Audio-visual Technician

Job Posting: 10/Jun/2025

Closure Date: 24/Jun/2025, 4:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: CSG

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: General Service

Grade Level: G-4

Primary Location: Italy-Rome

Duration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension

Post Number: 0050806

CCOG Code: 2205

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**Organizational Setting**

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
The Governing Bodies Servicing (CSG) provides support to the Secretariat of the Conference and the Council and supports all Governing and Statutory Bodies of FAO. It houses the Multilingualism expertise of the Organization, delivering corporate language goods and services. CSG also provides Protocol and Meetings services to the Organization and sustains liaison and communication with Members.

The position is located at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, in the Meeting Services branch (CSGM) which carries out the scheduling and programming of all physical, virtual and hybrid meetings of the FAO Governing and Statutory Bodies, FAO corporate events, informal meetings and other meetings. It is responsible for overseeing and supporting the planning and provision of logístical and audio-visual facilities for the conduct of such meetings.

**Main Purpose**

The Audio-Visual Technician ensures effective delivery of day-to-day audiovisual services for in-presence, virtual and hybrid meetings, simultaneous interpretation, web streaming and video conferences.
He/she coordinates and provides a large variety of support duties related to the preparation and execution of international meetings and conferences held at FAO.

**Supervision Received/Exercised**

The Office Assistant reports to the Chief/Head of the Meeting Services and receives guidance from the Audio-Visual Technician (Team Supervisor). He/she acts independently in routine matters. Supervision received is focused on the quality of the work performed and provides for on-the-job learning.

**Working Relationships**

The Audio-Visual Technician works closely with colleagues from within its division as well as with meeting organizers across the Organization to provide audiovisual services. He/she liaises with external providers, ensuring identification and timely delivery of goods and services.

**Key Functions/Results**
- Set up and operate audiovisual equipment, including microphones, projectors, video conferencing systems with interpretation in multiple languages, and other multimedia tools for meetings, conferences, and special events.
- Provide on-site technical support to ensure smooth operations of audiovisual systems during meetings and events, addressing any issues promptly.
- Regularly inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot audiovisual equipment; ensure that all equipments are in good working order, repair or replaced as needed.
- Work closely with event organizers, Information Technology (IT) staff, and external vendors to coordinate technical aspects of events and meetings.
- Provide training to staff on basic audiovisual equipment use and troubleshooting.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance schedules, and any technical issues encountered.
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