Animal Health Officer
pJob Description - Animal Health Officer (One Health) ) /p pJob Description /p pAnimal Health Officer (One Health) /p h3Job Posting /h3 p05/Nov/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p26/Nov/2026, 10:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : NSA /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p pType of Requisition : Professional Project /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p pDuration : Fixed-term: one year 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 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. /p pThe 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 pFAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /p pThe Animal Production and Health Division (NSA) promotes and facilitates the sustainable development of the livestock sector, integrating scientific and technical expertise and policy advice. It hosts technical networks in areas of animal health, genetics, feed and animal husbandry and provides analysis, policy dialogue (including intergovernmental bodies) and technical assistance. It also supports emergency responses, mostly in animal health. The One Health and Disease Control Branch (NSAH-CJW) under the Animal Production and Health Division (NSA) leads and coordinates the prevention and control of endemic and emerging transboundary animal diseases and health threats that emerge at the animal-human-environment interface including zoonoses and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). /p pFAO supports Members to build and implement effective collaborative One Health strategies and capacities, simultaneously addressing the health of people, animals, plants and the environment. One Health in agrifood systems transformation is a key Priority Programme Area, and part of FAO's Strategic Framework ). The FAO Animal Health and Production Division, One Health and AMR Cluster, coordinates and implements work across different FAO divisions to mainstream One Health and AMR in FAO activities, integrating scientific and technical expertise and policy advice. Externally, this cluster streamlines FAO collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) as the Quadripartite to address health threats at the human-animal-plant-environment interface and to promote health and sustainable development. /p pThe position is located in the One Health and Disease Control Group, One Health Coordination Unit (NSAH-CJW) of the Animal Health and Production Division (NSA) , at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Animal Health Officer (One Health) reports to the Chief, One Health and Disease Control Branch (NSAH/CJW), Animal Production and Health Division (NSA). /p h3Technical Focus /h3 pOne Health planning, management and coordination, capacity development support and advocacy.
/p h3Key Results /h3 pComprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of divisional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with divisional objectives , One Health domain and the FAO Strategic Framework. /p h3Key Functions /h3 ul liPlans and leads components of multi-disciplinary teams, leads and/or participates in Organization-wide, cross-divisional committees, project teams and working groups and/or provides specialized expertise on technical networks and/or international technical policy and standard setting bodies. /li liDevelops technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting frameworks, and related methodologies, tools, systems and databases, etc. to support the planning, implementation/delivery and monitoring of programmes of work, projects, products and/or services. /li liDesigns and conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and/or reporting activities to support the development of technical standards, international instruments, innovative approaches and strategies, new tools, technologies, technical reports/publications, and/or policy proposals as well as the provision of technical/policy/specialist/advice and expertise. /li liResponds to country requests for technical and policy assistance, provides technical advice, assistance and solutions to Decentralized Offices and provides technical backstopping to field projects. /li liCollaborates in, provides technical backstopping to and ensures the quality/effectiveness of capacity development and knowledge sharing activities within Member Nations such as policy support, organizational development and individual learning events including preparation of related information, learning materials and on-line tools. /li liPromotes international cooperation/advocates best practices, increased policy dialogue and provides technical expertise at international/intergovernmental meetings. /li liParticipates in resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework. /li /ul h3Specific Functions /h3 ul liProvides technical coordination support to the FAO One Health Technical Working Group Secretariat, contributing to cross-divisional collaboration and supporting engagement with Regional and Country Offices to advance One Health implementation in agrifood systems at global, regional and country levels. /li liServes as a technical focal point supporting FAO engagement with the Quadripartite Secretariat, contributing to FAO's technical inputs and coordination within the Quadripartite collaboration (FAO, UNEP, WHO, WOAH) and supporting coherent FAO contributions to joint One Health priorities, frameworks and governance processes. /li liContributes to the development, refinement and application of One Health tools and methodologies, including mapping, harmonization, piloting and periodic updates, in alignment with FAO's One Health in Agrifood Systems Framework and other relevant frameworks, such as the Quadripartite One Health Joint Plan of Action. /li liSupports collaboration, advocacy and knowledge generation and sharing initiatives, including the One Health High-Level Expert Panel, One Health Knowledge Nexus and Virtual Learning Center, by contributing technical inputs and facilitating coordination with partners. /li liProvides technical support for capacity development for national One Health implementation, including the four 'Cs' (coordination, collaboration, communication and capacities), with a focus on strengthening governance mechanisms and supporting the development and implementation of National One Health Action Plans. /li liSupports and contributes to the day-to-day coordination of One Health activities within the branch, across divisions and with partners, under the guidance of senior management. /li liProvides technical inputs and supports on the prevention and control of transboundary animal diseases, zoonoses of One Health relevance, and selected production diseases,
within the context of the One Health in Agrifood Systems Framework and the Quadripartite One Health Joint Plan of Action. /li liSupports the technical preparation and organization of high-level events, including major FAO corporate events, Quadripartite Executive Annual Meetings and global One Health fora, and contributes to substantive discussions, background materials and follow-up actions as required. /li liDrafts and contributes to high-quality technical, policy and advocacy materials, including concept notes, technical briefs, analyses, agreements, action documents and presentations, ensuring clarity, scientific soundness and alignment with FAO One Health priorities. /li liContributes to resource mobilization activities, including the development of project proposals, support to donor engagement processes, and identification of opportunities to strengthen FAO's One Health work in agrifood systems. /li liFormulates and implements projects, specifically in the areas of One Health in Agrifood system implementation. /li liProvides global technical coordination of projects and supports to regional and country offices for the delivery of One Health activities as needed. /li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent or above ) in biology, life science and veterinary medicine. /li liSeven years of relevant experience in advancing One Health in Agrifood system, promoting multisectoral collaboration and working closely with international organizations , and national institutes. /li liWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another official FAO language ( Chinese, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian). /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 liExtend and relevance of experience in multisectoral collaboration for One Health, including the Quadripartite collaboration. /li liAbility to lead or coordinate cross organizational working groups on One Health activities. /li liDemonstrated knowledge and experience on FAO's One Health in Agrifood System framework and other relevant One Health Frameworks. /li liExperience in coordinating and leading programmes/initiatives across other UN agencies. /li liExtensive experience in supporting senior management on One Health relevant activities . /li liDemonstrated experience in knowledge, development and/or implementation of One Health relevant tools for disease prevention and control. /li liExtent and relevance of experience in prevention and control of animal diseases under the One Health approach. /li liExtent and relevance of experience in project formulation and implementation. /li liExtensive (and relevance of) experience in the preparation, editing and revision of technical/scientific documents for Governing Body meetings as well as in organizing meetings and workshops at headquarters, regional- and country-level. /li liUnderstanding of FAO policies and programmes, including FAO governing bodies and intergovernmental processes. /li liAbility to edit and write clearly and concisely technical content for publications by Digital and AI tools. /li /ul h3GENERAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liFAO reserves the right not to make an appointment /li liExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds /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 pA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, /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 insurancedisability protection /li /ul pFAO 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: /p ul lielements of family-friendly policies /li liflexible working arrangements /li listandards of conduct /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr
/p h3Key Results /h3 pComprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of divisional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with divisional objectives , One Health domain and the FAO Strategic Framework. /p h3Key Functions /h3 ul liPlans and leads components of multi-disciplinary teams, leads and/or participates in Organization-wide, cross-divisional committees, project teams and working groups and/or provides specialized expertise on technical networks and/or international technical policy and standard setting bodies. /li liDevelops technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting frameworks, and related methodologies, tools, systems and databases, etc. to support the planning, implementation/delivery and monitoring of programmes of work, projects, products and/or services. /li liDesigns and conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and/or reporting activities to support the development of technical standards, international instruments, innovative approaches and strategies, new tools, technologies, technical reports/publications, and/or policy proposals as well as the provision of technical/policy/specialist/advice and expertise. /li liResponds to country requests for technical and policy assistance, provides technical advice, assistance and solutions to Decentralized Offices and provides technical backstopping to field projects. /li liCollaborates in, provides technical backstopping to and ensures the quality/effectiveness of capacity development and knowledge sharing activities within Member Nations such as policy support, organizational development and individual learning events including preparation of related information, learning materials and on-line tools. /li liPromotes international cooperation/advocates best practices, increased policy dialogue and provides technical expertise at international/intergovernmental meetings. /li liParticipates in resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework. /li /ul h3Specific Functions /h3 ul liProvides technical coordination support to the FAO One Health Technical Working Group Secretariat, contributing to cross-divisional collaboration and supporting engagement with Regional and Country Offices to advance One Health implementation in agrifood systems at global, regional and country levels. /li liServes as a technical focal point supporting FAO engagement with the Quadripartite Secretariat, contributing to FAO's technical inputs and coordination within the Quadripartite collaboration (FAO, UNEP, WHO, WOAH) and supporting coherent FAO contributions to joint One Health priorities, frameworks and governance processes. /li liContributes to the development, refinement and application of One Health tools and methodologies, including mapping, harmonization, piloting and periodic updates, in alignment with FAO's One Health in Agrifood Systems Framework and other relevant frameworks, such as the Quadripartite One Health Joint Plan of Action. /li liSupports collaboration, advocacy and knowledge generation and sharing initiatives, including the One Health High-Level Expert Panel, One Health Knowledge Nexus and Virtual Learning Center, by contributing technical inputs and facilitating coordination with partners. /li liProvides technical support for capacity development for national One Health implementation, including the four 'Cs' (coordination, collaboration, communication and capacities), with a focus on strengthening governance mechanisms and supporting the development and implementation of National One Health Action Plans. /li liSupports and contributes to the day-to-day coordination of One Health activities within the branch, across divisions and with partners, under the guidance of senior management. /li liProvides technical inputs and supports on the prevention and control of transboundary animal diseases, zoonoses of One Health relevance, and selected production diseases,
within the context of the One Health in Agrifood Systems Framework and the Quadripartite One Health Joint Plan of Action. /li liSupports the technical preparation and organization of high-level events, including major FAO corporate events, Quadripartite Executive Annual Meetings and global One Health fora, and contributes to substantive discussions, background materials and follow-up actions as required. /li liDrafts and contributes to high-quality technical, policy and advocacy materials, including concept notes, technical briefs, analyses, agreements, action documents and presentations, ensuring clarity, scientific soundness and alignment with FAO One Health priorities. /li liContributes to resource mobilization activities, including the development of project proposals, support to donor engagement processes, and identification of opportunities to strengthen FAO's One Health work in agrifood systems. /li liFormulates and implements projects, specifically in the areas of One Health in Agrifood system implementation. /li liProvides global technical coordination of projects and supports to regional and country offices for the delivery of One Health activities as needed. /li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent or above ) in biology, life science and veterinary medicine. /li liSeven years of relevant experience in advancing One Health in Agrifood system, promoting multisectoral collaboration and working closely with international organizations , and national institutes. /li liWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another official FAO language ( Chinese, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian). /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 liExtend and relevance of experience in multisectoral collaboration for One Health, including the Quadripartite collaboration. /li liAbility to lead or coordinate cross organizational working groups on One Health activities. /li liDemonstrated knowledge and experience on FAO's One Health in Agrifood System framework and other relevant One Health Frameworks. /li liExperience in coordinating and leading programmes/initiatives across other UN agencies. /li liExtensive experience in supporting senior management on One Health relevant activities . /li liDemonstrated experience in knowledge, development and/or implementation of One Health relevant tools for disease prevention and control. /li liExtent and relevance of experience in prevention and control of animal diseases under the One Health approach. /li liExtent and relevance of experience in project formulation and implementation. /li liExtensive (and relevance of) experience in the preparation, editing and revision of technical/scientific documents for Governing Body meetings as well as in organizing meetings and workshops at headquarters, regional- and country-level. /li liUnderstanding of FAO policies and programmes, including FAO governing bodies and intergovernmental processes. /li liAbility to edit and write clearly and concisely technical content for publications by Digital and AI tools. /li /ul h3GENERAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liFAO reserves the right not to make an appointment /li liExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds /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 pA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, /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 insurancedisability protection /li /ul pFAO 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: /p ul lielements of family-friendly policies /li liflexible working arrangements /li listandards of conduct /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr