Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring)

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pJob Description - Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring) ) /ppJob Description /p h3Job Posting /h3p14/Oct/**** /ph3Closure Date /h3p04/Nov/****, 10:59:00 PM /ppOrganizational Unit: NFO /ph3Job Type /h3pStaff position /ppType of Requisition: Professional Project /ph3Primary Location /h3pItaly-Rome /ppDuration: Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension /ppPost Number: /ppCCOG Code: 1A02 /ppIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /ppThe length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments /ph3Diversity and Inclusion /h3ulliFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture /liliQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply /liliEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /liliFAO, 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 /liliAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /liliAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /liliFAO 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 /ulpFAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
/ppThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the **** 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.
/ph3Organizational Setting /h3pThe 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.
/ppThe Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms (FMDP) 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.
/ppThe position is located in the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team of the Forestry Division (NFO) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
/ph3Reporting Lines /h3pThe Programme 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, NFO.
/ph3Technical Focus /h3pThe Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring) provides support to projects and programmes implemented by the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team.
/ph3Key Results /h3pDevelop, implement, monitor and evaluate assigned programmes/projects.
/ph3Key Functions /h3ulliCarries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities; collects, analyses and presents statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
/liliProvides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging development issues and trends, participation in impact evaluation or equivalent studies.
/liliParticipates in survey initiatives; supports data collection, reviews, analyses and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions.
/liliContributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
/liliUndertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
/liliParticipates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.
/liliMonitors activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and preparation of related documents/reports (work programme, programme budget.), as necessary.
/li /ulh3Specific Functions /h3ulliSupports monitoring and evaluation of forest monitoring project implementation including the design of indicators and means of verification,



the collection of data to track and report progress, and support to internal and external project evaluations.
/liliDevelops team wide guidance on measuring and reporting the implementation of forest monitoring technical assistance with standardized pre-and post-training assessments and surveys.
/liliSupports project and programme compliance with FAO internal procedures.
/liliSupports project and programme donor reporting, including the organization and implementation of Steering Committee meetings, and the compilation of progress reports and presentations.
/liliSupports delivery of forest monitoring projects and programmes, through structured work planning and monitoring progress.
/liliSupports the design and delivery of Letters of Agreement.
/liliSupports resource mobilization efforts through programme/project formulation.
/li /ulh3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3ulliAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration or public administration, social science, political science or a related field.
/liliThree years of relevant experience in project or programme management, administration or related area.
/liliWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
/liliKnowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement /li /ulh3Technical/Functional Skills /h3ulliWork experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
/liliExtent and relevance of experience in programme/project work planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
/liliExtent and relevance of experience in the field of administration, human resources and finance.
/liliExtent of knowledge of forest monitoring, and delivery of forest monitoring projects and programmes.
/liliUnderstanding of FAO policies and programmes is considered a strong asset.
/li /ulpPlease note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
/ph3GENERAL INFORMATION /h3ulliFAO reserves the right not to make an appointment /liliExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds /liliAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
/li /ulh3CONDITIONS OF SERVICE /h3pA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: /pulliDependency allowances /liliRental subsidy /liliEducation grant for children /liliHome leave travel /lili30 working days of annual leave per year /liliPension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund /liliInternational health insurance; optional life insurance /liliDisability protection /li /ulpFAO encourages a positive workplace culture 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: /pullielements of family-friendly policies /liliflexible working arrangements /lilistandards of conduct /li /ul #J-*****-Ljbffr

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