Job Posting: 13/Jun/2023
Closure Date: 13/Sep/2023, 10:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: CJWZ
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Various Locations-Various Locations
Duration: Up to 11 months on a WAE basis (with possibility of renewal)
Post Number: N/A
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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 person 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, 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
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
Organizational Setting
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.
The Joint Centre for Zoonotic Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance (CJWZ) coordinates and provides support to FAO’s priority programme (PPA) actions to promote the One Health (OH) approach as well as through the coordinated action with the Quadripartite (FAO, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and the World Health Organization (WHO)) at global, regional and country levels. The Quadripartite recent One Health Joint Plan of Action (OH JPA) frames the joint ambition.
FAO’s role is to strengthen and support better performing national and international integrated OH systems for human, animal and plant health. FAO, together with the Quadripartite, provides technical and programming support through improved pest and disease prevention, early warning and management of national and global health risks, including AMR and environmental health, for optimal outcomes for production and global health security. FAO’s OH programme is implemented by the Joint Centre for Zoonoses and AMR (CJWZ), the Animal Production and Health Division (NSA) and the Office for Emergencies and Resilience (OER), through coordination across FAO programmes and Divisions, and through the coordinated actions with the Quadripartite at global, regional and country scales, and through decentralized offices.
The position is located in the CJWZ under the Chief of CJWZ/ FAO Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), in collaboration with the Office of Communications (OCC).
Reporting Lines
The consultant will report to the Chief of CJWZ/ FAO Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), in collaboration with the Senior Animal Health Officers and the Office of Communications (OCC).
Technical Focus
Strategic communications, external relations and advocacy
Tasks and responsibilities
In accordance with FAO’s corporate communications policies and practices, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
- Develop and implement a communications strategy for CJWZ;
- Provide strategic oversight and prioritize communications activities that are relevant to CJWZ;
- Coordinate communications efforts among interagency partners including UNEP, WHO and WOAH, for CJWZ projects. This may include creating promotional packages for flagship publications, global events, or UN awareness days;
- Supervise interns and communication consultants (in coordination with their line managers) to ensure aligned and common key messages across subject matter relevant to CJWZ;
- Write op-eds, talking points and speeches for senior management’s outreach engagement;
- Increase the visibility of CJWZ’s work and subject matter, both internally and externally, by building a network of communication colleagues throughout the Organization (including headquarters and decentralized offices) and external partners.
- Assist with the production of communication materials, such as news stories, infographics, press releases, multimedia, and factsheets. Ensure that they adhere to corporate communication policies, as well as FAO’s Style guide, storytelling guidelines for CJWZ’s common messaging.
- Review and coordinate the communication materials required for high-level events.
- Regularly report on communication-related opportunities and events.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including:
FAOSTYLE (English: https://www.fao.org/3/cb8081en/cb8081en.pdf; French: https://www.fao.org/3/AC339FR/ac339fr.pdf; Spanish: https://www.fao.org/3/cb8081es/cb8081es.pdf; Arabic: https://www.fao.org/3/cb8081ar/cb8081ar.pdf; Chinese: https://www.fao.org/3/cb8081zh/cb8081zh.pdf; Russian: https://www.fao.org/3/cb8081ru/cb8081ru.pdf
FAO terminology http://www.fao.org/faoterm;
FAO Names of Countries https://www.fao.org/nocs/en;
Story guidelines http://intranet.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/occ/Quick_Guides/UPDATED-Digital-Storytelling-Guide-EN-FINAL.pdf;
Story template http://intranet.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/occ/Quick_Guides/FAO-Stories-Template-UPDATED.pdf;
UN map standards (available to staff);
FAO Brand and policy book (available to staff).
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
- University degree in communication studies, social science, journalism, political science, international relations, or related field.
- At least five years of relevant experience in communication, outreach, media relations, publications, digital communications.
- Working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge (level B) of one of the other official languages of the Organization: Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish or Russian. For PSA, working knowledge of English.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Selection Criteria
- Excellent understanding of both written and visual forms of communication
- Extent and relevance of experience in the field of communication services for prominent organizations, particularly at the international level
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work or in an international organization.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
For more information, visit the FAO employment website
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
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- Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
- We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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