Job DescriptionCapital Medical Device Sales Director (Neuro)Location: MilanOur client is a leading provider of non-invasive surgical treatment in neuro, onco...
Da Chronos Consulting - Lazio
Pubblicato a month ago
Randstad Finance Talent Selection è la divisione specializzata nella Ricerca Selezione di professionisti qualificati in ambito economico e finanziario.Per so...
Da Randstad Italia - Lazio
Pubblicato 23 days ago
BSP Pharmaceuticals S.p. A is focused on the development and manufacturing of anticancer drugs with high potency and cytotoxic characteristics for the Pharma...
Da Bsp Pharmaceuticals S.P.A. - Lazio
Pubblicato 23 days ago
LawsonsPosizione:Lawsons - Legal recruitment partners ricerca per una società operante nel settore Food un Corporate Commercial Lawyer.Principali attività:Fo...
Da Lawsons - Lazio
Pubblicato 23 days ago
Job Description - Youth Affairs Specialist (2402109) Job Description CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT : 2402109 Job Posting Job Posting : 27/Jun/2024 Closure Date Closure Date : 11/Jul/2024, 9:59:00 PM Organizational Unit : OYW - Office of Youth and Women Job Type Job Type : Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition : Consultant Primary Location Primary Location : Italy-Rome Duration : Up to 11 months Post Number : N/A IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device 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 FAO's Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
The objective of the Call is to attract suitable individuals to undertake A-level, B-level and C-level consultancies in the Office of Youth and Women (OYW) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
The OYW ensures that youth and women act as conduits both (i) internally in FAO, supporting women and youth career enrichment and mainstreaming important topics of youth and women across the Organization, and (ii) externally, by gathering and realizing innovative ideas and approaches related to youth and women within the FAO mandate.
The Office takes forward and further institutionalizes the work of the FAO Youth Committee and the FAO Women's Committee, as well as the World Food Forum (WFF) Global Youth Action, designed by FAO as a global network of partners to build an effective platform to share transformative initiatives and encourage actions for the agrifood systems transformation.
It promotes transformational leadership for gender equality and women and youth empowerment in the workplace and in FAO's initiatives, strengthening accountability of managers for gender equality and youth and women's empowerment.
OYW further engages with relevant global initiatives, and UN and other partners and relevant stakeholders, enhancing the advocacy for, and engagement of, youth and women in agrifood systems.
The Office works closely with the FAO technical units that coordinate the implementation of the FAO Policy on Gender Equality and the Rural Youth Action Plan and related programmes and initiatives.
Launched in 2021, the World Food Forum (WFF) is an independent, youth-led global network of partners facilitated by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
It aims to spark a global movement that empowers young people everywhere to actively shape agrifood systems to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and a better food future for all.
The WFF serves as the premier global forum to harness the passion and power of youth to identify solutions and incite positive action for agrifood systems.
It aligns with the 2021 United Nations (UN) Food Systems Summit, acts as major youth platform in global food governance, and serves as a global think tank that fosters youth-led solutions in innovation, science and technology.
Reporting Lines Under the overall supervision of the WFF Coordinator, the Youth Affairs Specialist will develop and execute strategy and action plans for the WFF tracks, programmes and workstreams.
Technical Focus The consultant will work in the technical fields of youth empowerment for agrifood systems transformation, in areas related to policy, innovation, education, culture and outreach.
Tasks and responsibilities In close collaboration with Office of Communications (OCC) branches and appropriate Communication focal points, the incumbent will: • Coordinate and collaborate with partners to further amplify the messages, events and content of the WFF; • Create and adapt content (presentations, articles, videos, and additional relevant content) for the activities mentioned above and support key meetings and events, including enhancement of design and messaging; • Collaborate with all required FAO divisions and partners to execute the activities and keep to the agreed timelines; • Manage the preparation and organization of the World Food Forum key events (i.e.
drafting of concept notes, invitations, follow-up communication materials); • Lead engagements with external partners (e.g.- private sector companies; influencers; marketing & design agencies and freelancers) to enhance and execute campaigns.
• Co-lead planning, partnerships, promotion and management of the WFF key tracks; • Oversee the measurement and reporting of WFF Tracks activity results; • Co-manage the team of volunteers and interns of the WFF; • Develop new initiatives that will boost inclusivity of youth around the world; • Support the Coordinator of the WFF in other tasks that may arise; • Upon request from the supervisor, undertake short missions to field offices to support the campaign-related tasks where required and possible.
• Ensure that all communication products comply with global FAO key messages, terminology, standards, and guidelines.
• Fulfil other tasks as requested.
• Liaison with OCC will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, aligned messaging, and appropriate review and clearance processes.
• All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including: FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31: FAO social media policy and guidelines: Social Media Branding Guidelines: FAOSTYLE( FAO terminology FAO Names Of Countries Story guidelines, Story template, UN map standards, FAO logo policy and related branding guidelines (available to staff).
• Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING • Advanced University degree in political science, business administration, marketing, international development or related areas.
• For category C, at least one year of relevant experience developing advocacy platforms, running events, leading marketing and communications, or managing programmes in youth and/or food-related organizations or development agencies similar to FAO.
The minimum work experience required for category B is 5 years, and for category A, it is 10 years.
• Working knowledge (C level) of English FAO Core Competencies Technical/Functional Skills • Extensive experience in strategy development • Experience in capacity development preferred • Excellence in presentation development • Strong English writing skills • Limited knowledge (B level) of a second FAO language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian) is considered an asset 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 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 • Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile • Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application • Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications • Incomplete applications will not be considered • Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO's behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services.
You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application.
You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application • Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered • 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.
If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO's client support team for further assistance: #J-18808-Ljbffr
Built at: 2024-09-10T14:06:04.337Z