Partnership Support

Food And Agriculture Organization Of The United Nations

Job Location:

Islamabad - Pakistan

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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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 non-and under-represented 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 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

FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

FAO seeks gender geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

HOW TO APPLY

To 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) a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at These qualificationsshould be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings.
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 to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAOs behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications assessment tests background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by withdrawing your application in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 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.

FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAOs goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union) FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.

FAO Country Offices working under overall corporate guidance and in line with the Strategic Framework offer policy advice and support to countries in the mandated areas of FAO facilitated through partnerships resources and an active country programme to provide technical assistance develop capacities and deliver core services while fully observing international standards of accountability to establish leadership and strengthen impact at the country level.
The offices deliver on the programmatic priorities of each country as agreed in their respective Country Programming Frameworks (CPFs) aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and ensure effective and efficient operations with adequate human and financial resources.

Specifically FAO Country Offices:

advocate inform and support policies and investments in the areas of FAOs mandate;
provide technical assistance and deliver core services;
assist and catalyse partnership and resource mobilization activities to support agrifood systems transformation;
position FAO as the specialized/authoritative technical agency in food and agriculture and agrifood systems transformation; and
ensure risk-smart and accountable operations and management.

The position is located in the FAO Country Office in Islamabad

The following position is at SB3 SC6 level.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of Assistant FAOR (Programme) and in close coordination with the project managers and technical teams across all FAO projects the incumbent will provide partnership support to ensure improved coordination with government and other stakeholders across programmes.

Technical Focus

Ensure effective coordination with government entities UN agencies development partners academia and the private sector; provide strategic programme planning coordination and reporting support across FAOs project portfolio; support donor engagement through the preparation of briefings and information products;; and facilitate internal and inter-agency coordination including events and field-level engagements.

Tasks and responsibilities

Support preparation of information products including PowerPoint decks and briefing notes to share information with internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain awareness of current activities political and social events of UN and other multilateral bodies and the government conduct analysis to understand how they may impact FAO activities and programmes and provide timely information to FAO teams for decision-making.
Support preparation of briefing documents for external meetings with donors and other partners.
Work with Project Managers and communication officers to support events including field visits workshops and other external engagements.
Support in planning and managing activities developing terms of reference concept notes presentation and briefs to support engagement with targeted partners
Close coordination with partner government development and humanitarian agencies on strategies frameworks and priorities.
Maintain and update unit databases planning matrix and reporting schedules for the portfolio.
Proactively connect with government academia and private sector stakeholders to contribute in expanding partnership with FAO Pakistan.
Perform other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

University degree in Business or Public Administration International Relations Economics and other relevant field.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in international development in programme management report writing in a related field.
A working knowledge of English language and ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams is essential.
National of Pakistan

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Functional Skills

Experience in engagement with government development partners and private sector
Contribute to the achievement of the FAO Pakistan Country Strategic Plan and annual priorities as required.

Selection Criteria

Candidates will be assessed against the requirements listed above.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview meeting processing)
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
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 additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment accreditation any residency or visa requirements and security clearances.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal deviceFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality background and cultureQualified female applicants qualified nationals of non-and under-...