PRIVATE SECTOR PARTNERSHIPS SPECIALIST

Job Description - Private Sector Partnerships Specialist (2403459) CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2403459 Private Sector Partnerships Specialist Job Posting 12/Nov/2024 Closure Date 26/Nov/2024, 2:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: PSU - Partnerships and UN Collaboration Division Job Type Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition: Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device. 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’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. 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 2022-31 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 Partnerships and UN Collaboration Division (PSU) is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the identification, strengthening and stewardship of strategic partnerships with UN agencies and non-state actors (NSAs) including parliamentarians, civil society, academia and research institutions, family farmers’ and Indigenous Peoples’ organizations and the private sector. The Private Sector Unit (PSUS) facilitates and coordinates partnerships with a broad spectrum of private sector entities. The key functions of the Unit are to: • Strengthen and coordinate partnerships with the private sector, in line with the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31 and the FAO Strategy for Private Sector Engagement (2021-2025) • Provide policy support, engagement, outreach and capacity development to foster innovative partnerships with the private sector in FAO • Monitor the overall alignment of the private sector function across FAO and report to all concerned internal and external stakeholders. Reporting Lines The Incumbent will work under general guidance with the Chief of Private Sector (PSUS). Technical Focus To provide support in developing and managing FAO engagements and partnerships with the private sector, as well as for building knowledge and cultivating relations on new opportunities with financial institutions, innovative finance and high-level policy support accomplishing FAO’s mandate in the framework of the Strategy for Private Sector Engagement (2021-2025). Tasks and Responsibilities PSU Partnerships Specialist, A Level • Coordinate the identification, promotion and development of strategic private sector partnerships. • Provide guidance and support to staff at Headquarters (HQ) and in Decentralized Offices (DOs) on the requirements related to partnership development. • Coordinate, review and monitor FAO’s existing partnerships with the private sector, following up and maintaining effective, productive, and harmonious relationships with partnership focal points in technical divisions/offices and with external partners. • Facilitate the establishment of effective partnerships with the private sector. • Develop and implement mechanisms for strengthening FAO staff capacities in developing effective partnerships. • Develop and implement mechanisms for increasing FAO visibility and knowledge to potential new partners. • Oversee the exercise of monitoring and review of ongoing partnership activities and outcomes for reporting through various channels. • Document best practices and innovations with partners, to share knowledge between HQ technical units and DOs. • Undertake analysis of partnership-related initiatives to mainstream them in national and international policy dialogues. PSU Partnerships Specialist, B Level • Contribute to the identification, promotion and development of strategic private sector partnerships. • Provide guidance and support to staff at Headquarters (HQ) and in Decentralized Offices (DOs) on the requirements related to partnership development. • Contribute to the review and monitoring of existing partnerships with the private sector, following up and maintaining effective, productive, and harmonious relationships with partnership focal points in technical divisions/offices and with external partners. • Facilitate the establishment of effective partnerships with the private sector. • Support implementation mechanisms for strengthening FAO staff capacities in developing effective partnerships. • Support implementation mechanisms for increasing FAO visibility and knowledge to potential new partners. • Contribute to ensuring participation of non-state actors in FAO/UN events. • Support the monitoring and review of ongoing partnership activities and outcomes for reporting through various channels. • Undertake analysis of partnership-related initiatives to mainstream them in national and international policy dialogues. PSU Partnerships Specialist, C Level • Assist in the identification, promotion and development of private sector partnerships. • Assist in the review and monitoring of existing partnerships with the private sector, following up and maintaining effective, productive, and harmonious relationships with partnership focal points in technical divisions/offices and with external partners. • Support implementation mechanisms for strengthening FAO staff capacities in developing effective partnerships. • Contribute to ensuring participation of the private sector in FAO/UN events. • Support implementation mechanisms for increasing FAO visibility and knowledge to potential new partners. • Support the monitoring and review of ongoing partnership activities and outcomes for reporting through various channels. • Assist in the analysis of partnership-related initiatives to mainstream them in national and international policy dialogues. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING • University degree in international relations, political and social sciences, economics, agricultural sciences or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization. • One (C level) or Five (B level) or Ten (A level) years of relevant professional experience in developing partnerships, policies and/or programmes. • Working knowledge of English (proficient – level C) is required. FAO Core Competencies Technical/Functional Skills • Extent and relevance of experience in establishing partnerships, networks, and/or multi-stakeholder platforms, and identifying synergies and opportunities. • Extent and relevance of experience in effectively supporting HQ and decentralized offices to develop partnerships. • Ability to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships. • Familiarity with FAO processes, initiatives and policies. • Excellent analytical and conceptual skills, as well as gender sensitive and cross-cultural competency. • Excellent writing skills. • Data management skills are desirable. Selection Criteria • Work experience with other UN entities or relevant stakeholders, particularly at the country level, is considered an asset. • Limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of French and/or Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian is an asset. 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 any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing). Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list. 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://.../. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. 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