Consultant - Project Implementation of Combat Soil Salinity

UN Atlas; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

UN Atlas in Vienna seeks a consultant to manage the Coordinated Research Project on Climate Smart Agricultural Practices to Combat Soil Salinity. You will coordinate meetings, monitor progress, and ensure milestones are met, delivering research outputs for capacity building and dissemination.

The role requires a Master’s degree in agricultural or related sciences, 5+ years in project management within the UN system, budgeting experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• An advanced university degree (Master's level) in agricultural sciences, soil science, environmental sciences, or a related field is required.
• Knowledge of other official IAEA languages is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Editorial review of all project reports generated by the CRP.
• Provide technical input for project implementation and progress monitoring.
• Maintain and regularly update a database of experimental and analytical work from participating countries.
• Develop dissemination materials such as success stories, brochures, and guidelines.
• Communicate with CRP partners and participants to ensure timely delivery of outputs.
• Provide technical expertise for meetings, contract renewals, field procurement, and management of consumables and equipment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

English language

Stakeholder liaison

Relationship management

Progress reporting

Knowledge dissemination

Education

Master's degree in agricultural sciences/soil science/environmental sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

Organizational context: The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications, through its Joint FAO/IAEA Centre, supports Member States in utilizing nuclear and isotopic techniques for sustainable development. The Soil and Water Management and Crop Nutrition Section specifically aids countries in enhancing agricultural production, conserving resources, and optimizing input use through research, development, and capacity building.

Job purpose: This role provides essential project management and technical expertise for the Coordinated Research Project (CRP) focused on Climate Smart Agricultural Practices to Combat Soil Salinity. The primary objective is to ensure the timely and effective implementation of all CRP activities. This includes coordinating regular meetings with project partners and participants, meticulously monitoring progress against set objectives, and ensuring all project milestones are met within the defined timelines, thereby contributing to the overall success of the initiative.

Responsibilities: The consultant will be responsible for the editorial review of all project reports generated by the CRP. They will provide crucial technical input for project implementation and progress monitoring, adhering to results-based management principles. A key duty involves maintaining and regularly updating a comprehensive database of experimental and analytical work from participating countries, ensuring timely data upload. Furthermore, the role includes developing and preparing dissemination materials such as success stories, brochures, and guidelines. Regular communication and coordination with CRP partners and participants are vital to ensure timely delivery of outputs. The consultant will also offer technical expertise for meetings, contract renewals, field procurement, and the management of consumables and equipment.

Education: An advanced university degree (Master's level) in agricultural sciences, soil science, environmental sciences, or a related field is required. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages is an asset.

Work experience: A minimum of five years of relevant work experience is necessary, including experience in project management and budgeting within the UN system, database management, and capacity building for program/project implementation. Project management qualifications are desired.

Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe suite. Clear communication skills (written and verbal) in English. Experience in liaising with stakeholders, relationship management, project progress reporting, and developing knowledge dissemination materials.

Required languages: English

Desired languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish