Reporting LinesUnder the technical supervision of the FAO legal Officer in HQ and with the day to day oversight of the Lead Technical Officer of the project – CARICOM Animal Identification and Traceability (AIT) system to facilitate trade and animal health management and in close collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and other government and private stakeholders, the National legal Specialist – AIT project, will provide an assessment of the national legal frameworks for the successful implementation of the project.
Specific duties will include:Technical Focus The Legal Specialist will provide technical support to a project on Animal Identification and Traceability (AIT).
The consultant will review national legislation relevant to the implementation of a national AIT system and provide recommendations for upgrading.
The consultant will also assist on and guide the actions and develop documents needed to initiate the process of legal reform in the respective country.Tasks and responsibilities• In consultation with the project management team and the lead technical unit, prepare a detailed work plan and arrange for its technical implementation, monitoring and evaluation;• Establish the required network and working relationships with all key stakeholders for the project, to support the dialogues with government officials in the concerned ministries and other stakeholders whose interest and responsibilities are related to project objectives and activities, and for developing the mutual collaboration that is essential for project success;• Work in close collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture Focal Points and the Regional legal consultant to coordinate all the relevant project activities and inputs, ensuring timely delivery of results;• Conduct a review of the national legal framework and develop a report to elaborate the national situations relevant to the implementation of an Animal Identification and Traceability system;• Provide support to initiate the process of legal reform relevant to the implementation of a multifunctional animal identification and traceability system;• Provide support to the international consultant strategy development to develop a legally sound strategy for the implementation of an animal identification and traceability system, including the development of a legal proposal for the Caribbean.
Discuss the regional proposal at the national level, including options to align national legislation to the regional scheme.• Any other related duties assigned to support strengthening of the legal framework relevant to the implementation of the multifunctional animal identification and traceability system in the beneficiary countries.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements• University degree in Law or related field• At least 5 years of relevant experience in agricultural legislation and/or veterinary legislation• Working knowledge of EnglishFAO Core Competencies• Results Focus• Teamwork• Communication• Building Effective Relationships• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous ImprovementTechnical/Functional Skills • Work experience in more than one area of work • Extent and relevance of experience in legal drafting will be an asset• Computer literacy is required • Quality of both oral and written communication skills 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 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.
