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CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: 7
Issued on: 30.10.2025
Deadline For Application: 13.11.2025
JOB TITLE: National Forest Monitoring Consultant
TYPE OF REQUISITION: PSA.NAT
DUTY STATION: Home based
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: REU
DURATION:
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
Deadline For Application: 13.11.2025
JOB TITLE: National Forest Monitoring Consultant
TYPE OF REQUISITION: PSA.NAT
DUTY STATION: Home based
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: REU
DURATION:
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
- 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
The National Forest Monitoring Consultant will contribute to the implementation of the project GCP/MNE/005/GCR, titled “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.”, implemented in close collaboration with the National Designated Authority (NDA) – Directorate for Climate Change and Sustainable Development in the Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development, and Northern Region.
The consultant will operate under the overall guidance of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), with technical direction from the Forestry Officer, and operational oversight from the Budget Holder. Close collaboration will be maintained with the International NFI and Monitoring Expert, the International Consultant on Remote Sensing and the National Programme Coordinator, as well as other national and international consultants.
Reporting Lines
The consultant will report to the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), the Forestry Officer, the Budget Holder, and the National Programme Coordinator. Supervision will focus on ensuring the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of outputs, while also providing opportunities for on-the-job learning and professional development.
Technical Focus
National Forest Monitoring Consultant will be responsible for supporting activities related to national forest inventory in the framework of project GCP/MNE/005/GCR “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro”.
The incumbent's work impacts on the timely and efficient delivery of Readiness and Preparatory Support.
Tasks and responsibilities
The National Forest Monitoring Consultant will contribute to the implementation of the project GCP/MNE/005/GCR, titled “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.”, implemented in close collaboration with the National Designated Authority (NDA) – Directorate for Climate Change and Sustainable Development in the Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development, and Northern Region.
The consultant will operate under the overall guidance of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), with technical direction from the Forestry Officer, and operational oversight from the Budget Holder. Close collaboration will be maintained with the International NFI and Monitoring Expert, the International Consultant on Remote Sensing and the National Programme Coordinator, as well as other national and international consultants.
Reporting Lines
The consultant will report to the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), the Forestry Officer, the Budget Holder, and the National Programme Coordinator. Supervision will focus on ensuring the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of outputs, while also providing opportunities for on-the-job learning and professional development.
Technical Focus
National Forest Monitoring Consultant will be responsible for supporting activities related to national forest inventory in the framework of project GCP/MNE/005/GCR “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro”.
The incumbent's work impacts on the timely and efficient delivery of Readiness and Preparatory Support.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Review existing draft NFI methodology and relevant national and international best practices (e.g., FAO guidelines, IPCC Good Practice Guidance).
- Facilitate stakeholder consultations with forestry agencies, statistical offices, academia, and other relevant stakeholders to validate methodological revisions.
- Support the finalization of the NFI methodology
- Assist in the planning of the pilot phase for the NFI field survey (selection of pilot areas, logistics, etc,).
- Participate in training and guidance for field teams on data collection, use of instruments and adherence to the field survey Manual
- Visit the different NFI survey teams in the field to monitor and ensure a consistent data collection process.
- Assist in data cleaning, control and analysis
- Contribute to drafting technical reports summarizing the methodology used in the survey, results from the pilot areas and key findings of the NFI piloting phase.
- Carry out any other tasks relevant to this assignment as requested by the LTO
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
Academic qualifications:
Minimum Requirements
Academic qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in forestry, ecology, environmental science, or related field.
General requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years work experience in the forestry sector.
- Proven working Experience in forest inventory, mapping, and monitoring techniques.
- Knowledge of national forestry policies, regulations, and practices.
- Knowledge of GCF procedures and UN SDGs will be considered as asset.
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is also desirable
- Ability and self-initiative to carry out assigned tasks within deadlines in a team as well as under minimal supervision.
- Excellent knowledge and regular use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills of English are required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
- Gender and minorities awareness
Additional Selection Criteria
- Ability to write clear and concise reports, manuals, and technical documents.
- Experience working with national authorities and international organizations in the Western Balkans or similar contexts is highly desirable.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Capacity to manage tasks in a systematic and efficient manner with judgment, analysis, independence, and initiative.
- Capacity to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationship and team spirit both inside the Organization and with external partners such as government officers and other relevant stakeholders.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
- 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 more information, visit the FAO employment website
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please send an e-mail with your CV and cover letter attached to: tanja.milovic@fao.org using the subject line: “Vacancy- National Forest Monitoring Consultant”.
Deadline for submissions is 13:00 Central European Time (CET) on the deadline for applications date. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: tanja.milovic@fao.org
To apply, please send an e-mail with your CV and cover letter attached to: tanja.milovic@fao.org using the subject line: “Vacancy- National Forest Monitoring Consultant”.
Deadline for submissions is 13:00 Central European Time (CET) on the deadline for applications date. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: tanja.milovic@fao.org
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