CHIEF SCIENTIST

Job Description - Chief Scientist (2403364) Job Posting Date: 31/Oct/2024 Closure Date 12/Dec/2024, 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: DDCC - Chief Scientist Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition: Senior-level Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration: Fixed term: two years with possibility of extension Post Number: 2007885 CCOG Code: 1H01 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. 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 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. Organizational Setting FAO has established the Core leadership composed of Three Deputy Directors-General (DDGs), Director of Cabinet, Chief Economist and Chief Scientist with an Organigramme and a modular management structure that avoids silos and promotes working jointly at all managerial levels in a cross-sectoral and global manner for a more efficient and effective Organization. Reporting Lines The Chief Scientist reports to the Director-General. Summary of Duties and Functions Accelerating and scaling up innovation is fundamental for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and leveraging emerging opportunities for reaching a world free from hunger, poverty and malnutrition. The Chief Scientist will: Consolidate and strengthen FAO’s innovative ethos. Ensure that FAO applies modern science and technology. Promote innovative approaches for scaling up work. Leverage science and innovation across the Organization. Coordinate intelligence gathering for new programmes. Lead task forces on sustainability issues. Employ systems thinking for innovative policy assistance. Lead the development of an evidence-based perspective on innovation. Foster and promote innovations within FAO. Lead and oversee the work of the Office for Innovation. Develop a policy to enhance assistance to Members. Nurture partnerships with R&D actors. Lead and manage the Office by supervising its staff. Oversee risk management in relevant units. Advocate FAO’s policy position and communicate its messages. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Advance university degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant field. At least fifteen years of relevant experience. Demonstrated professional competence and management leadership. Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language. Experience with multilateral negotiations. Good resource mobilization and partnership development skills. Ability to lead and work effectively with a diverse team. Leadership Competencies : Results focus, Leading, engaging and empowering others, Communication, Partnering and Advocating, Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement, Strategic thinking. Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for all and Integrity and Transparency. HOW TO APPLY To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Selection for this position will follow a transparent and competitive process. #J-18808-Ljbffr