National Technical Specialist

About the role

The National Technical Specialist will support the UNDP Global Environment Facility (GEF) FARM Programme in Lao PDR. The role focuses on reducing harmful agrochemical use and promoting environmentally sound management of pesticides and agricultural waste.

Key responsibilities

• Incentivize farmers to adopt sustainable crop‑management practices.
• Improve access to low‑ or non‑chemical pest‑control alternatives.
• Facilitate financing mechanisms for environmentally sound pesticide and waste management.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of national policies aligned with Lao PDR’s socio‑economic development plan and the Sustainable Development Goals.

Required profile

• Experience in environmental or agricultural project implementation.
• Knowledge of sustainable agriculture, pesticide management, and related financing schemes.
• Ability to work with government ministries, civil society, and development partners.

Required skills

What we offer

• Participation in a full‑sized project under the GEF FARM Programme.
• Opportunity to contribute to national environmental and agricultural objectives.