Senior Advisor on Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture

- Senior Advisor on Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture (2500097)

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2500097

Senior Advisor on Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture

Date:
13/Jan/2025

27/Jan/2025, 10:
59:
00 PM

Organizational Unit:
SNG

Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition:
Consultant

United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi

Duration:
11 months

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background, and culture.
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members, and 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's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

Organizational Setting

FAO's Subregional Office for Gulf Cooperation Council States and Yemen (SNG) is responsible for developing, promoting, overseeing, and implementing agreed strategies for transforming food, agriculture, and rural development priorities. It also develops and maintains relations with subregional wide institutions. The Subregional Office is a subsidiary of FAO Regional Office for Near East and North Africa region.
The post is located in the FAO Subregional Office for the Gulf Cooperation Council States and Yemen (SNG) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Reporting Lines

The Senior Advisor on Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture reports to the Subregional Coordinator of SNG in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to ensure corporate technical coherence and quality.

Technical Focus

To provide expertise in enhancing food security, promoting sustainable agriculture, and conserving biodiversity in the UAE.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and technical expertise on food security, sustainability, and biodiversity conservation issues in the UAE and the Middle East region.
• Collaborate with FAO teams and partners in developing and implementing innovative strategies and solutions for enhancing food production, promoting sustainable agriculture practices, and conserving biodiversity.
• Engage with government agencies, academia, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to promote dialogue, knowledge sharing, and capacity building in the areas of food security and sustainable agriculture.
• Represent FAO in relevant meetings, conferences, and events, and contribute to advocacy efforts aimed at raising awareness and mobilizing support for food security and sustainability initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical support to FAO programs and projects related to food security, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity conservation.
• Conduct research, analysis, and assessments on key issues and trends in food security, agriculture, and biodiversity conservation in the UAE and the Middle East region.
• Develop and review policies, strategies, and action plans aimed at enhancing food security, promoting sustainable agriculture practices, and conserving biodiversity.
• Facilitate capacity building activities, workshops, and training sessions for government officials, agricultural stakeholders, and community groups on sustainable agriculture and food security.
• Foster collaboration and partnership with government agencies, academic institutions, NGOs, and other stakeholders to support FAO's objectives in food security and sustainable agriculture.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and communication materials to disseminate findings, best practices, and lessons learned from FAO initiatives in the field of food security and sustainable agriculture.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

• For COF:
  Advanced university degree in agriculture, environmental science, veterinary science, or related disciplines.
• For PSA:
  University degree in agriculture, environmental science, veterinary science, or related disciplines.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in food security, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity conservation, and policy development.
• Working knowledge of English and Arabic is required.

FAO Core Competencies

• Commitment to FAO, Respect for All, Integrity and Transparency

Technical/Functional Skills

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work.
• Extent and relevance of experience in providing strategic advice and technical support on food security and sustainable agriculture issues, preferably at the national or regional level.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration.
• Experience working with international organizations, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations in the field of agriculture and food security is highly desirable.
• Experience in NENA region.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing).
• FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list.
• FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

HOW TO APPLY

• 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.
• Attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
• Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application.
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