Programme Support Specialist

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ppJob Description - Programme Support Specialist ) /p pJob Description /p pbCALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT /b: /p h3Job Posting /h3 p28/Jul/**** /p h3Closure Date /h3 p12/Aug/****, 9:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : CSI - Digital FAO and Agro-Informatics Division /p h3Job Type /h3 pNon-staff opportunities /p pType of Requisition : Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p pDuration : Up to 11 months /p pPost Number : N/A /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /p ul liFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
/li liQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply; /li liEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /li liFAO, 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 /li liAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /li liAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /li /ul pFAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
/p h3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Information Technology Division (CSI) is responsible for all IT activities within the Organization.
CSI performs on behalf of the Organization the following critical roles: defining FAO IT policies and providing strategic advice on IT architecture and standards, governance, policy and operational matters while monitoring organizational compliance; defining the mechanisms for managing FAO's information and data; protecting FAO's information assets and ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability; ensuring provision of IT services that are core for the Organization's global operations and supporting the information and business processes; coordinating organization-wide IT activities in order to reduce duplication and fragmentation and to increase integration of information data, systems and platforms,



mobilizing IT resources from across the Organization.
/p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pUnder the direct supervision of the Information Technology Officer (IT Strategic Sourcing, Planning Control group), the incumbent will act as Programme Support Specialist.
/p h3Technical Focus /h3 pThe incumbent will provide programme support and, where needed, coordination to the operations of the IT Strategic Sourcing, Planning Control group of the IT Division.
/p h3Tasks and responsibilities /h3 ul liProvide timely and efficient operations, budget and administration support to the implementation of programme and projects activities, coordinating the activities in this area /li liDevelop financial statements functional to management meetings allowing strategic decisions, suggesting possible improvements where needed /li liCoordinate the Annual internal financial planning exercise, in close collaboration with the related ITSSPC Officer /li liAssist related ITSSPC officer in the preparation of periodic and ad hoc financial reports /li liCoordinate the development and update of reports covering all IT Planning and Control group areas and important reviews of the internal financial system, both using also Powerbi tool /li liImplement effective internal control mechanisms to ensure adequate performance of a client-oriented financial management system /li liSupport in handling procurement activities and processes in line with divisional and organizational needs /li liMonitor projects plans, delivery and resource schedules /li liCoordinate internal financial activities, accounting adjustments and back-charges as necessary, review payment requests and invoices from suppliers /li liProvide reports on the administrative activities performed /li liActively contribute to service definitions and internal process and procedures improvements /li liLiaise with relevant collaborating departments on matters related to contracts, payments and financial activities /li liContribute to other programme support,



financial related and sourcing processes /li liPerform any other duties as required.
/li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 ul liFor Consultants: Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Management, Law, Social science, International relations or closely related discipline; Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
/li liFor PSAs: University degree or relevant professional experience in Management, Law, Social science, International relations or closely related discipline.
/li liAt least 3 years of relevant experience in programme support, administrative and/or ICT Contracts area /li liWorking knowledge (level C) of English, French or Spanish /li /ul h3FAO Core Competencies /h3 h3Technical/Functional Skills /h3 ul liExperience and knowledge in programme support, administration and financial support area /li liExperience and knowledge in ICT area is an asset /li liExperience in an international/ multicultural organization is desirable /li liKnowledge of FAO Administrative and Financial Rules is desirable /li liKnowledge of FAO associated tools (e.g. GRMS, iMIS) is desirable /li liKnowledge of Ms Excel and Powerbi is a strong asset /li liRelevant experience in similar support related position /li liKnowledge of one of the other FAO official languages is an asset /li /ul pPlease note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency /p h3ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liFAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing) /li liPlease note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list /li liPlease 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 /li liAppointment 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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