AGRICULTURAL OFFICER

IMPORTANT NOTICE.
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FAOs 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 Agenda through the 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 Setting FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
The Plant Production and Protection Division (NSP) enables the transition to MORE efficient inclusive resilient and sustainable plant production and protection through optimization and minimization.
This requires the integration and harmonization of all appropriate crop production policies and practices to increase production in a sustainable manner in order to eradicate hunger while preserving the natural resources and environment for future use.
The post is located at FAO headquarters in Rome Italy within the Secretariat of the One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) n the Office of the Director Plant Production and Protection Division (NSP).
Reporting Lines The Agricultural Officer reports to the Coordinator of the OCOP Secretariat and Technical Adviser in NSP.
Technical Focus Implementation and coordination of programmes of work for the project GCP /INT//CPR Promotion of One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) Initiative through the FAO-China South-South Cooperation Programme (SSC).
Key Results Collection and analysis of information data and statistics and support to programme projects products and services.
Key Functions Collects and analyses relevant technical social economic environmental institutional and technology related information data and/or statistics to support the delivery of programme projects products and services.
Undertakes analysis provides technical input for plans and reports and edits/revises technical/scientific documents.
Participates in the development of improved work methods tools and systems.
Updates databases and web pages.
Participates on multi-disciplinary project/work teams.
Collaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars etc.
Participates in the organization conduct and follow-up of meetings consultations and conferences the development/production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners.
Specific Functions Participates in the inception workshop of the OCOP project and follow-up meetings with the project countries.
Supports the establishment of Technical Working Group and relevant network for OCOP through FAO-China SSC.
Facilitates project countries in implementing the OCOP by identifying the needs for technical support facilitates implementation of Letters of Agreement (LoAs) and/or related contracts and reportss implementation progress.
Participates in the capacity development activities at global and country levels in collaborations with the technical partners and supports identification and application of innovation for Special Agricultural Products (SAP) production processing storage and marketing to address key challenges and obstacles of SAP development.
Assists the implementing partners SSC experts national consultants and value chain specialists to conduct value chain analyses of selected SAP and develops reports in the project countries.
Promotes the work of the OCOP through building partnerships and formulating proposals and enhancing resource mobilization with international regional and national organizations as well as the private sector and research institutes as appropriate.
Supports the project countries in establishing National Task Forces and conducting the OCOP national meetings and workshops.
Facilitates OCOP meetings webinars and workshops and represents the Organization in internal and external meetings and related events.
Provides technical support in the production of communication and advocacy materials updating OCOP database and OCOP global website contents and carrying out outreach activities.
Undertakes field missions as and when required.
Organizes the mid-term workshop of the project to review the project results and to discuss the way forward.
Consolidates and finalizes the mid-term report of the project.
Carries out any other activity relevant to the implementation of the project.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in crop science agronomy agricultural sciences plant production plant protection plant sciences sustainable agriculture or other related fields.
Three years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas.
agricultural sciences plant production and protection plant sciences sustainable agriculture or other related fields.
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).
Competencies Results Focus Teamwork Communication Building Effective Relationships Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills Work experience in more than one location or area of work particularly in field positions is desirable.
Extent and relevance of experience in collecting and analysing technical information and data.
Extent and relevance of knowledge and experience in related fields such as agricultural sciences plant production and protection plant sciences sustainable agriculture.
Good knowledge of the coordination and implementation of FAO One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) initiative is desirable.
Extent and relevance of experience in the preparation editing and revision of technical/scientific documents and in organizing meetings and workshops.
Extent and relevance of experience in developing training tools and information materials.
Extent and relevance of experience in corporate policy and procedures for financial travel human resources is desirable.
HOW TO APPLY To apply visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAOand 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; Your application will be screened based on the information provided on your online profile; Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
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IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
GENERAL INFORMATION FAO reserves the right not to make an appointmentExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of fundsAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment accreditation any residency or visa requirements and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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benefits subject to eligibility include.
Dependency allowances Rental subsidy Education grant for children Home leave travel 30 working days of annual leave per year Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund International health insurance; optional life insurance Disability protectionFAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce.
FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.
This includes.
elements of family-friendly policies flexible working arrangements standards of conduct Required Experience.
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