Associate Professional Officer (Nutrition and Food Systems)
Support food security and nutrition through data analysis and project management.
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Overview
Support food security and nutrition through data analysis and project management.
You have:
- Advanced university degree in Nutrition or a related field.
- Three years of relevant experience in the field of integrating nutrition into agricultural policies and programmes.
- Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of one of the other official FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish).
- Note: Opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme, for nationals of developing countries eligible for the Dutch JPO programme (maximum of four years relevant working experience).
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.
The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
Reporting Lines The Associate Professional Officer (Nutrition and Food Systems) reports to the FAO Representative.
Technical Focus Nutrition and food safety
Key Results Collection, analysis and review of information, data and statistics, and project/meeting services to support programme products, projects, publications, and services
Key Functions • Collects, reviews/cross checks and/or analyses relevant agricultural, economic, trade, market, social, environmental, nutrition/food composition and/or gender related data, statistics and information to support delivery of programme projects, products, publications and services; • Undertakes analysis, provides technical input for plans and reports and edits/revises technical documents and/or publications; • Participates in the development of improved tools and methodologies; • Updates databases and web pages; • Participates on multi-disciplinary project/work teams; • Participates in the development of training materials and the organization of workshops/seminars etc.; • Participates in the organization, conduct and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the development/production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners.
Specific Functions • Supports the implementation and monitoring of field programmes on food security and nutrition. • Provides support for data collection activities related to field programmes on food security and nutrition, including data processing, analysis and report writing. • Assists in drafting training and education materials to integrate nutrition in farmer field school activities. • Assists the Food security and nutrition specialist in organising training activities and nutrition open days in the field and participates in such activities. • Provides support to ensure timely production and submission of reports. • Performs other duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements • Advanced university degree in Nutrition or a related field • Three years of relevant experience in the field of integrating nutrition into agricultural policies and programmes • Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of one of the other official FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish).
• Note: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the Netherlands and is addressed exclusively to NATIONALS OF DEVELOPING COUNTRIES THAT APPEAR ON THE LIST OF THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES ELIGIBLE FOR THE DUTCH JPO PROGRAMME (maximum of four years relevant working experience). http://www.nedworcfoundation.nl/pdf/List of eligible countries November 2018.pdf
Competencies • 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 is desirable • Extent and relevance of experience in collecting and analysing technical information and data • Extent and relevance of knowledge and experience in related fields such as policy and programme initiatives on food and nutrition security • Extent and relevance of experience in the preparation, editing and revision of technical/scientific documents and in organizing meetings and workshops
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully integrated nutrition into an agricultural program? | The interviewer is looking for evidence of your practical experience and effectiveness in integrating nutrition into agricultural initiatives. | Provide specific examples of your projects, highlighting your role and the impact of your contributions. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects simultaneously? | Understanding your organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively is essential for this role. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure effective communication within a multi-disciplinary team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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