Recrutement de 01 Policy Officer

Recrutement de 01 Policy Officer
Niveau d'études: Non précisé
Expérience: 7 ans
Expire le: 05-12-2022

FAO
Accra, Ghana
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, ...), Projet/programme de développement
Job Description: 2203090

Policy Officer

Closure Date: 05/Dec/2022, 11:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: RAF
Job Type: Staff position
Type of Requisition: Professional
Grade Level: P-4
Primary Location: Ghana-Accra
Duration: Fixed term: 2 years with possibility of extension
Post Number: 2000898
CCOG Code: 1L09

• 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 is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO’s goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. The Regional Office for Africa (RAF) oversees 47 sub-Saharan countries, guided by Regional Programme Priority Area Initiatives that serve as a mechanism to ensure effective delivery and to demonstrate the impact of FAO’s work on agrifood systems transformation in the key priorities of the region. In its programme delivery, RAF contributes to the achievement of the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31 which seeks to support the 2030 Agenda, contributing directly to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 1 (No poverty), SDG 2 (Zero hunger), and SDG 10 (Reduced inequalities), as well as supporting the achievement of the broader SDG agenda, which is crucial for attaining FAO’s overall vision. (Repetitions]

RAF is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO’s priority activities in the region. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the Organization in the region and, in collaboration with Offices and Divisions at headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO's strategic response to regional priorities. RAF also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization’s Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region, monitors the level of programme implementation, and draws attention to problems and deficiencies. RAF develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the African Union and Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs).

The Regional Office supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region.

The post is located in the RAF Programme Unit in the Regional Office for Africa (RAF) in Accra, Ghana,

Reporting Lines
The Policy Officer reports to the Regional Programme Leader (RPL) at the FAO Regional Office for Africa (RAF) and maintains regular contact with FAO headquarters in Rome for functional guidance on matters relating to policy and governance support in the food and agriculture sectors.

Technical Focus
The Policy Officer will support the development and implementation of coherent, integrated and effective policy assistance and governance work at regional, subregional and national levels at RAF. He/she will lead specific activities in the Programme Area of Work on Smart policies, institutions and investments for agrifood systems transformation and contribute to the work on Strategic Foresight and Innovation. The Policy Officer will also contribute to RAF’s activities on strengthening partnerships and knowledge networks within and outside the Organization as well as support country-level actions guided by the Country Programming Framework (CPF).

Key Results
Development and implementation of coherent, integrated and effective policy assistance and governance work, supporting Members at regional, subregional and country level: i) in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31, Regional Priorities and their delivery mechanisms; and ii) in response to new policy assistance requests.

Key Functions
• Supports the work carried out by technical or policy officers from headquarters or out-posted staff in the Decentralized Offices in relation to policy and governance work under the FAO Strategic Framework;
• Advocates strategic partnerships, best practices and policy dialogue in support of enhanced governance for food security and nutrition , sustainable agriculture and food systems;
• Participates in specialized or multidisciplinary teams, and high-level policy analysis missions or projects, policy networks and/or international policy setting bodies;
• Interacts with UN Regional and Country teams to improve cross-sectorial policies and strategies concerning food security and nutrition and sustainable development;
• Supports the analysis by the Regional Office of regional and country-level issues to provide input into the identification of country and regional priorities and requirements;
• Designs, implements and monitors regional and subregional policy work programmes and the supporting budgets and/or resourcing strategies;
• Plans, organizes and participates in capacity development activities involving the provision of technical advice and assistance, and oversees the development of related materials, on-line tools and information kits.

Specific Functions
• Provides technical assistance on policy priority issues and governance support to FAO’s Members;
• Advises Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and Members to identify, analyse and formulate evidence-based solutions to key policy and governance challenges for sustainable transformation of agrifood systems in Africa;
• Leads the preparation of the Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition in Africa report and provides technical support and information to decision-makers on the progress toward achieving zero hunger (SDG 2), thus contributing to the design, implementation and monitoring of food security policies and programmes in Africa;
• Works closely with technical officers across other Programme Areas of Work in the RAF region and relevant FAO Divisions in Rome (Agrifood Economics Division - ESA, Statistics Division - ESS, etc.) to seek and integrate inputs, relevant to the theme of the report;
• Strengthens strategic partnerships, interacts and convenes meetings with key partner agencies and institutions, among others, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), the World Food Programme (WFP) and the African Union Commission (AUC) and its relevant departments for signing Publication Agreements and for technical contributions to the report, as relevant;
• Organizes policy dialogues, advocates and promotes exchange of best practices in support of enhanced policies and governance for food security and nutrition;
• Provides technical support toward the implementation of the Regional Programme Area of Work on “Smart Policies, Institutions and Investments for Agrifood Systems Transformation”;
• Contributes to the work on Strategic Foresight and Innovation, including analysis and implications of critical drivers, related trends and developments in transforming agrifood systems in Africa;
• Performs other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in political sciences, agricultural economics, development economics, rural sociology, food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture (including livestock, forestry and fisheries), or related field.
• Seven years of relevant experience in policy advice and analysis relating to food security and nutrition , agriculture and rural development, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes.
• 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.
• Relevance and extent of experience in policy analysis and advice relating to food security and nutrition , sustainable agriculture, and rural development.
• Relevance and extent of experience in working with inter-governmental bodies and multi-disciplinary teams.

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.

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).
• 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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