National Eco-Village Planner Specialist
Opportunité Professionnelle : National Eco-Village Planner Specialist en Arabie Saoudite
Contexte et Mission de l’Organisation
Entreprise : FAO (Organisation des Nations Unies pour l’alimentation et l’agriculture).
Le poste s’inscrit dans le cadre du Programme de coopération technique FAO-Arabie Saoudite, visant principalement à soutenir le Ministère de l’Environnement, de l’Eau et de l’Agriculture (MoEWA) dans ses efforts de développement durable. La mission de la FAO à travers ce partenariat est d’abattre les barrières à la durabilité et d’améliorer les pratiques agricoles en milieu rural dans le respect des objectifs de la Vision 2030 saoudienne.
Attention aux Objectifs et Composantes du Projet
Le projet « UTF/SAU/051/SAU », centré sur le développement rural durable, aspire à impulser des changements significatifs dans divers secteurs agricoles. Parmi ses neuf composantes essentielles, on trouve :
- Renforcement des capacités des producteurs de café Arabica;
- Développement de l’apiculture;
- Optimisation de la production de roses;
- Promotion des fruits subtropicaux;
- Amélioration des pratiques pour les pêcheurs et agriculteurs;
- Gestion durable des ressources naturelles et des terres;
- Et autres initiatives visant la durabilité environnementale.
Missions et Responsabilités
Tâches Principales :
- Vision et Objectifs : Définir les valeurs communautaires, la durabilité et les objectifs des Eco-Villages.
- Analyse des Facteurs : Évaluer les éléments historiques, environnementaux et socio-économiques influant sur la durabilité et le bien-être communautaire.
- Planification : Élaborer un Concept Master Plan en collaboration avec les communautés.
- Nécessité d’Expertise : Identifier les domaines d’expertise pour mettre en œuvre le plan (urbanisme, conception paysagère, etc.).
- Soutien Technique : Fournir un appui technique et préparer le budget pour la mise en œuvre du plan.
Cette diversité d’activités requiert une planification minutieuse et une coordination efficace pour garantir des résultats pérennes.
Exigences du Poste
Les candidats doivent remplir les qualifications suivantes :
- Diplôme : Coordination en gestion des ressources naturelles, politique environnementale ou disciplines connexes.
- Expérience : Minimum 10 ans dans des rôles similaires avec expertise en gestion de l’eau et des terres.
- Langues : Maîtrise de l’arabe et de l’anglais.
- Nationalité : Candidats nationaux de l’Arabie Saoudite uniquement.
Compétences et Connaissances Clés
Pour réussir dans ce poste, le candidat devra posséder des compétences spécifiques, notamment :
- Connaissance de la désertification et de la dégradation des terres;
- Maîtrise des processus intergouvernementaux liés aux politiques environnementales;
- Expertise en gestion climatique des écosystèmes arides, etc.
Informations Supplémentaires
Il est important de noter que la FAO ne demande aucuns frais pour le processus de recrutement. Les candidatures soumises après la date limite ne seront pas acceptées.
Localisation : Riyad, Arabie Saoudite
Date de Publication : 25 juin 2025
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Conclusion
Cette opportunité représente non seulement un poste clé pour influencer le développement durable en Arabie Saoudite, mais aussi une chance d’être au cœur de la transformation des pratiques agricoles. Les candidats sont encouragés à postuler tout en veillant à respecter les critères énoncés.
📅 Date de publication de l’offre : Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:35:34 GMT
🏢 Entreprise : FAO
📍 Lieu : الرياض
💼 Intitulé du poste : National Eco-Village Planner Specialist
💶 Rémunération proposée :
📝 Description du poste : Organizational SettingThe Programme Management Unit (PMU) of the FAO-Saudi Technical Cooperation Programme (2019-2025) facilitates, coordinates and manages all technical and advisory services to be provided by FAO to the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MoEWA). The project “UTF/SAU/051/SAU Strengthening MoEWA’s Capacity to Implement the Sustainable Rural Agricultural Development Programme” is the first project that has been approved within the framework of FAO-Saudi Technical Cooperation Programme (2019-2025). The project will provide technical and advisory assistance to the MoEWA in implementing its flagship Sustainable Rural Agricultural Development programme that has recently been approved within the context of the National Transformation Programme of the Saudi Vision 2030. The project expected results will be achieved through implementation of nine project components: 1) Development of coffee Arabica production, processing and marketing; 2) Development of beekeeping and honey production; 3) Development of rose production and trade; 4) Development of sub-tropical fruits production, processing and marketing; 5) Strengthening capacity of small-scale fishermen and fish farmers; 6) Strengthening capacity of small-scale livestock herders; 7) Development of rain-fed cereals production; 8) Enhancing value addition from smallholdings and rural activities; and 9) Strengthening MoEWA’s capacity in sustainable management of rangelands, forests and natural resources to support rural livelihoods.
An overall plan and budget are developed and approved, including activities and outputs that are expected to be accomplished under each component. Requirements for international technical expertise of each component have been identified. In order to ensure a coordinated, smooth, timely and successful implementation of the project, long-term competent international technical advisors will be appointed as Component Technical Advisors to each of the nine components. Each Component Technical Advisors will be supported by a team of international consultants and experts who are technical specialists in the subject matters of the various outputs and activities.Reporting LinesThe incumbent will report to the Land Degradation Control (LDC- National Professional Officer under the overall guidance of the FAO Programme Director in close collaboration with the Chief Technical Advisors and technical team in the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaTechnical FocusContribute to the accomplishment of the project Outcome 2: “Innovative practices and technologies pilot tested and adopted to restore and conserve natural vegetation cover and sustainably manage vital natural resources”.Tasks and responsibilities
- Define the vision, goals, sustainability targets, community values, and self-sufficiency level Target’s for Eco-Villages.
- Assess historical, environmental, and socio-economic factors relevant to sustainability, land use, and community well-being.
- Develop objectives and a Concept Master Plan based on these factors and validate it with communities and authorities.
- Identify required expertise (urban planning, landscape design, EIA, community engagement) for plan implementation.
- Outline development needs: housing, transport, utilities, green spaces, and infrastructure.
- Provide technical support and prepare outputs and budget for the master plan.
- Create a detailed schedule for site surveys, stakeholder consultations, data analysis, and plan compilation.
- Develop guidelines for implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
- Prepare awareness and training materials on sustainable living for residents.
- Define the way forward for execution, monitoring, and ongoing development of the eco-village
- Assist with the organization of workshops and meetings, including training of experts and stakeholders.
- Support developing of the related strategies and plans.
- Any other duties pertaining to this consultancy as may be determined by the FAO
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum Requirements
- Advanced university degree in natural resource management, environmental policy, development economics or related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years of working experience related to the above disciplines, including in-depth knowledge in monitoring sand encroachment stations, good practices, including sand dunes fixation and reducing sand encroachment related issues and sustainable land/water management and restoration policies, programs
- Working knowledge of Arabic and English
- National of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge on desertification, land degradation, ecosystem monitoring, sand encroachment particularly modelling, mapping and Geo-informatics.
- Solid knowledge of the UNCCD, related UN and intergovernmental processes.
- In-depth knowledge of climate change, arid ecosystem and desertification and land degradation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
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