COMMON PROJECT ELEMENT

TERMS OF REFERENCE - SPFS PHASE I - DIVERSIFICATION COMPONENT

(INTERNATIONAL SPECIALIST/TCDC)

Small Ruminant (Goat/Sheep) Specialist

Duration: ..... months (in ..... missions)

Job Description:

Under the technical and operational supervision of the respective FAO technical division, the consultant will, in collaboration with the National Programme Coordinator (NPC) and the technical staff from the Ministry of Agriculture, assist in the development and implementation of the goat/sheep component. In particular he/she will:

First Mission:

• Provide technical leadership in the development and co-ordination of the programme of improved goat/sheep production as part of the Diversification Component;
• prepare detailed specifications for the proposed technical interventions including: the required inputs (i.e. animal purchase, housing design), expected outputs and benefits;
• prepare a seasonal (monthly) programme of activities with supporting training and extension materials;
• identify and list essential supplies (breeding stock, feed, vaccines, drugs, etc.) and assist in the procurement;
• assess training requirements of the farmers, Ministry staff and NGO staff and prepare a training schedule for Phase I;
• assist in the preparation of the training curriculum and undertake training course with the emphasis on training of trainers;
• monitor and evaluate the progress of the activities and provide detailed mission reports to FAO with findings, conclusions and recommendations; and
• undertake any other duties as required by FAO.

Second Mission:

• Review progress of the goat/sheep activities during monitoring visits to the field and in cooperation with national consultants, assess constraints and advise field staff on the various aspects of the improved goat/sheep production;
• organize and conduct training session for field staff to evaluate progress and constraints and enhance knowledge and skills of the technical and extension staff on specific aspects and techniques;
• assist in the preparation for the Extension of Phase I and of the Programme as required;
• prepare a mission report including results of one production season and prepare recommendations for the implementation of the second season; and
• undertake other duties as required by FAO.

Qualifications:

A first degree in animal production with a postgraduate specialization on goat/sheep production and management and 10 years of experience in goat/sheep management and husbandry. Prior international/regional experience would be an added advantage.