Junior Professional Officer (Land Tenure)
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Job Summary
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 sustainableagrifood systems for better production better nutrition a better environment and a better life leaving no one behind. FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The Inclusive Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division (ESP) coordinates FAOs work on land tenure social protection gender equality decent rural employment rural institutions peoples empowerment and the right to food (RTF). Through the Land Tenure Team FAO promotes inclusive equitable and secure access to land and natural resources to achieve inclusive rural and agri-food systems transformation. FAOs work on land tenure and its governance advocates for the realization of the tenure rights the poor and marginalized at scale. The position is located in Inclusive Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division (ESP) at FAO headquarters in Rome Italy. Reporting Lines The Junior Professional Officer (Land Tenure) will report to the Senior Land Tenure Officer ESP. Technical Focus The Junior Professional Officer (Land Tenure) will support FAOs work in support of national and local inclusive land reform processes; in particular i) building capacities of specific stakeholders (women Indigenous Peoples pastoralists small farmers and landholders under customary tenure) based on the Voluntary Guidelines on the Responsible Governance of Tenure (VGGT); ii) knowledge management for mainstreaming VGGT and positioning land tenure for environmental poverty eradication and rural development initiatives. Key Results Capacity building and knowledge management in support of programme projects products and services strengthening national and local inclusive land reform processes. 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 in 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 Supports the implementation of the Land Tenure Team (LTT)s work plan in particular with regards knowledge management and capacity building guided by the principles of the Voluntary Guidelines on the Responsible Governance of Tenure (VGGT) focusing on thematic priority areas including securing tenure rights for women Indigenous Peoples pastoralists small farmers and landholders under customary tenure and the thematic priority on Promoting VGGT-based policies. Contributes to the development of high-quality training materials and modules ensuring alignment with project objectives and best practices based on VGGT. Provide technical support in designing content structure and implementation of effective trainings at global regional or national levels. mainly in support of women Indigenous Peoples pastoralists small farmers and landholders under customary tenure. Supports capitalization documentation of good practices lessons learnt and writing of success stories (and other communication products as needed). Liaise with FAO country offices and partners for dissemination of articles training packages innovative communication products.
Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in agriculture natural resources economics rural sociology business or public administration a discipline relevant to land tenure and land administration or a closely related field. Three years of relevant experience in rural development including knowledge management capacity building data. 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). IMPORTANT: Please note the following mandatory requirements by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the Republic of Korea: Korean citizenship Fluency in Korean and English Certificate of English language proficiency. Applicants should score a minimum of (i) TOEFL iBT 100 or (ii) TEPS 430 or (iii) IELTS 7 or (iv) TOEIC 900 TOEFL Home Edition scores is accepted; while MyBest Scores are not accepted IELTS General Training or Academic are both accepted English test scores are valid for two years after the test date Not older than 32 years of age as of 31 December 2026 (born on or after 1 January 1994). The maximum age limit for applicants who have completed military service will be extended accordingly: one year will be extended for those who served for less than one year; two years will be extended for those who served for more than one year and less than two years; three years will be extended for those who served for two years or more. Male applicants shall have completed the Korean military service or be exempted from it. Those who will be discharged from military service during the year of application may also apply. Applicants can apply for a maximum of two JPO positions sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea during the year of application.
Results Focus Teamwork Communication Building Effective Relationships Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Previous experience in land tenure is desired. Extent and relevance of experience of at least 2 years in food security agriculture rural development natural resource management. Work experience in more than one location or area of work particularly in field positions is desirable. Required application documents by MOFA of the Republic of Korea Completed FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) and motivation letter in English Scanned copy of applicants Resident Register in English issued by the Korean Government Copy of university degree certificate in English (Masters Degree) Copy ofEnglish proficiency test certificate Scanned copies of Certificate of Employment including information such as the period of employment organization department/unit position/title and duties/responsibilities in English Only for male applicants who have completed the national military service: A certificate of Korean Military Service in Only for low-income applicants: A scanned copy of a certificate of National Basic Livelihood Security Recipients issued in Korean and its unofficial translation in English Only for persons with disability: A scanned copy of a certificate of person with disability issued in Korean and English |
All candidates should possess computer/word processing skills
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CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries allowances and benefits click on the following link: 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
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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 member nations 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 our values. FAO has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and FAO including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination.
All selected candidateswill undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization.
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