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The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments.

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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 staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

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.

This is a reopening of the Vacancy Announcement. Candidates who previously applied do not need to submit a new application.

OrganizationalSetting

The FAO Liaison Officefor North America(FAOLOW), located inWashington,D.C., playsa key role inadvancing FAO'smandate to end hunger, malnutrition and poverty worldwide. Toward this end, the Liaison Office engages in partnership-building, policy dialogue, information sharing, and raising the visibility of the Organization in the region.

FAOLOW is also responsible for the communication, cooperation, and collaboration with the government agencies of the United StatesandCanada,eachcountries'legislatorsand/orparliamentarians,civilsociety,academia,andtheprivatesectorintheregion.

ThepositionislocatedinWashingtonD.C.,UnitedStates(US).

Reporting Lines

The Political Affairs Officer reports to the Senior Liaison Officer and works under the overall guidance of the Director of FAO's Liaison Office for North America, based in Washington D.C.

TechnicalFocus

The Political Affairs Officer plays a key role in engaging with Congressional and Parliamentary offices and committees, as well as monitoringandreportingonrelatedprocessesanddevelopments.He/shesupportsFAO'spartnershipswiththeU.S.Congressand the Canadian Parliament and serves as a point of contact on a wide range of thematic issues with both the United States and Canada.

Key Results

Theestablishmentandmaintenanceofrelationswithmembers/staffoftheU.S.CongressandCanadianParliament,contributionto and promotion of FAO key activities and priorities.

KeyFunctions

  • SupportsFAO'scollaborationwithgovernmentalcounterpartstofacilitateprogramme coordination and promotion.

  • EngagesandbuildsrelationshipswithprioritycommitteeandstaffoftheU.S.CongressandCanadianParliament to message FAO's added value.

  • MonitorsandidentifiesnationalactivitiesrelevanttoFAO'smandate.

  • SupportsFAOparticipationincongressionalandparliamentaryforums,reviewsareastoimproveeffectivenessof FAO communication strategies and approaches.

  • Promotes knowledge sharing and awareness within FAO of U.S. Congressional and Canadian Parliamentaryperspective and priorities on identified activities and assists FAO units with networking.

  • Producesavarietyofinformation-relateddocumentsandreportsanddraftsrepliestoinquiriesfromnational partnersonsubjectsfallingwithinthecompetenceofFAO.

  • Supports work to tailor FAO thematic issue resources (publications, speakers, data, etc.) to specific committee priorities and language.

  • WorkswiththeSeniorLiaisonOfficerandtheDirectorofLOWtocapitalizeonopportunitiestoraiseFAO'sprofile and mobilize increased support for the Organization.

  • CultivatesstrongworkinglevelrelationshipswithissueareaorganizationalcounterpartswithintheOrganization.

  • Works withother FAOLOW programmestaff toidentifyandaccess materials tailored to the prioritiesof U.S.and Canadian government agencies; tailor these materials to agency interests, language, and culture.

  • IntheU.S.andCanada,engageswiththebroader communityaroundspecificthematicissues,includingthe private sector and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

  • IdentifieswhichactorshavethepotentialtobealliesinadvocacytoU.S.andCanadiangovernmentagencies.

  • SupportsFAOcolleagues,includingCoreLeadersondutytraveltotheregion,andmeetingwithmembersorstaff of the U.S. Congress or Canadian Parliament.

  • RepresentsFAOLOWinUNweeklymeetingsinWashingtonD.C.todiscussnationaldynamics/priorityareas.

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CANDIDATESWILLBEASSESSEDAGAINSTTHEFOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

  • Advanceduniversitydegree(Master'sdegreeorequivalent)incommunication,socialscience,journalism,political science, international relations or related fields.

  • Five years of relevant experiencein development work, interacting with Congressional and Parliamentary partners and with governments,internationalorganizations,includingresearchinstitutions,civilsocietyandtheprivatesector.

  • Workingknowledge(proficiency-levelC)ofEnglishandintermediateknowledge(intermediateproficiency -level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish)

Competencies

  • Results Focus

  • Teamwork

  • Communication

  • BuildingEffectiveRelationships

  • KnowledgeSharingandContinuousImprovement

Technical/FunctionalSkills

  • Workexperienceinmorethanonelocationorareaofwork,particularlyinfieldpositions,is desirable.

  • Extent and relevance of experience in outreach for international/intergovernmental initiatives, particularly at the international level.

  • Extent and relevance of experience in monitoring and advising organizational leadership on critical legislativematters, vote schedules and their significance.

  • Extentandrelevanceofexperienceinpreparingtailoredmaterialsforcongressionalandparliamentaryaudiences, including fact sheets and talking points.

  • Extentandrelevanceofexperienceindraftinghigh-qualitywrittenmaterialsforawidevarietyofaudiences.

  • UnderstandingofFAOpoliciesandprogrammesisconsideredastrongasset.

  • Extent and relevance of experience in the U.S. and Canadian parliamentary processes, offices and committees is desirable.

  • Workexperienceinthemultilateralsphereishighlydesirable.

  • Abilitytotranslatecomplexandtechnicalcommunicationstoawideandvariedaudienceinasimpleandconcise manner.

  • Workingknowledge(proficiency-levelC)ofFrenchand/orSpanishisan asset.

  • Goodknowledgeofthematicareasrelevanttosustainableagrifoodsystemsisanasset.

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FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

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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.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link\: https\://commonsystem.org/cp/default.asp
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.
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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). The list can be accessed at http\://www.whed.net/. These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings.
• 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.

If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance\: https\://fao.service-now.com/csp

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