Innovation Specialist (Behavioural Science), Rome Lazio

Innovation Specialist (Behavioural Science), Rome
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Social network you want to login/join with: Client: FAO Location: Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 471f0362ed43 Job Views: 10 Posted: 13. 02. 2025 Expiry Date: 30. 03. 2025 Job Description: 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 persons 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 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the Agenda through its Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, for Better production, Better nutrition, a Better environment and a Better life, leaving no one behind. The Office of Innovation (OIN) is an important instrument within FAO to provide strategic direction and help drive and coordinate innovation across the work of the Organization. Reporting Lines The consultant/PSA reports directly to the relevant Team Leader in the Office of Innovation. Technical Focus The consultant/PSA is engaged by the Organization to provide expertise, skills or knowledge for the performance of a specific task or piece of work, which would be short-term by nature. The purpose of this Call is to identify suitably qualified and experienced consultants and/or PSA subscribers to populate a roster for the following profile: Behavioural Science Specialist. Candidates may be involved in more than one orientation/initiative and may be invited to undertake short-term assignments ranging in duration from a few days or weeks to a maximum of 11 months. The possibility of extension is subject to satisfactory performance and depending on the resources and needs of the Organization. The specialist will provide support to the FAO Science and Innovation Strategy at global, regional, sub-regional and country level in three pillars: Strengthening science and evidence-based decision-making. Supporting innovation and technology at regional and country level. Serving members better reinforcing FAO's capacities. Tasks and Responsibilities Support (category C) / Coordinate (category B) / Lead (category A) the implementation of formative behavioural science research, literature reviews and scoping exercises. Support / Coordinate / Lead teams in the implementation of the application of behavioural science by a stepwise approach (e. g. Define, Diagnose, Design, Test, Scale or similar) to promote human-centered thinking and generate where feasible behavioural insights together with teams. Support / Coordinate / Lead the piloting of behavioural science projects in the field; including co-design of behavioural science interventions / prototypes through a data-driven perspective. Support / Coordinate / Lead the organization and implementation of co-innovation workshops (e. g. behaviour design sprints). Support / Coordinate / Lead the application of qualitative, quantitative and/or mixed methods research to capture evidence generated from behavioural science applications. Support / Coordinate / Lead the iteration of interventions to identify scalable policy elements and/or adapt previous pilots to agrifood system contexts. Any other duties as required. Candidates Will Be Assessed Against the Following University degree in Behavioural Science, Behavioural Economics or any related studies. At least 1 year (category C), 5 years (category B) or 12 years (category A) of relevant work experience in applied behavioural science expertise. Working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge (level B) of another official language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). FAO Core Competencies Selection Criteria University degree in behavioural science, behavioural economics, decision sciences, psychology, social psychology, organizational psychology, organizational design, statistics, sociology, economics, business administration, public policy, or a related field. Advanced degree will be considered an asset. Experience supporting, coordinating or leading behaviour change projects. Pilot and field-work experience applying behavioural principles in agriculture-related programmes. Familiarity with liaising with central and decentralized offices and field teams, preferably in the United Nations context, will be considered an asset. 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. FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. J-18808-Ljbffr