National Project Assistant

TL;DR

National Project Assistant (Project Management): Assisting the project team in ensuring smooth operational processes, efficient documentation, and timely reporting for the "Building a Resilient Future" pandemic preparedness project. Focus on supporting training programs, capacity-building initiatives, and coordinating with key stakeholders in the animal health sector.

Location: Must be based in Pretoria, South Africa

Company

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (hirify.global) is a specialized agency working in over 130 countries to transform agrifood systems and achieve global food security.

What you will do

• Support the design and implementation of training programs and capacity-building initiatives.
• Ensure smooth operational processes and efficient project documentation.
• Facilitate timely reporting in accordance with project objectives and frameworks.
• Collaborate with the project team and technical officers to achieve project milestones.
• Engage with key stakeholders in the animal health-related field.

Requirements

• University degree in agriculture is required.
• Must be based in or able to work in Pretoria, South Africa.
• Very good knowledge of communication and documentation standards.
• Strong results focus and ability to work within a UN framework.
• Knowledge of key stakeholders in the animal health-related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact UN project focused on pandemic prevention and preparedness.
• Work within a diverse, international environment committed to global food security.
• Professional development through collaboration with technical experts and international organizations.