Assistant FAO Representative – Administration

About the role

The Assistant FAO Representative (Administration) provides comprehensive administrative and financial support to the FAO Representation in Sudan, ensuring effective implementation of programmes and projects while reporting directly to the FAO Representative.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organize and coordinate the office’s administrative services and supervise the administrative team.
• Provide administrative support for collaborative programmes and monitor their implementation.
• Develop and enforce procedures, norms and systems in line with FAO policies.
• Prepare financial reports, budget estimates and manage the accounting of approved allocations.
• Review accounts, process payments and liaise with local banks and financial institutions.
• Oversee financial and administrative correspondence, filing and ensure compliance with security guidelines.
• Monitor government contributions and manage procurement and customs clearances for programmes and the office.

Required profile

• National of Sudan.
• Advanced university degree (Master’s) in business or public administration.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in office management, administration, accounting, audit or finance.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic (level C).

Required skills

• Accounting and financial reporting.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Use of FAO corporate systems and databases.
• Knowledge of UN/FAO operational rules and procedures.
• Analytical and judgment skills applied to financial administration.