Land Management Specialist

The Land Management Specialist will provide technical support for integrated land management activities under the STREAM+ project in Mongolia, including land use planning, territorial development planning, land degradation assessment and monitoring, and stakeholder capacity development. The role involves coordination with government institutions and stakeholders to ensure sustainable land use and rural development.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyse existing aimag- and soum-level land use and territorial development plans in the project target areas.
• Prepare technical specifications, bidding documents, and co-financing arrangements for the development of integrated land management plans in collaboration with relevant aimag Departments of Land Management and Urban Development.
• Develop technical specifications and equipment requirements necessary for project implementation.
• Develop science-based guidelines and methodologies for integrated land management planning, implementation, assessment, and monitoring, building on existing national frameworks.
• Organize and deliver capacity-building activities for aimag and soum land officers and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate participatory and evidence-based processes for the preparation and documentation of integrated aimag land management plans and soum territorial development plans and support the implementation of previously developed plans.
• Supervise and monitor the work of contractors and consultants engaged in land management and territorial development planning activities.
• Coordinate with government institutions, local authorities, communities, and other stakeholders to ensure endorsement, implementation, and monitoring of land management plans.
• Contribute to project monitoring and evaluation, including quarterly, semi-annual, and annual progress reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the National Project Manager, Assistant FAO Representative, or FAO Representative.

Requirements

• University degree in Land Management, Geography, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Planning, Forestry, Agriculture, or a related discipline.
• At least seven years of relevant professional experience in land management, land use planning, territorial development, natural resource management, or related fields.
• Working knowledge (Level C) of English and Mongolian.
• National of Mongolia.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in integrated land management, territorial development planning, land degradation assessment, and natural resource management.
• Familiarity with national land administration systems, policies, and institutions, particularly ALAMGAC and related frameworks.
• Experience in developing land use plans, territorial development plans, or similar planning instruments.
• Excellent analytical, planning, and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong writing, editing, and reporting skills in both English and Mongolian.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
• Experience in coordinating with government agencies, development partners, and local communities.
• Experience working within the UN system or international development projects is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and self-organization skills.

Skills

• Integrated Land Management
• Territorial Development Planning
• Land Degradation Assessment
• Natural Resource Management
• Land Use Planning
• National Land Administration Systems
• ALAMGAC Framework
• Analytical Skills
• Planning Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Report Writing
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Government Coordination
• Development Partner Coordination
• Community Engagement
• Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
• Time Management
• Self-Organization

Languages

English, Mongolian