Senior Forestry Officer (Forest and Farm Facility)

Reporting Lines The Senior Forestry Officer (Forest and Farm Facility) reports to the Deputy Director/Team Leader of Forest and Farm Facility, NFO.

Technical Focus Operational implementation and closing of Phase II of the Forest and Farm Facility in the wider context of FAO Forestry work on enhancing sustainable production and building sustainable livelihoods in climate-resilient landscapes. Work focuses on i) oversight and overall backstopping of programme implementation in countries; ii) operational guidance and management of all on-going FFF grants and their closure at end of Phase II; iii) operational oversight and management of FFF implementation monitoring, tracking and reporting systems and FFF formal reports; iv) operational leadership on development and maintenance of FFF knowledge management platform, related knowledge networks as well as global and regional knowledge and experience sharing events; v) operational liaison with and management of cooperation with FFF partner organizations (IIED, IUCN, AgriCord) as well as global or regional programmes in which FFF is implementing partner, in particular GEF7 DLS-IP and AFR Support Programme.

Key Results Leadership and technical policy expertise for the planning, development and implementation of divisional and cross-divisional programmes of work, projects, products, services in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework.

Key Functions

Plans, manages or leads highly specialised or multidisciplinary teams; leads, coordinates and/or participates in Organization-wide, cross-divisional committees, project teams and working groups, and/or provides technical leadership/secretariat services on technical networks and/or international technical policy and standard setting bodies.

Analyses global and country specific requirements and relevant technical issues to provide critical input into the FAO Strategic Framework, Programme of Work, work plans and the supporting budgets and/or resourcing strategies.

Implements and monitors programmes of work involving the development of the approach, evidence-based strategies and related tools, methodologies and the supporting system/database, monitoring and reporting frameworks.

Conducts, designs and oversees research and analysis of activities to support the development of technical standards, international instruments, innovation, technical reports, publications and/or ongoing programme development as well as the provision of technical and/or policy advisory services.

Provides technical and policy advice to Members and technical support to Decentralized Offices in the development and implementation of their programmes.

Leads and/or collaborates in, provides technical backstopping to and ensures the quality/effectiveness of capacity development and knowledge sharing activities within Member Nations such as policy support, organisational development and individual learning events including preparation of related information, learning and online tools.

Represents the Organization at international meetings and conferences, identifies and implements strategic partnerships, advocates best practices and increased policy dialogue and develops and negotiates effective working relationships/consensus and agreements with international and national stakeholders.

Leads and/or participates in resource mobilisation activities in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework.

Specific Functions

Manages the FFF team at FAO headquarters and provides operational guidance and interaction with FFF Facilitators in FAO Country Offices in the 15 countries in which the FFF has an operational programme.

Oversees and guides FFF operational programme implementation in 15 countries supported through the FFF programme.

Manages implementation of approximately FAO-signed grants (Letters of Agreement and Direct Beneficiary Grants) of the FFF programme, including technical and financial delivery and timely closure in view of closure of FFF Phase II.

Acts as the focal point for FFF implementing partners, including liaising on implementation of related contracts and operational coordination.

Coordinates FFF programme monitoring, knowledge management, reporting and communications, including FFF regional and global events and FFF progress and final reports.

Coordinates implementation support to other programmes in which the FFF is engaged.

Supports the Manager on overall programme management and related tasks and duties.

Performs any other duties, as required.

Minimum Requirements

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in forestry, agriculture, natural resources management, political and social science or economics.

Ten years of relevant experience in sustainable forestry or natural resources production and building sustainable and resilient livelihoods, including in developing countries.

Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

Competencies

Results Focus

Leading, Engaging and Empowering

Communication

Partnering and Advocating

Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Strategic Thinking

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is essential.

Extent and relevance of experience in providing support to countries addressing hunger, poverty and environmental issues.

Extent and relevance of experience working with forest and farm producer organisations, small-scale producers and/or local community enterprises.

Demonstrated results-based management capabilities with an ability to manage programmes, budgets, contracts and human resources efficiently.

Demonstrated ability to work as a team with partners in international programmes and initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to manage data, evidence and knowledge, including dissemination and communication.

Extent and relevance of experience in organising international meetings, events and training.

FAO Values 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.

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

FAO applies the compensation policy of a contractual agreement of the FAO International Staff at a special order.

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