Job Posting: 05/Dec/2022
Closure Date: 27/Dec/2022, 12:59:00 AM
Organizational Unit: NFI
Job Type: Staff position
Type of Requisition: Professional
Grade Level: P-4
Primary Location: Italy-Rome
Duration: Fixed-term: 2 years with possibility of extension
Post Number: 0114790
CCOG Code: 1H05
• 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.
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 Setting
The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for the economic, social, institutional, governance and policy aspects of FAO’s activities related to fisheries and aquaculture and their development, with particular emphasis on human well-being, food security and poverty reduction; post-harvest utilization, marketing and trade with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well-being of fishing communities; collection, compilation, validation, trend analysis and dissemination of the best available and up-to-date fishery statistics and for the syndication of the FAO information on all aspects of world fisheries and aquaculture. The Division is also responsible for FAO’s activities related to the management and conservation of the living aquatic resources used by fisheries and aquaculture, including the biodiversity and ecosystem maintenance, with particular emphasis on the most vulnerable and threatened species and habitats; management of responsible fisheries and aquaculture in accordance with modern management standards and best practices; development of fisheries technology, with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well-being of fishing communities, including the safety of fishers and fishing vessels.
The position is located in the Global and Regional Processes Team (NFIAP) in the Sustainable Aquaculture Area of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines
The Fishery Officer (Aquaculture – Global and Regional Processes) reports to the NFIAP Team Leader in the Sustainable Aquaculture area, under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director, NFI.
Technical Focus
Support the work in the Sustainable Aquaculture – Global and Regional Processes Team in the organization of the Committee on Fisheries (COFI) Sub-Committee on Aquaculture and in implementing policies and programmes that seek to maximize the impacts of aquaculture on Members’ economic, social and environmental objectives, especially with regard to the role of small-scale aquaculture in food security and nutrition, and help meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets within the FAO Strategic Framework and priority programmes, such as the Blue Transformation. The work will be guided by FAO’s vision of a sustainable and food secure world for all and, more specifically, by the FAO Code of Conduct on Responsible Fisheries and associated technical guidelines, the COFI Declaration on Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture, and other outcomes of the sessions of COFI and its Sub-Committee on Aquaculture.
Key Results
Comprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of Divisional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with Divisional objectives and the FAO Strategic Framework.
Key Functions
• Plans and leads components of multi-disciplinary teams, leads and/or participates on Organization-wide, cross-divisional committees, project teams and working groups, and/or provides specialized expertise in technical networks and/or international technical policy and standard setting bodies.
• Develops technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting frameworks, and related methodologies, tools, systems and databases, etc. to support the planning, implementation/delivery and monitoring of programmes of work, projects, products and/or services.
• Designs and conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and/or reporting activities to support the development of technical standards, international instruments, innovative approaches and strategies, new tools, technologies, technical reports/publications, and/or policy proposals as well as the provision of technical/policy/specialist advice and expertise.
• Responds to country requests for technical and policy assistance, provides technical advice, assistance and solutions to Decentralized Offices and provides technical backstopping to field projects.
• Collaborates in, provides technical backstopping to, and ensures the quality/effectiveness of, capacity development and knowledge sharing activities within Member countries, such as policy support, organizational development and individual learning events, including preparation of related information, learning materials, and on-line tools.
• Promotes international cooperation/advocates best practices, supports increased policy dialogue and provides technical expertise at international/intergovernmental meetings.
• Participates in resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Corporate Strategy.
Specific Functions
• Supports the Secretariat in organizing sessions of the Committee on Fisheries (COFI) Sub-Committee on Aquaculture and in implementing recommendations emerging from its sessions.
• Plans and leads components of a programme of work on inland and coastal aquaculture designed to gain synergies with other sectors.
• Coordinates the preparation of aquaculture projects and plans under the Blue Transformation.
• Supports project implementation, using participatory approaches and an Ecosystem Approach to Aquaculture.
• Supports the implementation of aquaculture development programmes in less-developed aquaculture areas and regions, including Africa and in Small Island Developing States, as required.
• Promotes and supports cross-cutting initiatives on achieving food security and nutrition, improving resources use efficiency and minimizing environmental impacts while reducing vulnerability to climate change and other external stressors.
• Supports the securing of extra-budgetary funds to facilitate normative and fieldwork, as well as global and regional processes for sustainable aquaculture.
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CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in aquaculture, aquatic sciences, aquatic ecology, environment science, aquaculture economics and management, or related discipline.
• Seven years of relevant experience in aquaculture planning and development, aquaculture technological innovations, biosecurity, aquatic environmental research and/or management, aquaculture economics or related field.
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Competencies
• Results Focus
• Team Work
• 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.
• Extent and relevance of experience in organizing meetings, seminars and training courses, especially at international level.
• Sound technical knowledge related to current global issues, trends, constraints, and research and development needs related to aquaculture.
• Extent and relevance of experience in aquaculture extension and in provision of scientific support and advice to local, national, regional and/or international aquaculture bodies, preferably in both developed and developing countries.
• Extent and relevance of experience in planning and implementation of research and/or development programmes in aquaculture, integrated farming systems or aquatic environmental management.
• Demonstrated results-based management capabilities with an ability to manage programmes, budgets and human resources efficiently.
• Ability to raise awareness of, communicate effectively on, and mobilize resources for, aquaculture projects and programmes.
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FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
- Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
- FAO 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 SERVICE
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link:
http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salary.htm
Other 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.
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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 http://www.whed.net/
• 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 FAO’s 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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