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  • 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

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the 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.

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for the economic, social, institutional, governance and policy aspects of FAO's activities related to fisheries and aquaculture and their development, with particular emphasis on human well-being, food security and poverty reduction; post-harvest utilization, marketing and trade with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well-being of fishery communities; collection, compilation, validation, trend analysis and dissemination of the best available and up-to-date fishery statistics and for the syndication of the FAO information on all aspects of world fisheries and aquaculture. The Division is also responsible for FAO's activities related to the management and conservation of the living aquatic resources used by fisheries and aquaculture, including the biodiversity and ecosystem maintenance, with particular emphasis on the most vulnerable and threatened species and habitats; management of responsible fisheries and aquaculture in accordance with management standards and best practices; development of fisheries technology, with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well-being of fishing communities, including the safety of fishers and fishing vessels.

Reporting Lines

The Consultant/PSA will work under the overall supervision of one of three Team Leaders of the Sustainable Aquaculture Thematic Area (NFIA).

Technical Focus

Support the work in the Sustainable Aquaculture area in implementing policies and programmes that seek to maximize the impacts of aquaculture on Members' economic, social and environmental objectives, including food security and nutrition, and help meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) targets within the FAO Strategic Framework and priority programmes, such as the Blue Transformation. The programme of work and activities should follow the FAO Common Vision for Sustainable Food and Agriculture and the FAO Code of Conduct on Responsible Fisheries and associated technical guidelines and seek to mitigate the impacts of aquaculture on climate change, while at the same time reducing vulnerability to climate change and other external stressors.

Tasks and responsibilities

The tasks and responsibilities of each selected Consultant or PSA will be defined in the Terms of Reference for the specific assignment. In general, depending on the specific assignment, designated tasks and responsibilities will normally include a number of the following elements:

  • Support the provision of technical guidance on sustainable development of aquaculture, including inter alia seaweed production, IMTA, integrated agriculture aquaculture, marine aquaculture, aquaculture policy and governance, aquaculture feed and feeding, aquaculture planning and operations, and regional and global processes for sustainable aquaculture.
  • Support the organization of and participation in internal and external meetings and events (including field missions) for the delivery of NFIA’s programme of work, including consultation, training, capacity building and technical assistance.
  • Collaborate with other FAO divisions and external partners in the areas of NFIA’s programme of work, as well as areas of mutually beneficial interest to Members.
  • Establish and manage relations with relevant institutions, networks and platforms that could help FAO leverage its messages and advance global dialogue on various issues related to NFIA’s programme of work, helping the Organization to promote enhanced global food security and nutrition.
  • Support to documentation of guidelines and good practices on sustainable aquaculture.
  • Participate in project proposal development on sustainable aquaculture.
  • Implement team activities and other assigned tasks as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

  • University degree in agriculture, biology, biochemistry, animal nutrition, aquaculture, aquatic sciences, fisheries/aquaculture economics, environmental studies or related discipline or a closely related field.
  • At least 12 years for Level A, five years for Level B, and two years for Level C of relevant experience.
  • For consultants: Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of one of the other official languages of the Organization (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, or Russian).
  • For PSA: Working knowledge of English.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

  • Work experience in more than one location or area of work
  • Extent and relevance of experience in ecosystem approach, climate changes, digitalization, etc.
  • Extent and relevance of experience in providing technical support in regional, national, and local levels
  • Familiarity with MS-office, editing and formatting skills, etc.

Selection Criteria

  • Extent and relevance of experience in project/programme formulation and implementation of projects, programmes and studies in the pertinent field of expertise
  • Extent and relevance of knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations, regional entities and national governments
  • Experience in working in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams

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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