Programme Officer (Biodiversity Mainstreaming)

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Programme Officer (Biodiversity Mainstreaming) – FAO

Job Description

The Programme Officer will assist in the delivery of FAO’s work on biodiversity mainstreaming at global, regional and national levels and will ensure the overall coordination of the "Agri‑NBSAPs Support Initiative" and "Mainstreaming biodiversity into agrifood systems to implement NBSAPs" projects.

Organizational Setting

The Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment (OCB) coordinates the implementation of the FAO Strategy on Mainstreaming Biodiversity across Agricultural Sectors and its 2024‑27 Action Plan, supports FAO’s participation in CBD processes and leads the "Agri‑NBSAPs Support Initiative".

Reporting Lines

The Programme Officer reports to the Senior Natural Resources Officer, OCBD.

Technical Focus

- Support planning, development and implementation of projects on biodiversity mainstreaming across agricultural sectors, and effective quality control and timely management of project activities.
- Support comprehensive technical, analytical and/or policy analysis and development of specialized tools, methodologies, systems and/or databases.
- Support strategic policy and analytical support to biodiversity‑related matters.

Key Functions

- Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects; monitor and analyse programme/project development and implementation; ensure prioritisation, coordination with stakeholders and timely follow‑up.
- Review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues; propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; track follow‑up actions.
- Assist in policy development, review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation studies.
- Prepare written outputs including background papers, analyses, report sections, publications.
- Undertake outreach activities; conduct training workshops, seminars; present on assigned topics.
- Coordinate budget and funding activities; prepare programmes, progress reports, financial statements.
- Perform any other duties as required.

Specific Functions

- Liaise with relevant FAO Divisions/Offices/Centres to facilitate project implementation.
- Monitor and analyse policy, legal and technical developments of other international fora in biodiversity, climate change, agriculture and environment.
- Participate in various governmental and private/Civil society biodiversity forums.




- Coordinate and supervise technical and operational implementation of the "Agri‑NBSAPs Support Initiative" and "Mainstreaming biodiversity into agrifood systems to implement NBSAPs".
- Monitor and report on progress and achievement of results; develop programmatic and financial documentation; supervise and monitor budget.
- Support selection of service providers and implementing partners; draft agreements and support workshops.
- Provide guidance, technical back‑stopping and methodological support to national project officers and consultants.
- Coordinate and implement global activities and deliverables.
- Contribute to raising awareness and visibility of the biodiversity projects.
- Contribute to the development of knowledge sharing tools, technical briefs, case studies, best practices.
- Provide technical inputs to set up and maintain web pages.
- Develop project proposals and contribute to resource mobilisation.
- Provide advice to OCB management and support events and meetings.

EEO and Diversity Commitment

- 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 persons 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 has a zero‑tolerance policy for conduct incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate.
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
- FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director‑General, who may assign them to any activity or office of the Organization.

Qualifications

- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in natural resources management or related biological sciences, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, or a related field.




- Five years of relevant experience in project or programme management of international cooperation projects related to biodiversity and/or natural resources.
- Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency – level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
- Results focus; teamwork; communication; building effective relationships; knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work, especially in field positions.
- Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project formulation, preferably in biodiversity; analysis, planning and implementation.
- Knowledge of results‑based management methodologies and tools.
- Previous experience in the United Nations and/or knowledge of FAO policies and systems is considered a strong asset.
- Extent of knowledge of planning and budgetary processes and associated tools.
- Extent of knowledge and understanding of technical and policy matters related to biodiversity mainstreaming into agriculture sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with resource partners and mobilise financial resources.
- Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of French and/or Spanish is considered a strong asset.

Conditions of Service and Benefits

- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including dependent allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel, 30 working days of annual leave per year, pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund, international health insurance, optional life insurance, disability protection.
- FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity, including family‑friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and standards of conduct.

General Information

- FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Extension of fixed‑term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.

Additional Statements

FAO Values: Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

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