Reporting LinesThe Chief, One Health and Disease Control Group (NSAH-CJW) reports to the Director, Animal Production and Health Division (NSA).Summary of Duties and FunctionsUnder the overall guidance of the Director, NSA, and as a member of the NSA Management Team, the Chief of NSAH-CJW will: Provide leadership, vision, strategic design, technical and policy advice, and programme formulation for the Organization's work on animal health and One Health, in the world's growing livestock sector (infectious and non-infectious diseases, parasitic diseases, zoonotic diseases, transboundary animal diseases, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), etc., integrated pest management, animal welfare as related to animal health) as well as on the information, institutions and systems required at global, regional and national levels to support and maintain animal health and to provide safe food of animal origin to consumers.Provide advice to Members on the development of strategies, policies, and action plans for increased investment in the national strategies on animal health and One Health to achieve sustainable transformation of the livestock sector.Position FAO as a global leader in animal health and One Health in the context of international public goods and the transformation of agrifood systems in support of the FAO Strategic Framework (-31) and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Plan, manage and report the use of resources in support of programmes and projects in the field of animal health and One Health at large, ensuring coherence and technical quality of the normative and operational work.
Ensure effective liaison, integration and linkage between the work and staff of NSAH-CJW with other groups/clusters/hubs of NSA at headquarters, as well as in Decentralized Offices.
Support resource mobilization consistent with NSA's work plan and strategic vision, as well as the FAO Strategic Framework.
Guide, supervise and evaluate the work of the NSAH-CJW staff.
Ensure provision of technical advice, information and support to FAO Members, UN agencies and global, regional and national bodies, including inter-governmental fora, for the discussion and negotiation of agreements, codes, standards and good management and manufacturing practices in animal health and veterinary public health throughout the food chain.
Represent the Organization in external meetings and handle day-to-day matters in the absence of the Director, as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum Requirements Advanced university degree in veterinary medicine with post graduate qualifications in epidemiology, tropical animal diseases, veterinary public health, One Health and/or in veterinary biosciences (microbiology, immunology, bacteriology, parasitology, etc.
); At least twelve years of relevant experience in animal health and/or One Health and related policy and strategy development, in intergovernmental processes, and in identification, formulation and implementation of projects and programmes in the context of developing and/or transition countries, in national and international development and research organizations; Demonstrated professional competence, management skills and knowledge of international animal health and livestock sector development issues with potential implications for FAO's field of activities; Extensive and relevant professional experience related to the functioning of multilateral and multi-stakeholder processes; Familiarity with FAO and UN reforms;Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills of a high order with maturity and the ability to apply judgment in the exercise of professional independence and to manage complex and/or sensitive issues with diplomacy and confidentiality; Ability to lead and work effectively with a diverse team of people of different national and cultural backgrounds in an international setting; Demonstrated abilities in advocacy and resource mobilization including coordinating project proposals for funding and interacting with donors and funding agencies; Excellent communications and negotiations skills; Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).Leadership CompetenciesResults focus: Takes accountability for the delivery of agreed results in service of FAO's strategic framework - Leading, engaging and empowering others: Coordinates, directs, facilitates and recognizes team efforts; creates an enabling environment and assists others to realize and develop their potential - Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication - Partnering and Advocating: Promotes ideas and develops partnerships to advance the Organization's work - Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement: Continually seeks to improve the knowledge, skills and work processes of oneself and others - Strategic thinking: Makes informed and coherent decisions aligned with broader goals and strategies.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for all and Integrity and Transparency.
GENERAL INFORMATION• FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICEA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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FAO appliesmeasures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.
This includes:-elements of family-friendly policies-flexible working arrangements-standards of conduct.
