Young Professional Officer (Transboundary Plant Pests Management)

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pJob Description - Young Professional Officer (Transboundary Plant Pests Management) ) /p pJob Description /p pYoung Professional Officer (Transboundary Plant Pests Management) /p h3Job Posting /h3 p08/Oct/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p29/Oct/2026, 10:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : NSP /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p pType of Requisition : Professional /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p pDuration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension /p pPost Number : /p pCCOG Code : 1H01 /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based ondate and time settings ofyour personal device The 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. /p pThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, which for better production , better nutrition , a better environment, and a better life , leaving no one behind. /p h3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Plant Production and Protection Division (NSP) contributes to FAO's work by supporting countries to transition to sustainable crop production systems, which produce more with less, through optimization and minimization. This requires the integration and harmonization of all appropriate crop production policies and practices to both optimize productivity and minimize the systems' environmental footprints and thereby eradicate hunger and malnutrition while preserving natural resources /p pThe position is located in the Plant Health cluster of the Plant Production and Protection Division (NSP), at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. It is, one of the five clusters that make up NSP.



The Plant Health cluster provides advice, technical support and guidance to countries on the sustainable management and control of transboundary plant pests and diseases and locusts. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Young professional Officer (Transboundary Plant Pests Management) reports to the S enior A gricultural O fficer, l eader of the Plant Health cluster. /p h3Technical Focus /h3 pManagement of transboundary plant pests and diseases through a combination of surveillance, early detection, forecasting, early warning, contingency planning, rapid response and promotion of environmentally sound management and control techniques. /p h3Key Results /h3 pResearch, technical analysis and project related services to support the delivery of assigned projects, products and services. /p h3Key Functions /h3 ul liAnalyses relevant technical social, economic, environmental, and technology information, data and/or statistics for input in various documents. /li liMaintains records and updates databases and web pages. /li liProvides technical support to various projects. /li liCollaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars etc. /li liParticipates in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners. /li /ul h3Specific Functions /h3 ul liSupports the preparation and the implementation of the plant pest's preventive, management and contingency plans. /li liContributes to the capacity development programmes of the national staff involved in plant pests' surveillance and plant health emergency management. /li liSupports or enhances the plant pests early warning, monitoring, forecasting and reporting systems. /li liContributes to the discussion and development of plant pest national and regional management strategies. /li liAssists in the preparation/review of the technical specifications of the material and equipment for the survey and control operations of various plant pests. /li liAssists in the monitoring and assessment of the impact of plant pests control treatments on the human health and environment. /li liProvides needed other relevant support. /li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in agriculture/agronomy, entomology, plant pathology, plant protection or any related field.



/li liOne year of relevant experience in one or more of the above-listed plant pest's management areas. /li liWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). /li liResults Focus /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 liExtent and relevance of experience in collecting and analysing technical information and data. /li liExtent and relevance of knowledge and experience in related fields such as plant health and pest management. /li liExtent and relevance of experience in the preparation, editing and revision of technical/scientific documents and in organizing meetings and workshops. /li liWorking knowledge (proficiency – level C) of another FAO language would be an asset. /li /ul pNB Please note thatcandidates should be 32 years of age or younger as of 31 December of the year of application. /p h3The Young Professionals Programme (YPP) is a recruitment initiative targeted for talented, qualified professionals who are mainly nationals of non- and under- represented countries. Priority consideration will be given to candidates from Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) and developing countries in general, to start a career as an international civil servant with FAO. /h3 pFAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. /p h3GENERAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds /li liFAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. /li liAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. /li /ul h3CONDITIONS OF SERVICE /h3 pA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: /p ul liDependency allowances /li liRental subsidy /li liEducation grant for children /li liHome leave travel /li li30 working days of annual leave per year /li liPension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund /li liInternational health insurance; optional life insurance /li liDisability protection /li /ul pFAO encourages a positive workplaceculture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce.FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes: /p ul lielements of family-friendly policies /li liflexible working arrangements /li listandards of conduct /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr

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