FORESTRY OFFICER (AGRICULTURE-FORESTRY LINKAGES)

Job Description - Forestry Officer (Agriculture-Forestry Linkages) (2403689) Forestry Officer (Agriculture-Forestry Linkages) Job Posting Posting Date: 05/Dec/2024 Closure Date Closure Date: 02/Jan/2025, 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: NFO Job Type Job Type: Staff position Type of Requisition: Professional Primary Location Primary Location: Italy-Rome Duration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension Post Number: 2002477 CCOG Code: 1H06 Organizational Setting FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The Forestry Division (NFO) leads FAO’s work in promoting sustainable forest management. The position is located in the GEF Impact Programmes: Drylands and Food Systems Team of the Forestry Division (NFO) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. Reporting Lines The Forestry Officer (Agriculture-Forestry Linkages) reports to the Senior Forestry Officer/Team Leader of the GEF Impact Programmes: Drylands and Food Systems Team, NFO. Technical Focus Scale up actions on agriculture and forestry linkages including on cross-sectoral collaboration, integrated land-use management and planning. Key Results Research, technical analysis and project related services to support the delivery of programmes, projects, products and services. Key Functions Researches and analyses technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional, and technology related information. Produces a variety of technical information and reports. Provides technical support/analysis to various assessments and studies. Collaborates in the development of improved tools and systems. Participates in multidisciplinary teams and/or leads working groups. Collaborates in capacity development activities within Members. Promotes knowledge sharing and best practices at international meetings. Supports resource mobilization activities. Specific Functions Supports cross-sectoral policy dialogue and coordination. Provides policy advice and technical guidance to countries. Supports enhancing forestry contributions to food security and nutrition. Contributes to the development of knowledge products. Supports the development of partnerships and coalitions. Provides technical expertise to resource mobilization efforts. Supervises consultants and manages administrative processes. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Requirements • Advanced university degree in forestry, agricultural or natural resource management or related fields. • Five years of relevant experience in working at the interface of forestry with other agricultural sectors. • Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another official FAO language. Technical/Functional Skills • Work experience in more than one location or area of work. • Relevant working experience in developing countries. • Extent and relevance of experience in the forestry nexus with crop, livestock and fisheries sectors. • Extent of experience in organizing international policy dialogue and technical knowledge exchange. • Ability to develop project proposals and manage implementation. HOW TO APPLY • To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation. #J-18808-Ljbffr