Programme Officer (Partnership)

Job Title: Programme Officer (Partnership) 

Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Closure Date: 02/Aug/2023, 12:59:00 AM

Organizational Unit: RNE

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: Professional

Grade Level: P-3

Primary Location: Cairo, Egypt

Duration: Fixed-term: 2 years with possibility of extension

Post Number: 2003986

CCOG Code: 1A02

• 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 Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (RNE) leads FAO's support to countries in the region in transforming their agrifood systems to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It identifies regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development and ensures the planning and implementation of FAO's strategic response in the region through a multidisciplinary approach. It implements approved programmes and projects, monitors programme implementation, and ensures that they contribute to addressing regional priorities. RNE also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the FAO Strategic Framework and Programme of Work and Budget.

RNE supports regional policy dialogues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports knowledge exchange, capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region. It develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs).

The post is located in the Regional Office for Near East and North Africa (RNE) in Cairo, Egypt.

Reporting Lines
The Programme Officer (Partnership) reports to the Senior Partnerships Officer (Resource Mobilization), RNE and work in close functional contacts with the Resource Mobilization and Private Sector Partnership Division (PSR) and the South-South and Triangular Cooperation Division (PST) at headquarters.

Technical Focus
The incumbent will support building partnerships, including South-South and Triangular Cooperation, and mobilizing resources in support of Country Programming Frameworks (CPFs), subregional and regional priority frameworks and higher-level strategic frameworks of the Organization.

Key Results
Research, technical analysis and office management related services to support the delivery of programmes, products and services at regional level and globally in coordination with other Regional Offices.

Key Functions
•    Reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and contributes to the introduction of corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties in particular other regions; ensures follow-up actions;
•    Contributes to policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, generates survey initiatives; reviews, analyses and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions;
•    Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications;
•    Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations;
•    Assists with outreach and communication-related activities; reviews and contributes to the development of learning materials, conducts training workshops, seminars; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.

Specific Functions
•    Contributes to the business development portfolio through the identification and follow-up of new sources of funding, South-South and Triangular Cooperation opportunities, and maximizing donors contributions including from environmental and climate change funds such as the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Green Climate Fund (GCF);
•    Designs programme/project summaries and other documentation to inform partners and create interest in FAO/RNE's programmes/projects;
•    Provides insight, maintains and updates the partnership strategy at the regional level;
•    Facilitates the establishment and maintenance of partnerships; develops, maintains and updates partners’ contact list/database;
•    Provides continued monitoring of partnership activities and ensures that communication channels with partners are maintained;
•    Prepares briefs and other documents explaining donor policies/trends and alerts senior management on major donor issues;
•    Reviews and refines process of working collaboratively with partners, including meetings, joint projects, information sharing, etc.;
•    Ensures the quality, consistency and appropriateness of country-specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages shared with partners;
•    Ensures that global and country level fundraising activities are supported by effective advocacy and communication strategy and activities;
•    Performs other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
•    Advanced university degree in public/business administration, political or social sciences or related fields
•    Five years of relevant experience in coordination, decentralization, programme or office management, information and/or knowledge management including at international level
•    Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another official FAO 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.
•    Extent and relevance of experience related to coordination, decentralization, reform and programme matters in large national/international organization(s).
•    Extent of understanding of the functioning of the United Nations system and in particular of FAO's structure, policies and procedures related to decentralized activities is desirable.

FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

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 protection 

FAO 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.

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.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org  

FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

Programme Officer

Job Title: Programme Officer 

Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Closure Date: 02/Aug/2023, 12:59:00 AM

Organizational Unit: SAP, RAP

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: Professional

Grade Level: P-3

Primary Location: Apia, Samoa

Duration: Fixed-term: 1 year with possibility of extension

Post Number: 2009650

CCOG Code: 1A02

• 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
FAO’s Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands (SAP) is responsible for developing, promoting, overseeing and implementing agreed strategies for addressing regional food, agriculture, rural development priorities in the Pacific. It develops and maintains relations with subregion-wide institutions including Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs). It assists the FAO Representations in the subregion with addressing food security, agriculture and rural development issues at country level. The Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands (SAP) is a subsidiary of the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP).

The post is located in the Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands (SAP) in Apia, Samoa.

Reporting Lines
The Programme Officer reports to the Sub-regional Representative, SAP. As a core management team member in SAP, the Programme Officer works closely with SAP’s Multidisciplinary Team and receives technical guidance from the RAP's Country Support and Field Programme Stream and relevant units at headquarters.

Technical Focus
Sound operational principles for efficient and effective business processes, work practices, procedures, and applications aimed at managing projects/programmes for compliance with the Project Cycle and related implementation processes.

Key Results
Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate assigned programme/projects.

Key Functions
•    Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyses programme/project development and implementation;
•    Reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions;
•    Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies, etc.;
•    Prepares various written outputs, e.g. drafts background papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.;
•    Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities;
•    Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).

Specific Functions
•    Supervises the Programme Support team and ensures its efficient and effective operational deliveries;
•    Supports and contributes to FAO’s inputs to the development, revision, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting over the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF);
•    Coordinates corporate/internal reporting, monitoring and evaluation and coordination of the FAO Pacific Country Programming Framework (CPF);
•    Ensures relevant corporate measures for the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of Technical Cooperation Programme(TCP) Projects and the overall management of the allocated budget; 
•    Oversees operations support for the budget holder and technical officers over programme and project design, with specific attention to budget management and the relevant FAO and donors’ procedures; 
•    Supports and contributes to the development, revision, monitoring, and implementation of the Subregional Office Resource Mobilization and Partnership Strategy, with specific attention to ensuring that the CPF is well funded. 

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
•    Advanced university degree in business administration or public administration, social science, political science or a related field; 
•    Five years of relevant experience in project or programme management, development and/or project planning/formulation/implementation;
•    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
•    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.
•    Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development (including formulation and analysis).
•    Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in programme/project management (planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting).
•    Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines and project/programme management procedures, preferably those adopted by the United Nations or FAO, which would be considered an asset.

FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

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 protection 

FAO 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.

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.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org  

FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

Statistician

Job Title: Statistician (Survey Statistician) 

Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Closure Date: 22/Aug/2023, 12:59:00 AM

Organizational Unit: Statistics Division (ESS)

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: Professional Project

Grade Level: P-3

Primary Location: Italy-Rome

Duration: Fixed-term: 1 year with possibility of extension

Post Number: 2009687

CCOG Code: 1M02

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
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 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 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

The Statistics Division (ESS) develops, and advocates for the implementation of methodologies and standards for data collection, validation, processing and analysis of food and agriculture statistics. In these statistical domains, it also plays a vital role in the compilation, processing and dissemination of internationally comparable data, and provides essential capacity development support to member countries. In addition, the Division disseminates many publications, working papers and statistical yearbooks, that cover agricultural and food security relevant statistics (including prices, investments, production, trade and agri-environmental statistical data).

Within the Statistics Division, the Survey Team is responsible for implementing the data production component of the 50x2030 Initiative to Close the Agricultural Data Gap. The 50x2030 Initiative is a global project that supports countries to produce timely and quality agricultural survey data in order to foster evidence-based decision-making of National Governments and their ability to monitor development indicators at national, regional and global level. The Initiative strives to broaden its scope and inform global development issues related to food security, nutrition and climate change. In this context, the Survey Team supports statistical agencies of 50 countries in establishing (or improving) large scale agricultural surveys with the objective to generate and disseminate official statistics on the agricultural sector.

The incumbent will be part of the Survey Team and will contribute to the implementation of the 50x2030 Initiative. In particular, s/he will work collaboration with FAO colleagues and national counterparts to support statistical agencies in measuring women's empowerment and nutrition (dietary diversity) through their agricultural survey programmes.

For this measurement, statistical agencies will be proposed the adoption of a survey instrument - hereafter called Women's Empowerment and Nutrition (WEN) - that is based on tested and validated methodologies like the Women's Empowerment Metric for National Statistical Systems (WEMNS) developed by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and partners and the Minimum Dietary Diversity for Women (MDD-W) developed by FAO and partners.

The post is located in ESS in Rome, Italy. 

Reporting Lines

The Statistician reports to the project's Senior Coordinator.

Technical Focus

Support statistical agencies of partner countries in measuring women's empowerment and women's dietary diversity through national agricultural surveys.

Key Results

Research and analysis of information, data and statistics, statistical methods, statistical and econometric modelling. Development and maintenance of specialized tools, methodologies, systems and/or databases, and the technical assistance services to support the implementation/delivery and monitoring of the programme of work and related products, projects, publications and services.

Key Functions

•  Collects, reviews, processes and/or analyses key social/economic/environmental/indicators, based on both traditional statistical methods/sources or on unstructured sources and data science methods, to support the delivery of economic and social development programmes of work, which can be focused on products, projects, publications or services;

•  Develops improved/updated technical, statistical and/or analytical tools, systems, databases;

•  Conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and/or reporting in support of the development of technical standards, international instruments, innovative tools and methodologies to be used within the Organization or by external stakeholders;

•  Produces a variety of technical reports and provides input in technical documents, divisional publications and/or web pages;

•  Provides response to requests and provides technical and/or policy advice, assistance and solutions to Regional, Subregional and Country Offices, including technical backstopping to field projects;

•  Participates in multidisciplinary teams, collaborates with other Divisions and agencies on work groups and committees and promotes best practices;

•   Provides capacity development services, including the planning and organization of training workshops and seminars, and preparation of related information, materials, online tools and information kits;

•   Participates in in divisional teams, Organization-wide committees, project teams and working groups and provides specialized expertise on international technical networks and or technical policy and standard setting bodies;

•  Supports 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;

•   Participates in resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Corporate Strategy and divisional plans;

•   Promotes international cooperation and collaboration, advocates best practices, knowledge sharing, increased policy dialogue and provides technical expertise at international meetings and conferences.

 

Specific Functions

•   In collaboration with team members, FAO/ES, IFPRI and the World Bank's Development Data Group, i) develops the reference Women's Empowerment and Nutrition (WEN) survey questionnaire of the 50x2030 Initiative and the enumerator manual; ii) reflects the adoption of the WEN questionnaire in the methodology (i.e., manuals) of the 50x2030 Initiative;

•   Contributes towards the dissemination of reference documents and the development of communication material for country engagement, internal updates and global outreach;

•   Contributes to the country engagement process, develops and updates country workplans and adapts the reference questionnaire to national contexts;

•   In collaboration with team members, FAO/ES and IFPRI, provides trainings and technical assistance to partner countries on the adoption of the WEN questionnaire in their national agricultural surveys, including survey design, questionnaire customization, data collection protocols, data processing, analysis and report writing;

•   Supports partner countries in disseminating survey findings on women's empowerment and nutrition;

•   Conducts research studies, as relevant and required;

•   Provides technical expertise for international meetings and conferences.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements.

•    Advanced university degree in statistics, economics, development economics, quantitative social research, women's studies, food and nutritional science, public health nutrition, or in a related field.

•    Five years of relevant experience in the design, implementation, processing, analysis or dissemination of large-scale surveys, with a focus on gender statistics or on food and nutrition (dietary diversity) statistics.

•   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

•   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.

•   Extent and relevance of knowledge and experience in designing, planning and implementing large-scale surveys in developing countries, in particular on women's empowerment or women's nutrition or gender inequalities.

•   Extent of knowledge and experience in household and agricultural survey methodologies, including individual level data, sex-disaggregated data, nutrition and gender statistics, survey design, sampling, questionnaire design, data collection methods, and dissemination.

•   Extent of proficiency and experience in CAPI survey tools and in using software tools such as SPSS, Stata, R for validating, processing and analyzing microdata from large-scale surveys.

•   Extent and relevance of knowledge and experience in project design/formulation and in delivering capacity development programmes and technical assistance in developing countries.

•   Ability to draft quickly, clearly and concisely and to communicate effectively.

•   Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of French is considered an asset.

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 appointment

• Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds

• 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 protection 

FAO 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

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;
• 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). 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.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

Project Assistant (Finance)

Job Title: Project Assistant (Finance)

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: UN Women Ukraine

Assignment country: Ukraine

Expected start date: 28/08/2023

Sustainable Development Goal: 5. Gender equality

Volunteer category: National UN Volunteer Specialist

Type: Onsite

Duration: 8 months (with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Kyiv

Details

Mission and objectives

UN Women supports UN Member States as they set global standards for achieving gender equality, and works with governments and civil society to design laws, policies, programmes and services needed to ensure that the standards are effectively implemented and truly benefit women and girls worldwide.

Context

As part of the UN system in Ukraine, UN Women supports national partners to implement their commitments to Women, Peace and Security Agenda (WPS), since 2015. UN Women has been providing technical assistance to develop, implement and monitor the first and the second National Action Plans for the implementation of UN SCR 1325 as well as other relevant international and national commitments related to the advancement of gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE) in Ukraine. In doing so, UN Women has partnered with and provided demand driven technical assistance to the key governmental institutions of the National Machinery for the Advancement at national, regional and local levels, and women’s CSOs and grassroots women, especially those affected by conflict and marginalized. In 2020 the world commemorated the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of the landmark UNSCR 1325 on WPS, and Ukraine has adopted the second NAP 1325 covering the period 2021-2025. In April 2020, Ukraine also joined the UN Group of Friends of Women, Peace, and Security. The renewed country commitments to the advancement of gender equality and implementation of WPS agenda create a momentum to effectively address areas of WPS agenda, which require special attention. These, according to the UN Secretary General’s Report to the UN Security Council (2020) globally include: a) radical shift in women’s meaningful participation in decision-making and in all states of peace processes, b) unconditional defense of women’s rights as part of WPS agenda, c) greater investment in social infrastructure for human security d) increase investments in women’s organizations, and e) improve gender data for WPS. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Project Manager and in close collaboration with the Project Specialist, Project Assistant contributes to the effective management of UN Women WPS portfolio. The Project Assistant supports the implementation of WPS portfolio by performing a variety of standard financial and administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. S/he promotes a client friendly, timely, quality and results-oriented approach. The Project Assistant works in close collaboration with the programme and projects staff and the Operations team to ensure consistent service delivery.

Task description

Support financial and budgetary tasks of the WPS portfolio: • Provision of inputs to the preparation and implementation of administrative team results-oriented work plans. • Providing inputs for preparation of budget and provision of information for audit. • Support liquidation of partners financial reporting and timely transfers of advances to the Implementing / Responsible Parties of the WPS portfolio. • Manage timely payments for the vendors. Support implementation of operational strategies by: • Full compliance of administrative activities with UN Women rules, regulations, policies and strategies. • Provision of inputs to the WPS portfolio’s administrative business processes mapping and implementation of the internal standard operating procedures (SOPs). Support implementation of HR Services by: • Facilitation of HR services including personnel matters, attendance records, contracts extension/termination, vacancy announcement, compilations of matrixes, organizing interview panels etc. with full compliance with HR rules, regulations, policies and strategies. • Maintenance of staffing lists and reports as required. Ensure effective provision of administrative and logistical support by: • Ensuring that travel arrangements and authorizations, passport and visa requests and extensions, flight bookings and related documentation to travel of WPS team are properly and timely processed. • Providing administrative and logistical support to preparation of conferences and workshops. • Participation in maintenance of WPS portfolio related data base and files; maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing, information and records systems ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials. • Support Buyer in preparation of Purchase Orders (PO) by submitting full set of necessary supporting documents. Support to office maintenance and assets management by: • Maintenance of records on assets management and preparation of required reports. • Provision of support to maintenance of common premises and services, including related documentation. • Acting as custodian for management of office stationery supplies including maintenance of stock list of stationery. Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing by: • Provision of necessary administrative support for effective knowledge management and sharing within the WPS team. • Conduction of trainings for the projects staff on administration where needed. • Providing of sound contribution to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Eligibility criteria

Age

27 - 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

3 years of experience in administration and/or programme support service, in finance, procurement, HR, logistics or other related fields. •Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc). •Experience in handlinп web-based management systems (Enterprise Resource Planning systems) would be an advantage. •Experience of working in international organizations/projects will be considered as an advantage. •Basic analytical skills. •Results-Based Approach. •Strong communication skills. •Quality Assurance. •Self-Management and emotional intelligence. •Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with minimum supervision. •Strong organizational and time management skills. •Familiarity with UN/UNDP procedures and experience with Quantum would be an asset. •Ability to identify system errors and propose solutions.

Area(s) of expertise

Administration, Economics and finance, Human resources

Driving license

-

Languages

Ukrainian, Level: Fluent, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting or any other related field would be desirable.

Competencies and values

Core Values • Respect for Diversity; • Integrity; • Professionalism. Core Competencies • Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Human Rights based Approach and Gender Issues; • Accountability; • Creative Problem Solving; • Effective Communication; • Inclusive Collaboration; • Stakeholder Engagement; • Leading by Example.

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Living conditions and remarks

As it is a national UN Volunteer's assignment, the volunteer shall organize his/her accommodation by themselves. Taking into account the current circumstances in the country, telecommuting arrangements can be applied by the Host Entity. This is a full-time contract. Entitlements of National UN Volunteer Specialist (Kyiv Duty Station) This is a full-time assignment. The contract lasts for the period indicated in the vacancy with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. Allowances: • Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA): A Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) 1534 USD (equivalent in UAH) is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. This includes Well-Being Differentials for the period while the ICSC applies hardship classification to duty stations in Ukraine as “E”. • USD 400 entry lump sum, one-time payment. Medical and life insurance: • Medical insurance: The UN Volunteer and eligible PFU dependents will receive UNV provided medical insurance coverage. Coverage for UN Volunteers begins from the Commencement of Service and normally ceases one month after the last day of the UN Volunteer Contract date. • Life Insurance: UN Volunteers are covered by life insurance for the duration of the UN Volunteer assignment. If a UN Volunteer dies during the UN Volunteer assignment, the eligible designated beneficiaries will be entitled to receive a life insurance lump sum. Leave entitlements: • Annual leave:  UN Volunteers accrue an entitlement to 2.5 days of Annual Leave per completed month of the UN Volunteer assignment. Unused accrued Annual Leave up to a maximum of 30 days is carried over in case of a contract extension within the same UN Volunteer assignment. Unused accrued Annual Leave may not be carried over in case of reassignment or a new assignment. • Learning leave: Subject to supervisor approval and exigencies of service, UN Volunteers may request up to ten working days of Learning Leave per consecutive 12 months of the UN Volunteer assignment, starting with the Commencement of Service date, provided the Learning Leave is used within the contract period • Certified Sick Leave: UN Volunteers are entitled to up to 30 days of certified sick leave based on a 12-month cycle. This amount is reset every 12-month cycle. • Uncertified Sick Leave: UN Volunteers receive seven days of uncertified sick leave working days in a calendar year. This amount will be reset at the established interval period. Full entitlements at the duty station: https://app.unv.org/calculator The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

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Associate Field Officer

Job Title: Associate Field Officer

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: UNHCR

Assignment country: Uganda

Expected start date: 01/09/2023

Sustainable Development Goal: 17. Partnerships for the goals

Volunteer category: International UN Volunteer Specialist

Type: Onsite

Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Gulu

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Mission and objectives

The Office of the UNHCR was established on 14 December 1950 by the UN General Assembly. The agency is mandated to lead and coordinate international action to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems worldwide. Its primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees. It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally or to resettle in a third country (www.unhcr.org). In line with this mandate UNHCR supports the Republic of Uganda in protecting individuals who seeks asylum in the country as well as those in the country at risk of being stateless or who already are considered stateless. UNHCR also provides direct assistance through implementing partners to refugees and asylum seekers in Uganda. As of Sept 30 UNHCR in Uganda targets approximately 1,524,352 refugees and asylum seekers for assistance in terms of basic services and legal protection. UNHCR puts a strong effort into identifying durable solutions for all refugees in Uganda and to reduce the risk of persons in the country becoming stateless.

Context

Field Office Kiryadongo is located in mid-western Uganda and approximately 223km north of Kampala. The refugee settlement in Kiryadongo is hosting 65,389 refugees and asylum-seekers as of 17 July 2023. The vast majority (over 95%) having fled from South Sudan since the outbreak of conflict in December 2013. The rest of the refugee population is made up of smaller population groups from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya and other nearby countries. The Kiryadongo refugee settlement was officially opened on 12 July 1990 to host Sudanese refugees relocated from the Acholi P-11 refugee camp in Kitgum, northern Uganda. The Government of Uganda Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) together with UNHCR jointly coordinate the refugee response and assistance Programmes in the settlement while UNWFP provides food aid to all refugees. The settlement has two main ranches ( I and 37), subdivided into 17 clusters (villages). As of February 2016, the government of Uganda gazette and issued land titles to the settlement and included a third Ranch ( 188), hence increasing the capacity of Kiryadongo by about 4square miles with an estimated capacity to host an additional l 0,000 individuals however new arrivals cannot be settled there because this ranch lacks infrastructure and a large portion of it has national squatters living on it. As such, the settlement in the interim has reached its full capacity with only room for internal relocations and a few Protection referrals from Kampala and other settlements. The Total land area of Kiryadongo Refugee Settlement is 3 I square miles. The Associate Field Officer Kiryadongo must have knowledge in all aspects of VNHCR's Field level operation. Applied experience of protection principles, operational arrangements/standards in relation to protection, assistance. Must be conversant with the current priorities of the operation and existing mechanisms to implement those priorities. The incumbent is also required to liaise with all the relevant senior government officials, security organs in the area, the Head of various Non-Governmental Organisations (both national and internationals based in the area), Civilian/tribal leaders/elders, local opinion makers and the local media net-work to ensure his/her assigned responsibilities are effectively and efficiently discharged.

Task description

Ensure that UNHCR’s policies, standards and procedures are constantly and coherently applied in the Area of Responsibility (AoR). Ensure that the needs of persons of concern in the AoR are assessed and analysed in a participating manner and using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective to form a firm basis for planning. Ensure that protection incidents and gaps in assistance are immediately identified and addressed. Identify vulnerable groups or individuals who may need special attention or special arrangements and make recommendations on the needs of different groups of refugees. Assess protection and assistance needs of refugees and asylum-seekers in the region and monitor implementation of refugee assistance programmes. In co-ordination with implementing partners, handle the reception, registration and provision of assistance to persons of concern to UNHCR. Provide inputs for project submissions and periodic narrative and financial reports for the annual programme. Develop and maintain relations with local authorities ensuring smooth negotiations in all aspects of UNHCR's mandate for the benefit of refugees. Monitor the security situation in the area and intervene as appropriate with the local authorities. Participation in needs assessment as a member of the Multi-Functional team In close coordination with programme and project control, monitor project implementation and provide feedback on the progress to the relevant units/sections Undertake other relevant duties as required.

Eligibility criteria

Age

27 - 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

4 years of experience in refugee law and good knowledge of UNHCR programme is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Have affinity with or interest in international refugee law. volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development. and the UN System.

Area(s) of expertise

Business management, Communication, Security and protection

Driving license

-

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Law, International Law, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.

Competencies and values

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNHCR; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNHCR procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNHCR in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNHCR’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

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Living conditions and remarks

Kiryandongo is a district located on the Gulu-Kampala highway. The UNHCR field Office and the refugee settlement are in Bweyale Town Council/Kiryandongo District. The security situation is calm. Suitably equipped office premises are provided. UNHCR Guesthouse facilities are also provided for accommodation at standard UNHCR rates. The majority of staff 14 out of 18, reside at the guesthouse. There is a room available for the Associate Field Officer. Catering services are provided by a Staff association hired cook for a fee and there is access to an equipped kitchen at the guest house as well as a common room with a TV with DSTV subscription. The Bweyale market has basic foodstuff. Basic health services are available at the settlement health centre for common illnesses (malaria, flu, etc.) but staff travel to Kampala (3.5 hours away by road) for more serious medical attention. The road from Kiryandongo to Kampala is well tarmacked and there is a variety of public transportation buses available. Kiryandongo is 1.5 hours away from Gulu. At Kiryandongo, there are two other sister agency present WFP and FAO. However, there are several partners both operational and implementing, such as, Save the Children, Danish Refugee Council, Action Against Hunger, Windle International, Water Mission Uganda, Global Refugee Initiative, AFI, IRC, AIRD, TPO, BRAC, SHI, DCA, CTEN, etc. Kiryandongo has basic education services but no international school. Communication is mainly through mobile phones (GSM). There are three banks available - Postbank and Centenary bank at Bweyale town (3km away) with basic services and Stanbic, at Kigumba town, which is about 30 minutes' drive from the UNHCR office.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

This UNV assignment is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19 with WHO approved vaccine, unless the UNHCR Medical Service approves an exemption from this requirement on medical grounds

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Youth and Communication Officer

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: UNICEF

Assignment country: Belize

Expected start date: 28/08/2023

Sustainable Development Goal: 4. Quality education

Volunteer category: National UN Volunteer Specialist

Type: Onsite

Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Belize

Details

Mission and objectives

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favouritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations. UNICEF works with governments and other partners to ensure that countries fulfil their commitments made in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child that every child can grow and develop to reach their full potential. tiene menú contextual

Context

Recruited by UNICEF Belize Country Office, the Youth and communication officer is under the supervision of the social policy specialist and in coordination with Belize government partners and UNICEF HQ and Regional Office, will be responsible for Youth and communications support towards programmes in Belize. The Youth and communication officer will drive and contribute to the implementation of the overall youth engagement agenda through strengthening the capacity of the Adolescent Participation Program by promoting a systematic and integrated civic and digital engagement agenda for young people.

Task description

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Social Policy Specialist or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Youth and communication officer will: KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS Within the delegated authority and the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be accountable for all or assigned areas of the following major duties and end results. 1. Youth engagement Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results in civic participation and skills-building with and for young people. Duties & Tasks • Technical support to cross-sectoral youth programs, development of relevant documents, capture and share lessons learned from ongoing young people’s programmes and activities. • Provide technical guidance and support to the Youth Led Action Initiative to capacitate and support youth advocates and the implementation of their advocacy initiatives. • Mapping and identification of key partners, including CSOs and the private sector, working in the area of adolescent participation and youth; and engage them in the implementation of the youth program activities. • Innovative digital content creation using Apps and platforms for reaching young people for example TIK TOK, Podcasts, Infographics and blogs. • Knowledge Management through identification and capturing of good practices, synthesizing and sharing lessons learned from ongoing young people activities for integration into broader advocacy, communication, and fund-raising efforts. • Using the country office sharepoint site, maintain an inventory of Adolescent and Youth Engagement interventions, assets, resources and networks. 2. Adolescent Participation Support the UNICEF country office on the development and implementation of the Adolescent participation programme including planning and strategizing to reach office goals. Duties & Tasks • Support the relevant sections and stakeholders on the meaningful participation of young people during an office-wide events, including the launch of the State World Children’s Report, World Children’s Day initiative and children’s parliament. • Build partnerships and strengthen networks with implementing partners and stakeholders, including the government and UN agencies, NGOs, schools, community-based organizations, municipal authorities, and adolescent and young people to for adolescent participation. • Support the implementation of U-Report activities and campaigns; production of interactive content and polls, and coordinate poll content with UNICEF programmes, government, CSO, and UN agencies. • Establish and coordinate an adolescent led task force to promote youth led initiatives, integrated approaches to listening to voices of young people and advocate for programme and policy changes in various sector. 3. Communication materials Support the timely production of communication products and materials is and contribute to country communication strategy, regional and global campaigns, and priorities and to support resource mobilization. Duties & Tasks • Support the implementation of the country communication work plan and strategy as needed. • Gather content and coverage of relevant country efforts to identify effective relevant country programme activities and results. Develop complementary, country specific and local community materials and activities. • Support the production of communication materials (e.g. Human Interest stories, programme briefing notes, images, video. Web pages etc.) that meet the country and global standards as set out in the Communication Toolkit. • Follow up on the production of advocacy and communication materials (e.g., films, videos, audio/visuals, etc.), and oversee the qualitative aspects of production, (e.g., quality control, translations, reviews of layout and graphic design etc.) to meet standards as set out in the Communication Toolkit. • Maintain an up-to-date documentation centre for communication materials including publications, and clippings, photographs, audio-visual materials, web resources, etc.

Eligibility criteria

Age

27 - 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

3 years of experience in Youth/adolescent engagements and use of digital tools; • Experience working with the UN or other international development organization is an asset; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment.

Area(s) of expertise

Development programmes, Education, Communication

Driving license

-

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required Spanish, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Social Science, anthropology, psychology, sociology, Marketing, Communications, Journalism and or another relevant technical field.

Competencies and values

i) Core Values • Care • Respect • Integrity • Trust • Accountability ii) Core Competencies • Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness • Works Collaboratively with others • Builds and Maintains Partnerships • Innovates and Embraces Change • Thinks and Acts Strategically • Drive to achieve impactful results • Manages ambiguity and complexity iii) Functional Competencies • Persuading and Influencing • Applying Technical Expertise • Learning and Researching • Planning and Organizing

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Living conditions and remarks

Belize is an independent country on the eastern coast of Central America. It is bordered on the north by Mexico, on the south and west by Guatemala, and on the east by the Caribbean Sea. Its mainland is about 290 km (180 mi) long and 110 km (68 mi) wide. Belizeans have long described themselves as a “Caribbean nation” that just happens to be in Central America, for they have more in common with the distant islands on the Caribbean than their next-door neighbours of Central America. They share a British heritage, the English language and cultural influences such as music, dance and folklore. When attending official activities or when at the hotel, there is no worries or concerns. Gang related crime is high as of late, especially in Belize City and surrounding areas. It is important to follow all advice and guidelines offered by the UNICEF staff and UNDSS official while in Belize. Staff, consultants, UNVs and interns will receive a safety briefing upon arrival. The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. Travel to duty station (if applicable) and a Settling-In-Grant will be provided in the event the duty station is not within commuting distance from the place of recruitment. The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents), as well as final repatriation (if applicable) and resettlement allowance for satisfactory service. Specific UN Volunteer entitlements, including insurance coverage, Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA), Deployment / Repatriation lump sums, among others, are available at https://app.unv.org/calculator. The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Reasonable accommodation

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

In addition to duty station-specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts.

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Treasurer

Posting Title: Treasurer, P3

Job Code Title: Treasurer

Organization: United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund - Pension Administration

Duty Station: New York, United States of America

Posting Period: 11 July 2023 - 29 August 2023

Job Opening Number: 23-Finance-UNJSPF PA-208872-R-New York (O)

Staffing Exercise: N/A

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund-Pension Administration (UNJSPF-PA) comprises about 250 staff from diverse countries and cultures, based across four prominent duty stations (New York, Geneva, Bangkok, and Nairobi). We are a career employer offering unique opportunities for growth within the United Nations system. We offer staff competitive benefits, including up to six weeks of annual leave per year, a defined benefit pension plan (not subject to variation of capital markets), parental leave, a comprehensive insurance plan, and flexible working arrangements (up to two days of work from home per week subject to operational requirements). Our office is located in the heart of Manhattan, within walking distance from the Grand Central Station hub, in a state-of-the-art facility (the One Dag Hammarskjöld building). Visit www.unjspf.org for more details.

This is a newly created position aimed to strengthen the Cashier's Unit of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF or the Fund). The Treasurer, P-3, will be based in New York and will report to the Treasurer, P-4.

The Cashier’s Unit, Financial Services Section, of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund is responsible for: directing and controlling the treasury activities of the Fund; managing the cash flow operations of the Secretariat, including the purchase and sale of currencies and the funding of bank accounts prior to payment schedules; recommending and coordinating the implementation of periodic and non-recurrent payment systems for worldwide application, including the selection of banks, value dates, manual and electronic payment systems; and establishing methods to interface the systems into the existing infrastructure of the Pension Fund.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Cashier of the Fund, the incumbent will coordinate with the Cashier to perform the following duties:

• Authorize payment, on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer of the Fund, for Pension Fund disbursements totalling $2.4 billion per annum through electronic means and issuance of cheques
• Manage cash receipts and contributions income from member organizations
• Manage a cash flow of over $170 million per month, involving approximately 27 currencies, by evaluating payment patterns, projecting future requirements, evaluating the time needed to clear payments through various banks throughout the world, ensuring that adequate funds are available, and arranging for the transfer of funds to bank accounts to cover operational requirements. Arrange for transfer of excess funds to the Office of Investment Management of the Fund to invest
• Manage and supervise the investigations relating to returned payments, unidentified credits, claims of non-receipt of payments and other problems
• Monitor contractual performance by banks, bank charges and interest income
• Review, on a regular basis, various aspects of existing operations of the Unit and make recommendations for changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Unit
• Keep abreast of policy changes established by central banks globally
• Liaise with the bank representatives and the Office of the Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for the timely resolution of any payment affected due to embargo and or sanction
• Establish security procedures and ensure their implementation and maintenance within the Fund and by external agencies operating on behalf of the Fund. Appraise work performances and participate in recommendations for promotion and career development of staff
• Represent the Fund in policy discussions with the Treasurer of the United Nations and international banks on all matters relating to banking services, payment systems, costing formulae, cash flow projections, and other financial matters
• Assist internal and external auditors by answering any queries involving the Cashier's Unit, specifically in the area of cash management
• Undertake other assignments at the request of the Cashier and the Chief Financial Officer

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve Organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in finance, accounting, banking, or a related field is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting, Treasury, and related financial fields is required.

Experience with SWIFT messages is required.

Experience in international banking or Treasury operations, specifically in the areas of funds transfers and foreign currency exchange, is desirable.

A thorough knowledge of Pension Fund practices is desirable.

Knowledge of Standard Chartered Bank Straight2Bank, JPM Chase Access payment systems, and JPM Chase e_Serve services is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official language of the United Nations is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) is an inter-agency body established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1949. The Pension Fund pays benefits in 17 currencies to about 80,000 beneficiaries who reside in more than 190 countries, and services more than 130,000 participants who work in the 25 member organizations of the Pension Fund.

Any candidate from a member organization of UNJSPF applying for this post is considered as an internal candidate, provided he/she has been appointed through the appointment and promotion procedures applicable in his/her respective organization.

General Services staff members at the GS-6 and GS-7 levels shall be eligible to apply to the position in this job opening, provided they meet the requirements of the positions as set forth in this job opening. Eligibility of General Service staff extends to all entities of the United Nations common system. If selected, a General Service staff member would be required to resign from their appointment in the General Service category and be reappointed on a fixed-term appointment limited to service with UNJSPF. The period of ineligibility for re-employment following resignation shall not apply to such staff resigning from the General Service or related category to take up the functions of these positions in the Fund secretariat. The selected candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate.

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the Young Professionals Programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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