National Consultant in Nursery Management and Administration - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - Yerevan

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under the general supervision of FOMR, Rome and “Hayantar” SNCO of the Ministry of Agriculture of Armenia, in close collaboration with other consultants and counterparts the national consultant will undertake various duties (mentioned below).
The position is based in Yerevan with visits to the field.

Output:
An expert report within two weeks at the end of each assignment to be submitted to “Hayantar” SNCO. The report should have a short executive summary, conclusions on the experience made in the training courses and recommendations for follow-up actions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:- Implement a survey in all Hayantar Forest Enterprises on the demand for seeds and seedlings by species and ecological zones (e.g. altitude) in the period 2010 to 2015;
- Compile the surveyed data and information in tables and graphs;
- Undertake an estimate (forecast) on the demand for seed and seedling on national level;
- Implement a survey in all Hayantar Forest Enterprises on the suitability of high forest stands for seed collection. The survey should be structured according to species and ecological zones (e.g. altitude);
- Undertake field trips to the most suitable seed collection stands and select 8 stands of at least 5 ha according to the demand for certain tree species established in the first assignment;
- Compile a description of the 8 selected stands according to silvicultural features;
- Map the area on a topographic map and mark the selected stand in the field;
- Develop a lesson plan of the training workshop for forestry workers, clerks and accountants of Hayantar Forest Enterprises including a substantial portion of female workers and conduct the training course.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree from a forestry or agricultural university;
- At least 5 years of work experience in the field of nursery management, silviculture, forest management or a related field;
- Proven ability in the planning and implementation of training courses for forestry workers and administrative personnel;
- Good communication skills in Armenian language;
- Knowledge of English language and work experience in international projects are an advantage.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications can be submitted to: FAO-AM@fao.org or hard copies can be delivered to the FAO Representation Office in Armenia (Governmental Building #3, Ministry of Agriculture, 1st floor, Room #105).
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV, FAO Personal History Form (available at http://www.fao.org/VA/adm11e.dot) and letter of motivation.