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Specialist in Agri-Food systems Science and Innovation

Rome

  • Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
  • Location: Rome
  • Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Agriculture and Forestry
    • Nutrition
    • Scientist and Researcher
    • Food Security, Livestock and Livelihoods
    • Innovations for Sustainable Development
    • Food technology (Food tech)
    • DDCC
  • Closing Date: Closed

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FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and nationality

People with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization

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Organizational Setting

The Office of the Chief Scientist (DDCC) has been recently established as an important instrument within FAO to provide strategic direction and help drive and coordinate innovation across the work of the Organization, i.e. to consolidate and strengthen FAO’s innovative spirit, including innovation of approach and cooperation models and capacity development. The Office will identify, strengthen and complement priority areas for collective action; ensure that FAO mainstreams science and innovation in its programmes; facilitate cross-collaboration between the various FAO units; and aid in forging and reinforcing transformative partnerships.

Reporting Lines

The Consultant(s) will work under the overall guidance of the Chief Scientist, and direct technical supervision of Senior Advisor in the Office of Chief Scientist, and in close collaboration with the Technical Advisor in the Office of Chief Scientist.

Technical Focus

Support DDCC in its role to enhance FAO’s ability to use Science and Innovation (S&I) in catalyzing the transition to sustainable, inclusive and resilient food systems, through the provision of expertise in relevant technical areas.

Tasks and responsibilities

  • Support DDCC endeavours and activities by providing operational and analytical support on S&I in food and agriculture.
  • Advise DDCC on the application of innovative approaches in programme and project management.
  • Provide support to DDCC to leverage and scale-up S&I across the organization and in support of countries for better results
  • Contribute to the planning, organization and implementation of capacity development efforts in relation to mainstreaming S&I in the work of the organization.
  • Provide technical expertise in identifying tools and developing methodologies linked to S&I engagement.
  • Participate on multi-disciplinary teams, and collaborate with other Divisions/Offices/Centres/Regions on working groups in relation to S&I.
  • Support production of technical documents (concept notes, technical papers, reports, etc.)
  • Support to promoting knowledge sharing and best practices in relation to S&I in food and agriculture.
  • Perform any other related task as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

  • Advanced university degree in agricultural sciences or related field as appropriate;
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in providing intellectual and strategic leadership on science, technology and innovation issues in food and agricultural systems;
  • Working knowledge of English, French, Spanish or Chinese and limited knowledge of one of the other three or Arabic, Russian (for consultants).

FAO Core Competencies

  • Results Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Building Effective Relationships
  • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Selection criteria

  • Working experience in S&I assessment, strategies formulation, and evaluation experiences.
  • Depth of knowledge regarding trends, opportunities and challenges in the field of S&I for food and agriculture, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the context of low and middle income countries.
  • Extent and relevance of experience in dealing with inter-governmental bodies, multi-disciplinary teams, and with international agricultural research and innovation organizations.
  • Proven ability in conceptualizing and developing high quality technical and analytical work related to S&I in food and agriculture.
  • Demonstrated capacity to write technical reports, papers and briefs in English.
  • Extent and relevance of experience in organizing international conferences, meetings and seminars.
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Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

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