GIAHS Programme Specialist
GIAHS Programme Specialist
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Job Description
Organizational Setting
The Office of Climate Change Biodiversity and Environment (OCB) works to ensure that countries and stakeholders respond to the challenges of climate change biodiversity loss and environmental degradation. OCB provides a cross organizational coordination role on issues related to climate change biodiversity and the environment and is the focal point to major multilateral environmental agreements including the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Conferences (UNFCCC) and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The Office also assists FAO Members in their responses towards the interlinked challenges of food security climate change biodiversity loss and environmental degradation including through facilitating access to climate and environmental financing (such as the Global Environment Fun GEF and the Green Climate FundGCF). In addition OCB hosts the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Programme the Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture and the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture as well as FAOs work on environmental safeguards.
The GIAHS Secretariat is the operational unit of FAOs GIAHS Programme and its role consists in providing guidance to FAO member countries for the development and submission of GIAHS proposals as well as for the implementation of follow up activities. Furthermore it has the function of liaising with governments and national/international organizations for the establishment of new partnerships which may be necessary for the future development and geographic expansion of the Programme.
The position is located in the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Secretariat in FAO Headquarters in Rome.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent will report to the GIAHS Senior Coordinator.
Technical Focus
Support the implementation of the work plan of the GIAHS Secretariat; including the activities of the Scientific Advisory Committee the expansion of the Programme in new areas and its technical strengthening on monitoring and agronomic and environmental matters.
Tasks and responsibilities
Lead the activities related to the organization of the GIAHS Scientific Advisory Group (SAG) in particular: communicate with member countries/local institutions on the submission of proposals review of proposals establishment of the agenda in coordination with the experts moderation of the sessions in support to the SAG Chair preparation of the outcomes and subsequent communication with countries;
Organize and coordinate International Meetings on GIAHS related matters and special events such as the biennium GIAHS Certificate Award Ceremony
Maintain the relationship with donor countries and agencies such as Italy Spain Japan and China as well as explore new resource partners such as the GEF IFAD and new Member Countries;
Under the guidance of OCBDirector follow up on the GIAHS informative label including meetings with FAO relevant units preparation of documents and exchanges with the interested GIAHS member countries;
Communicate with partner UN Agencies (UNU UNWTO UNESCO and ICCROM among others) on the implementation of Letters of Agreement (LOAs) Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) and their associated work plans when relevant;
Continue the collaboration with the FAO Liaison Office to the EU (FAOLOB) for the promotion of GIAHS within EU institutions such as the Committee of the Regions the DirectorateGeneral for Agriculture (DGAgri)
Provide advocacy support to key stakeholders particularly Government Officials and FAO Country Offices on the development and implementation of GIAHSrelated submissions and actions;
Supervise and provide guidance to junior consultants research fellows and interns working in the GIAHS Secretariat as delegated by the GIAHS Coordinator;
Coordinate technical work including collaboration with researchers partner organizations and of FAO units to develop the knowledgebase and insights on GIAHS practices and approaches and its relevance to sustainable transitions and resilience to shocks such as climate change.
Manage and develop technical materials guidance materials and documents for interaction with FAO member countries and national/local entities on the development of GIAHS proposals and action plans the establishment of local committees/monitoring activities among others;
Carry on the organization of workshops trainings and provide technical guidance at the local and national level;
Conduct technical reviews of GIAHS proposals and other technical documents submitted by Member Countries for inputs (such as specific regulations the establishment of national protection systems NIAHS marketing among others);
Support preparation of project proposals implement activities and elaborate progress reports on the Trust Funds of the Programme and implement activities requested by donors;
Represent FAO in meetings and international conferences as and when required;
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
Advanced university degree in agronomy forestry fisheries agricultural economics natural resource management ecology (agroecology) biodiversity anthropology landscape management or sustainable rural development.
A minimum of one year (for CAT C) and a minimum of five years (for CAT B) of relevant experience in developing substantive initiatives related to sustainable agriculture natural resources management and/or integrated landscape approaches.
Working knowledge of English (Proficiency level C)
FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Extent and relevance of experience in project and portfolio monitoring reporting and implementation support
Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: Sustainable Food Chains Agricultural Heritage Climate Smart Agriculture Sustainable Natural Resources Management Geographical Information Systems or Landscape Approaches
Extent and relevance of experience and knowledge of UN and/or international resource partners policies procedures project cycle and resultsbased monitoring and reporting.
Extent and relevance of experience in facilitating compliance procedures and managing international cooperation portfolios and/or projects.
Extent and relevance of experience in capacity building partnership building and resource mobilization.
Work experience in more than one location or area of work particularly in field positions is a strong asset.
Demonstrated experience with portfolio management analysis reporting and dissemination to support decision making.
Limited knowledge (intermediate level B) of one of the other languages of the Organization
(Arabic Chinese French Russian Spanish).
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 (application interview processing)
- Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
- 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). The list can be accessed at informationvisit the FAO employment website
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment accreditation any residency or visa requirements and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality background and culture.
- Qualified female applicants qualified nationals of nonand underrepresented Members and person 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 FAOs values
- FAO as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations has a zerotolerance 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
FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
