Forestry Officer

1 mese fa

Roma, Lazio, Italia FAO A tempo pieno
Job Title: Forestry Officer - Ecosystem Restoration Specialist

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is seeking a highly skilled Forestry Officer to join its team in Rome, Italy. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support to the activities of the FAO-led Task Force on Best Practices and to NFO's work on the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collect and analyze relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional, and technology-related information, data, and statistics to support the delivery of programme projects, products, and services.
  • Undertake analysis, provide technical input for plans and reports, and edit/revise technical/scientific documents.
  • Participate in the development of improved work methods, tools, and systems.
  • Update databases and web pages.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary project/work teams.
  • Collaborate in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars, etc.
  • Participate in the organization, conduct, and follow-up of meetings, consultations, and conferences, the development/production of required materials, and the provision of information and assistance to partners.
Requirements:
  • Advanced university degree in forestry, natural resource management, or a related field.
  • Three years of relevant experience in capacity development and knowledge dissemination for ecosystem restoration, forestry, or natural resource management.
  • Working knowledge of English (proficient - level C) and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of one of the other official FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
Competencies:
  • Results Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Building Effective Relationships
  • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

FAO is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of their nationality, age, disability, or gender. The Organization is committed to providing a work environment that is free from harassment, intimidation, and exploitation. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the world.

FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. Extension of fixed-term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

FAO offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a salary, dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel, 30 working days of annual leave per year, pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund, international health insurance, optional life insurance, and disability protection.

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