Policy Officer

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Position Title: Policy Officer
Location: Rome
Country: Italy
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Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Established in 1945, FAO has over 194 member countries and works in more than 130 countries worldwide. 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's mission is to help eliminate hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition, promote sustainable agriculture, and support rural development. The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty (GAAHP) is one of FAO's initiatives aimed at eradicating poverty and hunger globally, providing a platform for collaboration among member countries and organizations.

Job Overview:
The Policy Officer position is situated within the Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division (ESP) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. The role involves providing analytical and operational support for results-based policy assistance and governance work related to the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty (GAAHP). The officer will be responsible for collecting and analyzing relevant data, statistics, and information to support various programs and projects aimed at reducing hunger and poverty. This position requires collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including governments and inter-governmental bodies, to formulate and implement effective policies and programs. The officer will also contribute to the development of training tools and materials, organize workshops and seminars, and participate in multi-disciplinary project teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Policy Officer will have a comprehensive set of duties and responsibilities, including:

• Collecting and analyzing technical, social, economic, environmental, and institutional data to support program delivery.
• Providing technical input for plans and reports, and editing/revising technical documents.
• Participating in the development of improved work methods, tools, and systems.
• Updating databases and web pages relevant to the Global Alliance.
• Collaborating in the development of training materials and organizing workshops/seminars.
• Assisting in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations, and conferences.
• Contributing to the curation and maintenance of the reference basket of policy instruments and programs.
• Conducting policy analysis and disseminating information on effective policy instruments.
• Supporting the production of knowledge products and information sharing materials for global summits. 1
• Tracking results from global, regional, and country-level partnerships. 1
• Participating in inter-agency collaboration on the Global Alliance. 1
• Undertaking other assignments related to the implementation of the Global Alliance's Terms of Reference.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in political sciences, social sciences, economics, sociology, food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture, or a related field. Additionally, candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience in policy analysis and assistance work, particularly in areas related to social protection, poverty eradication, and food and nutrition security. A strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation of policies and programs is also essential. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in English and have intermediate knowledge of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in fields such as political sciences, social sciences, economics, sociology, food security, nutrition, or sustainable agriculture. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of policy analysis and the socio-economic factors influencing food security and poverty reduction.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of relevant experience in policy analysis and policy assistance work. This experience should relate to social protection, poverty eradication, food and nutrition security, and the development and evaluation of policies and programs. Candidates with experience in field positions and working with inter-governmental bodies will be preferred, as this role involves collaboration with various stakeholders.

Languages:
Candidates must have a working knowledge of English (proficiency - level C) and intermediate knowledge of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) at an intermediate proficiency level (level B). This language proficiency is essential for effective communication and collaboration within the international context of FAO's work.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Rome, Italy, and is part of a full-time commitment to the FAO's mission. The role may involve collaboration with international partners and stakeholders, and candidates should be prepared for potential travel related to project implementation and meetings. The position is classified at a seniority level that reflects the responsibilities and expectations of contributing to high-level policy discussions and initiatives aimed at eradicating hunger and poverty globally.