FAO
Overview
FAO is seeking to recruit Lead MTR Consultant to perform the mid-term review of the GEF-7 Project in India. The position is home-based with missions to FAO Country Office and to the project states in India. Reporting Lines and Technical Focus
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in India, while closely coordinating with the Lead Technical Officer in the FAO Regional Office in Bangkok, Assistant FAO Representatives (Program and Administration), MTR Manager assigned by the FAO India Country Office, and the MTR focal at the FAO GEF Coordination Unit in HQ, and lead the other two local MTR specialists. The Lead MTR Consultant will guide and coordinate the Mid-Term Review of the GEF-7 Project in India, ensuring methodological rigor, effective team collaboration, and delivery of high-quality MTR reports and recommendations in line with FAO-GEF standards. Tasks And Responsibilities
Coordinate and develop a field visit plan with the Project Team in India. Review relevant background documentation made available by the designated MTR manager and project team, including the project document, the project’s logframe, progress and final reports, workshop and technical reports, among others as listed in the MTR terms of reference. Review and complement the methodology described in the MTR terms of reference, prepare data-collection tools, including questionnaires, checklists and interview protocols as appropriate. Coordinate preparation, drafting and finalization of the MTR inception report, including an MTR matrix, theory of change and stakeholder table, and participate in the finalization of the team’s work programme. Lead and coordinate the collection of primary data by the MTR team through interviews and meetings (face-to-face or virtual) with relevant FAO officers in headquarters and/or Project Coordination Unit, among other things, and during country visits with key stakeholders including the government, FAO Representatives, external partners, project teams, international organizations, the private sector, civil society, academia, research institutes and ultimate beneficiaries, as appropriate, as described in the MTR terms of reference. Coordinate the collection of primary data during country visits and relevant secondary data, according to the methodology presented in the MTR terms of reference and detailed in the inception report, by leading the other two local MTR Specialists. Lead the analysis and discussion of evidence collected within the MTR team to identify key findings and preliminary conclusions that respond to the MTR’s issues and questions, and formulate preliminary recommendations in line with the findings and conclusions. Ensure that all the findings are sufficiently triangulated and validated. Present the preliminary MTR findings to key stakeholders, as required. Lead, coordinate and prepare all deliverables planned in the MTR terms of reference, according to specifications provided in the terms of reference and detailed in the FAO-GEF MTR Guide and annexes. Coordinate the participation and contribution of team members in all deliverables, as required. Lead the preparation of the first and second drafts of the MTR report, integrate comments received, as appropriate, from the Budget Holder, MTR Manager, FAO-GEF Coordination Unit, other FAO and government agency staff, and other relevant stakeholders, as appropriate. Lead the finalization of the MTR report and coordinate the inputs of other members of the MTR team into the final version, as needed. In terms of reporting, address requests to the FAO MTR Manager and to the FAO GEF Coordination Unit Monitoring and Reporting Officer if information, advice or guidance is required from FAO by the Lead MTR Consultant. The consultant may also be requested to perform other on-demand duties to the GEF Coordination Unit relating to project design, implementation and reporting, as required. Minimum Requirements
An advanced university degree from an institution recognized by UGC/UNESCO in Monitoring & Evaluation, Science, Environment Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Climate Change and Adaptation or a related discipline relevant to project evaluation, agriculture extension and sustainable development. At least ten years of relevant experience in evaluating, supporting, designing, planning and/or managing agriculture, rural development, or natural resource management projects. Working knowledge (level C) of English. FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus Teamwork Communication Building Effective Relationships Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical Skills And Competencies
Experience in leading evaluations of complex projects Knowledge of FAO and GEF work/procedures, or other UN agencies, would be an asset. Notes and Disclaimers
Applicants should be independent of any organizations that have been involved in designing, executing or advising on any aspect of the project being evaluated in the MTR and should not have been involved in any aspect of the project previously. Additional Details
Call For Expressions Of Interest - Vacancy Announcement Job Posting: 03/Nov/2025 Closure Date: 17/Nov/2025, 11:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: FAIND Job Type: Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition: Consultant Grade Level: N/A Primary Location: Home-Based Duration: 50 Days (5 Months) EEO and Notice
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of underrepresented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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FAO is seeking to recruit Lead MTR Consultant to perform the mid-term review of the GEF-7 Project in India. The position is home-based with missions to FAO Country Office and to the project states in India. Reporting Lines and Technical Focus
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in India, while closely coordinating with the Lead Technical Officer in the FAO Regional Office in Bangkok, Assistant FAO Representatives (Program and Administration), MTR Manager assigned by the FAO India Country Office, and the MTR focal at the FAO GEF Coordination Unit in HQ, and lead the other two local MTR specialists. The Lead MTR Consultant will guide and coordinate the Mid-Term Review of the GEF-7 Project in India, ensuring methodological rigor, effective team collaboration, and delivery of high-quality MTR reports and recommendations in line with FAO-GEF standards. Tasks And Responsibilities
Coordinate and develop a field visit plan with the Project Team in India. Review relevant background documentation made available by the designated MTR manager and project team, including the project document, the project’s logframe, progress and final reports, workshop and technical reports, among others as listed in the MTR terms of reference. Review and complement the methodology described in the MTR terms of reference, prepare data-collection tools, including questionnaires, checklists and interview protocols as appropriate. Coordinate preparation, drafting and finalization of the MTR inception report, including an MTR matrix, theory of change and stakeholder table, and participate in the finalization of the team’s work programme. Lead and coordinate the collection of primary data by the MTR team through interviews and meetings (face-to-face or virtual) with relevant FAO officers in headquarters and/or Project Coordination Unit, among other things, and during country visits with key stakeholders including the government, FAO Representatives, external partners, project teams, international organizations, the private sector, civil society, academia, research institutes and ultimate beneficiaries, as appropriate, as described in the MTR terms of reference. Coordinate the collection of primary data during country visits and relevant secondary data, according to the methodology presented in the MTR terms of reference and detailed in the inception report, by leading the other two local MTR Specialists. Lead the analysis and discussion of evidence collected within the MTR team to identify key findings and preliminary conclusions that respond to the MTR’s issues and questions, and formulate preliminary recommendations in line with the findings and conclusions. Ensure that all the findings are sufficiently triangulated and validated. Present the preliminary MTR findings to key stakeholders, as required. Lead, coordinate and prepare all deliverables planned in the MTR terms of reference, according to specifications provided in the terms of reference and detailed in the FAO-GEF MTR Guide and annexes. Coordinate the participation and contribution of team members in all deliverables, as required. Lead the preparation of the first and second drafts of the MTR report, integrate comments received, as appropriate, from the Budget Holder, MTR Manager, FAO-GEF Coordination Unit, other FAO and government agency staff, and other relevant stakeholders, as appropriate. Lead the finalization of the MTR report and coordinate the inputs of other members of the MTR team into the final version, as needed. In terms of reporting, address requests to the FAO MTR Manager and to the FAO GEF Coordination Unit Monitoring and Reporting Officer if information, advice or guidance is required from FAO by the Lead MTR Consultant. The consultant may also be requested to perform other on-demand duties to the GEF Coordination Unit relating to project design, implementation and reporting, as required. Minimum Requirements
An advanced university degree from an institution recognized by UGC/UNESCO in Monitoring & Evaluation, Science, Environment Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Climate Change and Adaptation or a related discipline relevant to project evaluation, agriculture extension and sustainable development. At least ten years of relevant experience in evaluating, supporting, designing, planning and/or managing agriculture, rural development, or natural resource management projects. Working knowledge (level C) of English. FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus Teamwork Communication Building Effective Relationships Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical Skills And Competencies
Experience in leading evaluations of complex projects Knowledge of FAO and GEF work/procedures, or other UN agencies, would be an asset. Notes and Disclaimers
Applicants should be independent of any organizations that have been involved in designing, executing or advising on any aspect of the project being evaluated in the MTR and should not have been involved in any aspect of the project previously. Additional Details
Call For Expressions Of Interest - Vacancy Announcement Job Posting: 03/Nov/2025 Closure Date: 17/Nov/2025, 11:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: FAIND Job Type: Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition: Consultant Grade Level: N/A Primary Location: Home-Based Duration: 50 Days (5 Months) EEO and Notice
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of underrepresented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Industries: Non-profit Organizations Note: This is a reformatted and cleaned version of the original description for adherence to formatting guidelines. The content remains as stated in the source.
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