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Stakeholder Engagement and Liaison Specialist
Job Posting : 24/Jul/2026
Closure Date : 07/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : FAVIE - FAO Representation in Vietnam
Job Type : Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition : PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level : N/A
Primary Location : Viet Nam-Hanoi
Duration : 30 days
Post Number : N/A
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO''s values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
Organizational Setting
At the country level, the Country Programming Framework (CPF) for Viet Nam has been serving as the basis for FAO''s works in Viet Nam for the period of 2022-2026. Climate Change Response, Disaster Resilience and Environmental Sustainability is one of the four FAO strategic priorities under the CPF. The Country Office (CO), with technical support from RAP GEF team, has successfully mobilized significant resources from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to address the issues related to water resources management, fisheries and aquaculture, environment, biodiversity and ecosystem restoration in Viet Nam. FAO Vietnam, in partner with the Agriculture Projects Management Board (APMB), is formulating the GEF-8 project “Supporting sustainable fisheries development through the promotion of initiatives, environmentally-friendly technologies and climate adaptation”, of which the Concept Note has been endorsed by the GEF Secretariat. The project''s aim is to safeguard critical marine ecosystems and reverse coastal biodiversity loss in Viet Nam''s priority productive seascapes by mainstreaming Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management and Ecosystem Approach to Aquaculture frameworks into spatial planning, expanding shared-governance Other effective area-based conservation measures (such as Fisheries Resource Protected Areas), and scaling biodiversity-positive production systems.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent reports to the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) in Viet Nam.
Technical Focus
The incumbent will support the formulation of the Project Document for GEF.
Under the overall administrative supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) in Viet Nam, the technical supervision of the Lead Technical Officers (LTOs) from RAP, and in collaboration with FAO GEF specialists and the entire PPG team. TheStakeholder Engagement and Liaison Specialist will be responsible for generating and collating information to inform the technical content, structure and implementation approach of the project.
Tasks and responsibilities
Specifically, the Stakeholder Engagement and Liaison Specialist will be responsible for:
Support the mapping of stakeholders according to their relevance to the project deliverables during PPG and their expected roles during project implementation;
Contribute to the Stakeholder Engagement Plan; research and list out all relevant stakeholders, map relevant stakeholders with appropriate engagement modality, support the team in building a timeline and planned activities for engagement
Together with the PPG team, map the current institutional arrangements and the community architecture in the target landscapes;
Support FAO and Operational Partner in establishing the optimal implementation arrangement and addressing comments/ feedbacks from relevant Departments as well as related Ministries; harmonizing requirements, rules and regulations of multiple stakeholders;
Review the draft GEF project document;
Develop the ProDoc (Vietnamese version) and it annexes as required by Decree 242/2025/NĐ-CP, that details further how the project will be established at country level to comply with the Government''s ODA management regulations;
Participate in field visits and workshops as required throughout the PPG process;
Undertake other tasks as agreed.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
University degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, State management or related fields;
At least 5 years of professional experience in the aquaculture and fisheries sector or ODA projects management or a related field in Viet Nam;
Working knowledge English and Vietnamese;
National of Viet Nam or resident in the Country with a valid permit.
FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Demonstrated experience in organizing and facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations/workshops;
Demonstrated experience with the Viet Nam''s project approval process under the relevant Decrees (114, 242, etc.);
Good understanding of institutional frameworks and knowledge of the Viet Nam aquaculture and fisheries sector;
Previous experience working on GEF projects preferred;
Relevant experience in working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, particularly in multilateral organizations;
Experience in working with partners in Viet Nam at all levels (Ministries, provinces, private sectors, etc.);
Proven ability to deliver quality outputs working under tight deadlines.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
FAO''s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
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 http://www.whed.net/
For other issues, 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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required. Vaccination status will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO''s client support team for further assistance:
https://fao.service-now.com/csp
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
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Stakeholder Engagement and Liaison Specialist
Job Posting : 24/Jul/2026
Closure Date : 07/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : FAVIE - FAO Representation in Vietnam
Job Type : Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition : PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level : N/A
Primary Location : Viet Nam-Hanoi
Duration : 30 days
Post Number : N/A
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO''s values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
Organizational Setting
At the country level, the Country Programming Framework (CPF) for Viet Nam has been serving as the basis for FAO''s works in Viet Nam for the period of 2022-2026. Climate Change Response, Disaster Resilience and Environmental Sustainability is one of the four FAO strategic priorities under the CPF. The Country Office (CO), with technical support from RAP GEF team, has successfully mobilized significant resources from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to address the issues related to water resources management, fisheries and aquaculture, environment, biodiversity and ecosystem restoration in Viet Nam. FAO Vietnam, in partner with the Agriculture Projects Management Board (APMB), is formulating the GEF-8 project “Supporting sustainable fisheries development through the promotion of initiatives, environmentally-friendly technologies and climate adaptation”, of which the Concept Note has been endorsed by the GEF Secretariat. The project''s aim is to safeguard critical marine ecosystems and reverse coastal biodiversity loss in Viet Nam''s priority productive seascapes by mainstreaming Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management and Ecosystem Approach to Aquaculture frameworks into spatial planning, expanding shared-governance Other effective area-based conservation measures (such as Fisheries Resource Protected Areas), and scaling biodiversity-positive production systems.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent reports to the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) in Viet Nam.
Technical Focus
The incumbent will support the formulation of the Project Document for GEF.
Under the overall administrative supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) in Viet Nam, the technical supervision of the Lead Technical Officers (LTOs) from RAP, and in collaboration with FAO GEF specialists and the entire PPG team. TheStakeholder Engagement and Liaison Specialist will be responsible for generating and collating information to inform the technical content, structure and implementation approach of the project.
Tasks and responsibilities
Specifically, the Stakeholder Engagement and Liaison Specialist will be responsible for:
Support the mapping of stakeholders according to their relevance to the project deliverables during PPG and their expected roles during project implementation;
Contribute to the Stakeholder Engagement Plan; research and list out all relevant stakeholders, map relevant stakeholders with appropriate engagement modality, support the team in building a timeline and planned activities for engagement
Together with the PPG team, map the current institutional arrangements and the community architecture in the target landscapes;
Support FAO and Operational Partner in establishing the optimal implementation arrangement and addressing comments/ feedbacks from relevant Departments as well as related Ministries; harmonizing requirements, rules and regulations of multiple stakeholders;
Review the draft GEF project document;
Develop the ProDoc (Vietnamese version) and it annexes as required by Decree 242/2025/NĐ-CP, that details further how the project will be established at country level to comply with the Government''s ODA management regulations;
Participate in field visits and workshops as required throughout the PPG process;
Undertake other tasks as agreed.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
University degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, State management or related fields;
At least 5 years of professional experience in the aquaculture and fisheries sector or ODA projects management or a related field in Viet Nam;
Working knowledge English and Vietnamese;
National of Viet Nam or resident in the Country with a valid permit.
FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Demonstrated experience in organizing and facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations/workshops;
Demonstrated experience with the Viet Nam''s project approval process under the relevant Decrees (114, 242, etc.);
Good understanding of institutional frameworks and knowledge of the Viet Nam aquaculture and fisheries sector;
Previous experience working on GEF projects preferred;
Relevant experience in working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, particularly in multilateral organizations;
Experience in working with partners in Viet Nam at all levels (Ministries, provinces, private sectors, etc.);
Proven ability to deliver quality outputs working under tight deadlines.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
FAO''s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
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 http://www.whed.net/
For other issues, 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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required. Vaccination status will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO''s client support team for further assistance:
https://fao.service-now.com/csp
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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