Senior Adviser Lazio

Senior Adviser
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Job Description2500246Job PostingDate: 23/Jan/2025Closure Date13/Feb/2025, 10:59:00 PMOrganizational Unit: Deputy Director-General, DDCNJob TypeStaff positionType of Requisition: ProfessionalPrimary LocationItaly-RomeDuration: Fixed term: 2 years with possibility of extensionPost Number: 2003277CCOG Code: 1A11IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device. The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. • 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. • FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. Organizational SettingThe Deputy Director-General for Natural Resources and Sustainable Production (DDCN) oversees divisions, centres and offices responsible for Climate, Biodiversity, Environment, Land and Water; Forestry; Fisheries and Aquaculture and Animal Production and Health, Zoonoses and antimicrobial resistance, and nuclear techniques in agriculture.

It coordinates the coherent use of FAO's diverse technical expertise in the sustainable management of natural resources in the above fields and ensures overall coherence on implementation of the Agenda 2030 and UN Reform Matters. The position is located in the Immediate Office of the Deputy Director-General, Natural Resources and Sustainable Production, DDCN at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. Reporting LinesThe Senior Adviser reports to Deputy Director-General, Natural Resources and Sustainable Production, DDCN. Technical FocusProvide overall management support and advice under the Programme Priority Areas and other key priorities of the Strategic Framework. Key ResultsLeadership and technical expertise for the planning, development and implementation of programmes of work, projects, related products and services in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework. Key FunctionsLeads the development, implementation and evaluation on technical issues of assigned programmes/projects; directs the review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, liaises with relevant parties; identifies and initiates follow-up actions;Coordinates programmes and reviews the assessment of issues and trends for the implementation of programmes and projects as well as the preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies;Supervises preparation of various written outputs, e. g.

background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports as well as studies, and inputs to publications;Directs substantive support to consultative meetings and conferences, to include the proposition of agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations;Manages outreach activities; designs and conducts training workshops, seminars; and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities;Leads field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties;Provides advice to develop policies and strategies as well as national protocols and guidelines for projects with specific domains related to FAO's work. Specific FunctionsProvides substantive strategic and technical advice to the Deputy Director-General (DDG) and the Senior Management Team of the Stream on issues relating to and/or affecting the work of the Stream and assists the DDG to carry out leadership functions in policy development, strategy, and priority- and goal setting;Attends meetings both with and on behalf of the DDG drawing conclusions on the implications for the Stream and items which require the direct attention of the DDG or other Senior Managers;Prepares and/or revises reports, briefing notes and talking points for the DDG and other senior staff;Prepares and/or revises responses to comments, statements, and queries of parties, including from external stakeholders and Members;Provides general oversight and strategic coordination of work programmes in the divisions, offices and centres under the DDG-Magwenzi Stream;Oversees and/or carries out the review of all outputs from the Office of the DDG to ensure quality control and high-quality standards in terms of substance, impact, coherence and compliance with relevant mandates, strategic vision and guidance of the Senior Leadership of the Organization;Acts as second level (B Reporting Line) on the oversight and coordination of the Office of Emergency and Resilience (OER) and Plant Production and Protection Division (NSP);Acts as focal point for Foresight Exercise, Strategies development and implementation (i. e.

Biodiversity and Climate Change Strategies (OCB) and other cross-sectoral themes including water, agriculture and forestry linkages;Promotes and facilitates interactions and exchanges with other senior technical officers and technical focal points in technical divisions and Senior Officers/Advisors in other DDGs, Chief Scientist, Chief Economist, Office of the Director-General (ODG), to ensure coordination and coherence on common issues;Fosters teamwork and communication among staff of the Office of the DDG, maintains a flexible way of working and is willing to perform varying duties depending on the shifting needs of the Office and the staff. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum RequirementsAdvanced university degree in natural resources, agricultural economics, development economics, rural sociology, food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture (including livestock, forestry and fisheries), law, or related field. Ten years of relevant experience in technical cooperation's related activities, policy advice and analysis relating to natural resources, food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes. Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). CompetenciesResults FocusLeading, Engaging and EmpoweringCommunicationPartnering and AdvocatingKnowledge Sharing and Continuous ImprovementStrategic ThinkingTechnical/Functional SkillsWork experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is essential. Extent and relevance of experience in technical cooperation's related activities, policy advice and analysis relating to natural resources, food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes and/or providing technical support and advice on institutional capacity building processes. Extent and relevance of experience in establishing and maintaining partnerships with UN agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) as well as donors and government institutions and agencies. Relevance and extent of experience in working with inter-governmental bodies and multi-disciplinary teams. GENERAL INFORMATIONExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of fundsFAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. CONDITIONS OF SERVICEA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: https://commonsystem. org/cp/default. aspOther benefits, subject to eligibility, include:Dependency allowancesRental subsidyEducation grant for childrenHome leave travel30 working days of annual leave per yearPension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension FundInternational health insurance; optional life insuranceDisability protectionFAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce.

This includes:Elements of family-friendly policiesFlexible working arrangementsStandards of conduct. HOW TO APPLYTo apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.

We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile. Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO's behalf. Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date. If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO's client support team for further assistance: https://fao. service-now.com/csp #J-18808-Ljbffr