F.A.O. - Professional vacancy announcement:
Agricultural Research Officer (NARS), grade level P-4

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general supervision of the GFAR Executive Secretary and in close collaboration with other members of the GFAR Secretariat staff, will:

• serve as liaison focal point between the National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS), through their Regional and Subregional Fora (RF/SRF) and the GFAR Secretariat;
• facilitate the implementation of activities related to the interregional collaboration component of the GFAR Business Plan, such as:
  • identification, revision and updating of regional priorities and areas of common interests across Regional Fora
  • development of Interregional Collaborative Programmes built on existing and emerging priorities
  • implementation of Interregional dimensions of ongoing or new research networks managed by Regional Fora
  • development of work plans and report on the projects and activities of the regional collaboration pillar of GFAR
  • participation in the preparation of project proposals for submission to donors;
• facilitate the implementation of activities involving Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in GFAR activities, specifically by supporting and lobbying for the empowerment of CSOs through specific capacity development activities and training programmes;
• perform other related duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:

• Advanced university degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development or any other related field.
• Seven years of relevant experience in research and research management work.
• Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of one of the other two.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:

• Extent of knowledge of the organization of Global Agricultural Research Systems, plus knowledge of GFAR Regional Fora and its constituent NARS would be an asset.
• Familiarity with the mission, objectives and activities of the Global Forum on Agricultural Research (GFAR).
• Practical experience in multi-disciplinary and multi-stakeholder project development, implementation and evaluation.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Managerial leadership and advisory skills.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

REMUNERATION
Level P-4 carries a net salary per year (inclusive of a variable element for post adjustment) from US$ 85,843 to US$ 107,630 (without dependants) and from US$ 92,182 to US$ 116,246 (with dependants)

TO APPLY, carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants.

This vacancy is open to male and female candidates. Applications from qualified women candidates and applications from qualified candidates from non/under-represented member states are encouraged. Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT.

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