Programme Officer (GCF)

Job Description - Programme Officer (GCF) (2501360) Job Description 2501360 Job Posting Job Posting : 27/May/2025 Closure Date Closure Date : 17/Jun/2025, 9:59:00 PM Organizational Unit : OCB Job Type Job Type : Staff position Type of Requisition : Professional Project Primary Location Primary Location : Italy-Rome Duration : Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension Post Number : 2009263 CCOG Code : 1A02 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based ondate and time settings ofyour personal device The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments • 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 • Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values • FAO, 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 discrimination • All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks • All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality • FAO 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 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 Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment (OCB) works to ensure that countries and stakeholders respond to the challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. OCB provides a cross organizational coordination role on issues related to climate change, biodiversity and the environment, and is the focal point to major multilateral environmental agreements including the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The Office also assists FAO Members in their responses towards the interlinked challenges of food security, climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental degradation, including through facilitating access to climate and environmental financing (such as the Global Environment Fund (GEF) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF)). In addition, OCB hosts the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Programme, the Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, and the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, as well as FAO's work on environmental safeguards. FAO has established a GCF Team within OCB (OCB-GCF Team) to coordinate the development and management of the GCF related portfolio. The OCB-GCF Team works in close collaboration with FAO Decentralized Offices and technical staff to identify, develop and deliver high-quality climate investment and readiness projects that respond to countries' priorities as defined in their national climate and sectoral policies and that deliver the transformational change sought by the GCF. The position of Programme Officer (GCF) is located in OCB-GCF Team of the Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment (OCB) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. Reporting Lines The Programme Officer (GCF) reports to the Senior Natural Resources Officer in the OCB-GCF Team. Technical Focus The Programme Officer (GCF) will monitor FAO-GCF portfolio results and impacts and will coordinate corporate planning, reporting tasks and the implementation support to GCF projects, ensuring compliance with FAO and GCF policies requirements throughout the Project Cycle. In performing these tasks, the Programme Officer (GCF) will liaise with FAO and GCF relevant teams and divisions, working closely with Climate Finance Officers in the OCB-GCF Team, the FAO Project Task Force members of each project and Operations Officers in Regional and Subregional Offices. Key Results Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate assigned programme/projects. Key Functions Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyses programme/project development and implementation. Reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies, etc. Prepares various written outputs, e.g. drafts background papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.). Specific Functions Coordinates the monitoring and reporting on FAO - GCF portfolio; monitors and analyses programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies challenges and liaises with relevant FAO counterparts in Decentralized Offices to initiate corrective actions; ensures follow-up action. Researches and analyses issues related to policies, project financing, portfolio results and information and statistics to support the planning, programming, implementation and monitoring of the FAO-GCF investments. Supports compliance with FAO and GCF requirements including fiduciaries and safeguards standards and leads on re-/accreditation matters. Produces regular portfolio information, data, statistics and reports as well as provides inputs for policy, financing and operational documents and communication materials. Monitors and coordinates GCF fees including analysis and projections and provides support to FAO Divisions, Offices and Centres in compliance with FAO-GCF policies and guidelines. Coordinates the GCF team contribution to corporate implementation, monitoring and reporting processes and systems. Supports the development of GCF tailored tools, processes, and/or databases related to the implementation and monitoring of GCF projects. Provides guidance and develops knowledge management materials on project execution, monitoring and other operational matters including requests for revisions. Oversees consultants for project implementation and monitoring support including safeguards, midterm reviews and project evaluations and coordinates timely and quality reporting and delivery. Assists the OCB-GCF Team Leader in the review of and contributions to corporate planning and reporting documents. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Advanced university degree in business administration or public administration, social science, political science, international development, international relations or a related field. Five years of relevant experience in project or programme management and implementation, portfolio coordination and monitoring, administration or related area. Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). Results Focus Teamwork Communication Building effective relationships Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions. Extent and relevance of experience in GCF portfolio management Extent and relevance of experience in the field of programming, project cycle management, results-based budgeting, project implementation support including project administration and financing management. Extent of knowledge of results based planning and budgetary processes and associated tools. Understanding of administrative, operational, fiduciary and financial procedures related to programme and project management is considered a strong asset. Understanding of FAO policies and programme is considered a strong asset. Demonstrated knowledge of results frameworks relevant to GCF funded projects, knowledge of GCF policies, procedures and project cycle is considered a strong asset. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency . ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ GENERAL INFORMATION •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. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: https://commonsystem.org/cp/default.asp Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include: •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 •Disability protection FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes: •elements of family-friendly policies •flexible working arrangements •standards of conduct ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY •To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications and language skills; •Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile; •Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application; •Your application will be screened based on the information provided on your online profile; • 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 at http://www.whed.net/ •Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications; •Incomplete applications will not be considered; •Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application •Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered; • Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile •We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date. If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/csp J-18808-Ljbffr

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Posted Date: 6/14/2025