Secretary, International Plant Protection Convention

2 settimane fa

Roma, Lazio, Italia FAO A tempo pieno
About the Role

The FAO is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the position of Secretary, International Plant Protection Convention. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the development of global plant health policies and programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement the IPPC strategic framework, work programs, and policies in consultation with the CPM Bureau and relevant units within FAO.
  • Manage the human and financial resources of the Secretariat and the CPM within resources provided by FAO and any extra-budgetary resources.
  • Develop and lead efforts to mobilize resources for the IPPC's activities and support funding outreach approaches for technical staff in Decentralized Offices (DOs) and headquarters, as appropriate.
  • Manage the preparation and editing of reports issued by the CPM, its subsidiary bodies, and other working groups, as well as other publications produced by the Secretariat in its different areas of activity and ensure the publication and dissemination of the standards, reports, and documents adopted by the CPM.
  • Promote the IPPC at the international, regional, and national levels, especially with regard to attracting financial, staff, and/or other contributions to its work program by providing communication, fundraising, and promotion strategies for the IPPC, designing and implementing a publication plan for the IPPC.
  • Further develop the Africa Phytosanitary Programme (APP) which provides training, collaboration opportunities, and digital GIS (Geospatial Information Systems) tools and resources to strengthen Africa's phytosanitary systems.
  • Facilitate the governance and further development of the IPPC electronic certification tool (the ePhyto Solution) and any future collaborative efforts related to electronic certification and/or data.
  • Ensure the development and maintenance of appropriate tools for the exchange of information among Members and between Members and the Secretariat.
  • Monitor the implementation of the IPPC and its International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs).
  • Ensure the coordination and delivery of technical assistance for phytosanitary capacity building.
  • Represent the IPPC and liaise with the World Trade Organization (WTO), the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the Biodiversity Liaison Group (BLG), the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF), and other international governmental, non-governmental, and regional organizations relevant to the goals of the IPPC.
  • Represent the IPPC Secretariat in its relations with the media, non-governmental organizations, and private sector.
  • Report on all these matters annually to the CPM.
  • Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
  • Advanced university degree in natural sciences or agriculture with a specialization in a subject relevant to plant protection.
  • Minimum twelve years of relevant/cognitive experience in an agricultural setting including plant protection and phytosanitary-related areas.
  • Demonstrated management and technical leadership at a senior level of responsibility.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed communication, persuasion, and analytical skills in an international and senior level context.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with the functions and working processes of IPPC governing bodies, of the International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs) setting and implementation, and of trade-related phytosanitary issues.
  • Experience in phytosanitary programs at national, regional, or international levels and the elaboration of ISPMs' guidelines and regulations.
  • Ability to develop and maintain professional contacts with senior governmental and non-governmental (including private sector) officials.
  • Ability and willingness to make maximum use of advanced communication technologies.
  • Knowledge of and working experience with intergovernmental bodies, governmental services, international non-governmental organizations, and industries operating in the field of plant protection.
  • Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
Leadership Competencies
  • Results 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.

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