Job Description - Assistant Director-General/Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean (2403552) Job Posting Date: 09/Dec/2024 Closure Date 08/Jan/2025, 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (RLC) Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition: Senior-level Primary Location Chile-Santiago Duration: Fixed term: two years with possibility of extension Post Number: 2000929 CCOG Code: 1A11 FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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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.
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is the Specialized Agency of the United Nations leading international efforts to defeat hunger.
FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to high-quality food.
The Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (RLC) is responsible for leading FAO's response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO's regional priority activities and business development in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Reporting Lines The Assistant Director General/Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean (RLC) reports to the Chief Economist.
Summary of Duties and Functions In the framework of FAO's mandate, the Assistant Director-General/Regional Representative (ADG/RR) is the senior representative of the Director-General in the region and represents FAO vis-à-vis region-wide institutions and media.
He/she is responsible for developing, promoting and overseeing FAO's response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture, rural development and agricultural innovation; the implementation of approved programmes/projects related to regional priorities; addressing region-wide food security, agriculture and rural development issues; leading the Regional Office in the performance of its functions.
Key Responsibilities Advocates the Organization's policy positions and communicates FAO's messages at regional level.
Assures the due application of FAO's corporate procedures, standards and policies in the region.
Supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development, and facilitates regional partnerships.
Leads the prioritization of FAO's work in the region in consultation with FAO Decentralized Offices and headquarters units.
Oversees FAO's collaboration with its Members and institutional partners in the region.
Leads the organization of FAO's Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (RLC) and oversees the follow-up to its recommendations.
Oversees the work of FAO Country Offices within the region and provides administrative support services to them.
Candidates Will Be Assessed Against The Following Advanced university degree in a field related to the work of the Organization.
Extensive leadership and managerial/administrative experience.
Fifteen years of relevant experience in the field of food security, agriculture, rural development and agricultural innovation.
Ability to lead and work effectively with a diverse team.
Good resource mobilization and partnership development skills.
Working knowledge of English and Spanish.
Leadership Competencies Results focus : Takes accountability for the delivery of agreed results.
Leading, engaging and empowering others : Creates an enabling environment and assists others to realize their potential.
Communication : Encourages clear and open communication.
Partnering and Advocating : Promotes ideas and develops partnerships.
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement : Seeks to improve knowledge and work processes.
General Information FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to Apply To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
Selection for this position will follow a transparent and competitive process.
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