Knowledge Management Officer (Forest Monitoring)

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ph3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Forestry Division (NFO) leads FAO's work in promoting sustainable forest management and providing leadership on the environmental, social and economic dimensions of forestry, including contributions of forests and trees to poverty reduction and food security and nutrition. Staff of the Division liaise with Members, civil society and the private sector in aspects ranging from development of effective forest policies to forest conservation and management issues and strengthening the role of forests in climate change mitigation and adaptation. The Division also collects, analyses and disseminates information on the world's forest resources and on the production, trade and consumption of wood and non-wood forest products. /p h3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms (NFOMD) Team of the Forestry Division supports Members on all aspects of forest monitoring to provide reliable information for forest and land use related policy development, planning, sustainable management and for satisfying international reporting requirements under the UNFCCC, the Paris Agreement, and the CBD's Global Biodiversity Framework. The Team also supports countries on technical issues related to National Forest Monitoring Systems (NFMS), the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Restoration Monitoring, the development of Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) with environmental integrity and eligibility and monitoring requirements for forest finance initiatives such as the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF). The team also develops and maintains Open Foris and SEPAL platforms (Digital Public Goods for forest and land use monitoring). It works closely with the Global Forest Resources Assessment (FRA) team. The work of the team supports implementation of Programme Priority Areas for a better environment under the FAO Strategic Framework. /p pThe position is located in the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team ( NFOMD) of the Forestry Division (NFO) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Knowledge Management Officer (Forest Monitoring) reports to the Senior Forestry Officer/Team Leader of the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team, under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director of NFO and works in close coordination with the NFO communications focal point. The incumbent works closely with FAO Division/Offices/Centers, through the NFO communications focal point and using OCC established coordination mechanisms. /p h3Technical Focus /h3 pKnowledge management, programmatic, advocacy and outreach activities related to Forest Monitoring. /p h3Key Results /h3 pCollection, analysis and dissemination of knowledge and information to support programmes, projects, products and services. /p h3Key Functions /h3 ul liCollects and analyses relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional and technology related information, to support the delivery of programme projects, products and services. /li liUndertakes analysis,



provides technical input to plans and reports and edits/revises technical/scientific documents. /li liParticipates in the development of improved work methods, tools and systems. /li liUpdates databases and web pages, in close consultation and collaboration with the Office of Communications (OCC). /li liParticipates in multidisciplinary project/work teams. /li liCollaborates on the development of training tools and materials and contributes to the organization of workshops/seminars, etc. /li liSupports the organization, delivery and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, including the development/production of required materials adhering to the Publications Workflow System (PWS) process, corporate guidance and quality standards and the provision of information and assistance to partners. /li liDrafts, edits and makes available on the internet promotional videos and webcasts and assists with documenting international events, including by providing photos coverage and using other social media tools, in close coordination with OCC and adhering to corporate guidance. /li liDrafts project publications, posters, brochures and other printed material to enhance the visibility and outreach of key departmental products, adhering to the PWS process, corporate guidance on publishing and quality standards. /li liPerforms other duties as required. /li /ul h3Specific Functions /h3 ul liDesigns and implements knowledge management and outreach strategies and activities for the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team, and provides advice to strengthen these activities, in close consultation with the NFO Communications Focal Point and OCC. /li liCoordinates preparation of knowledge products and events, and supervises consultants as needed. /li liSupports preparation of workshops and meetings. /li liLiaises with internal and external stakeholders to ensure coordination of outreach and promotion efforts. /li liImplements and updates regularly knowledge management and outreach work plans, and reports on implementation and results. /li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 h3Minimum Requirements /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in public relations, communication, social science, journalism, political science or a related field. /li liThree years of relevant experience in communication, graphic design for the preparation of technical publications, posters, user interfaces and other visual materials and the production of high-resolution videos for international events. /li liWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).



/li /ul h3Competencies /h3 ul liResults Focus /li liTeam Work /liliCommunication /li liBuilding effective relationships /li liKnowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement /li /ul h3Technical/Functional Skills /h3 ul liWork experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable. /li liRelevance and extent of experience in outreach and knowledge management aspects of forest monitoring, is essential. /li liRelevance and extent of experience in working with multi-partners projects and multi-disciplinary teams. /li liExtent and relevance of experience in developing high-quality communication and outreach materials for a wide variety of audiences, particularly at the international level. /li liWork experience in organizing high-level events, technical workshops, seminars and press conferences. /li liExcellent communication skills in English, both orally and in writing. /li liKnowledge of graphic design and video editing tools will be considered an asset. /li /ul h3Job Posting /h3 p31/Jul/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p21/Aug/2026, 3:59:00 PM /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p h3Type of Requisition /h3 pProfessional Project /p h3Grade Level /h3 pP-2 /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p h3Duration /h3 pFixed-term: one year with possibility of extension /p h3Post Number /h3 h3CCOG Code /h3 p1C04 /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /p pThe length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. /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 persons 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 liFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. /li /ul pFAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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