Governing Bodies Servicing Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) was established in 1945 and is headquartered in Rome, Italy. The organization aims to achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. FAO operates in over 130 countries and has a mission to support the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems. The organization emphasizes environmental sustainability as a core component of its strategic objectives and operations, contributing to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Job Overview:
The Governing Bodies Servicing Consultant position is integral to the FAO's Governing Bodies Servicing Division (CSG), which provides essential support to the Conference and the Council, as well as other governing and statutory bodies of the organization. The consultant will play a crucial role in facilitating governance matters, liaising with member states, and ensuring the effective delivery of integrated corporate services. This position requires a strong focus on communication and coordination, as the consultant will be responsible for managing inquiries from members, preparing governance-related documents, and supporting the organization of meetings. The consultant will also contribute to the development of training materials and assist in the presentation of information to management and staff, ensuring that all governance-related activities align with FAO's objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: coordinating procedures for Governing Body and Statutory Body meetings; acting as a liaison with members to address inquiries and provide guidance on governance procedures; supporting the implementation of corporate services via platforms such as the Members Gateway and the RBA Calendar; assisting in the collection and analysis of governance-related documents; preparing and disseminating formal correspondence between FAO and its members; contributing to the development of informational and training materials; collecting and analyzing information for reports and presentations; reviewing and analyzing reports and procedures; supporting the efficient functioning of Governing Body meetings; and providing support to the Independent Chairperson of the Council.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements: for consultants, an advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Social Sciences, Political Sciences, law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">International Law, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first-level degree combined with two years of relevant experience may be considered. For PSA subscribers, secondary school education is required. Additionally, candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience in fields such as Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Law, Economics, or Agriculture. A working knowledge of one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish, or Russian) is mandatory, while knowledge of a second FAO language is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in relevant fields such as Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Law, or a related discipline. Candidates with a first-level degree and two years of relevant experience may also be considered. For PSA subscribers, a secondary school education is necessary.

Experience:
Candidates should possess at least one year of relevant experience in areas such as Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Law, Economics, or Agriculture. Experience in conference management activities within an intergovernmental environment is desirable, as is work experience in multiple locations or areas of work, particularly in field positions.

Languages:
A working knowledge of one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish, or Russian) is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of a second FAO language is considered an asset and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
This position is part of the Governing Bodies Servicing Consultants’ Roster, which is utilized to fill similar positions at the same or lower grade and in the same or another duty station for a period of three years. Candidates endorsed in the selection process will be considered for future opportunities. The position may involve full-time work and is focused on supporting the FAO's governance functions.