Programme Associate

Important NoticeIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal deviceFAO is committed to workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and cultureQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non- and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to applyEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's valuesFAO, 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 discriminationAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checksAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentialityFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 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.Organizational SettingFAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 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.The position is located in the Office of Chief Economist (DDCE) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.Main PurposeThe Programme Associate plays a lead role in the coordination of programme/projects support services for the office.He/she performs a broad range of programme, planning and budgeting activities requiring in-depth analysis and interpretation of relevant policies, procedures and practices.The incumbent provides procedural guidance to managers and staff in the office or location.Supervision Received/ExercisedThe Programme Associate reports to the Chief Economist.Work is performed autonomously, showing a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.Supervision received is focused on facilitating service delivery.The incumbent provides guidance and training to programme support staff in the officeWorking RelationshipsThe Programme Associate maintains a wide range of contacts with managers, staff and stakeholders inside and outside the office.The incumbent collaborates closely with colleagues in other offices and the corporate services, ensuring the quality and consistency of programme/projects support services.Key Functions / ResultsCoordinate the preparation, submission, revision and follow-up of Divisional/Office/Centre budget, as well as the monitoring and provision of information on its implementation.Coordinate, review and analyse the Periodic Budgetary Reports as needed.Assemble and synthesize data from corporate and office databases to facilitate the analysis of programmes, projects or activities and to draft periodic or ad hoc management reports.Monitor projects and ensure the maintenance and retrieval of programming reference material, documentation, data and information.Consolidate and monitor various reports on human resources planning and expenditures, the use of non-staff resources, communication and publishing plans, IT plans and travel schedules.Screen incoming correspondence to identify issues requiring further attention and draft related correspondence.Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing across the Division/Office/Centre through training of staff and briefing of budget holders on administrative/budgetary/planning/programming/financial procedures and processes.Review current processes and make recommendations to improve programme/projects administration procedures.Perform other functions as required.Impact Of WorkThe incumbents work impacts directly on the smooth and efficient operations of the programme/project activities of the office.He/she plays a lead role in the coordination and provision of the programme support services for the successful achievement of the offices mandate.He/she plays a proactive role in the successful achievement of the offices mandate.Candidates Will Be Assessed AgainstMinimum RequirementsEducation:Secondary School Education.Experience:Five years of experience in administrative/financial/planning/programming/budgeting activities.Languages:Working knowledge (proficiency-level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency-level B) of one of the other working languages of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).IT Skills:Good knowledge of MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment.CompetenciesResults FocusTeamworkCommunicationBuilding effective relationshipsKnowledge Sharing and Continuous ImprovementTechnical SkillsThorough knowledge of corporate information systems.Thorough knowledge of programme and budget processes and procedures.Thorough knowledge of common administrative and financial rules and regulations.Thorough knowledge of procurement processes and procedures, including LOAs.Thorough knowledge of communication and documentation standardsDesirable Qualifications And SkillsWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of Spanish and/or French.Familiarity and experience in development, and operation of business intelligent platforms to support financial and data-driven decision-making.Knowledge of project cycle and experience in project implementationFAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and TransparencyAdditional InformationFAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)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 atThe length of the appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to extension of appointmentsAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.General Service Staff are recruited locally.To be eligible for this position, candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing visa/work permit, and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the application.Commuting distance means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence.No international benefits will be payable as selected candidates are recruited locally and paid in the local currency of the office locationFor additional information visit the FAO employment websiteRemunerationA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link.#J-*****-Ljbffr