Skills:

• Strong stakeholder engagement and fieldwork skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools, including GIS and data analysis tools, and environmental modelling software.
• Knowledge of national and sub-national environmental laws, regulations, and policies.
• Fluent in English and intermediate proficiency in any main Nigerian language (Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Pidgin).

Method of Application: Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the FAO website at jobs.fao.org.