Data Collection and Support Specialist

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FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

• 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 person 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.

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Our 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 Data Collection and Support Specialist will be assigned in Astana or Almaty, Kazakhstan and will provide support to the FAO Partnership and Liaison Office in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Reporting Lines

The Data Collection and Support Specialist will report to the Officer-in-Charge (OiC) of FAO Kazakhstan office.

Technical Focus

The Data Collection and Support Specialist will assist in data and information collection and conduct preliminary analysis to aid the formulation of the investment component of the FAO-Kazakhstan Partnership Program (FKPP).

Tasks and responsibilities

● Conduct research to collect data, information, and analytics to establish partnerships with potential FKPP investment partners, both national and international.
● Support the OiC in initiating and establishing contacts with national counterparts and international partners for participation in FKPP’s investment component.
● Organize and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes, and necessary documentation.
● Assist in the preparation of speeches, presentations, and other communication materials for OiC and other team members.
● Compile and maintain a database of contacts and potential partners, tracking communication and follow-ups.
● Assist in the development and dissemination of promotional materials and updates about investment component of the FKPP.
● Provide administrative and logistical support for the related activities and events.
● Prepare regular reports on the progress of partnerships and potential investment opportunities for FKPP.
● Assist in liaising with other FAO divisions and teams as necessary to ensure alignment and synergy in partnership efforts.
● Perform any other tasks assigned by the OiC that align with the objective of supporting the operationalization of the FKPP’s investment component.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

● University degree in agriculture, economics, business administration, trade, and management, finance or related discipline;
● At least 2 years of relevant experience in the above-mentioned fields;
● Working knowledge of English and Russian;
● National of Kazakhstan or resident of the country with valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Selection Criteria

● Strong organizational and coordination skills.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
● Proficient in data collection and analysis.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
● Knowledge of agriculture, investment, and development sectors is advantageous.
● Proficiency in relevant software and technology tools for presentations, data management, and communication.
● Knowledge of Kazakh is an advantage.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact\: Careers@fao.org
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• For other issues, visit the FAO employment website\: http\://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
• 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
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• 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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