National Specialist on Food Systems and Nutrition

Organizational Setting

FAO Uzbekistan has been established in Republic of Uzbekistan in accordance with memorandum agreement between Government and FAO and successfully assisting Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan by implementing joint programs with Government organization in almost ten years as of now. Food Security Analysis and Policies is required to lead the implementation of country-level activities under SEC Regular Programme activity “Providing evidence-based analysis of food self-sufficiency policies in selected countries of Central Asia and the Caucasus”.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of FAOR and in close collaboration with other project members. With technical guidance of FAO Technical Officers and experts.

Technical Focus

Position holder is intended to collect statistical data on nutritional status, diet and food systems based on the methodology developed by FAO;

Tasks and responsibilities

• Collect statistical data on nutritional status, diet and food systems based on the methodology developed by FAO; • Identify and review studies and research papers on dietary patterns, nutritional status and food systems in Uzbekistan; • Identify and review national policy documents on healthy diet; • Summarize key figures and findings collected from 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 above in the form provided by FAO; • Provide inputs to the national report drafted by international experts and support the authors to find missing information and data; • Organize a national workshop and prepare workshop materials including participant list, invitation letter, agenda and presentations; • Maintain and coordinate a share drive to archive technical materials collected for all project related activities; • Assist the National Project Coordinator in organizing meetings, events and missions including the one for attending a regional workshop on healthy diet planned in Belgrade in November 2023; • Meet reporting requirements and contribute to project reports outlining project results, recommendations and impact, and other technical reports/publications as required; • Closely review the progress of the project activities and suggest necessary actions to achieve the project goals at national level; • Assist coordination with other UN agencies supporting similar activities such as national food security and nutrition program, school meals and healthy diets; • Provide project related inputs to other relevant documents such as project concept notes and proposals; and • Perform any other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in nutrition, food security, health, agricultural economics, or a related field; • At least five years’ professional experience in the area of food security and/or nutrition policies and programmes. Working experience with government institutions, universities, research institutions, national or international agencies; • Working knowledge of (level C) of English. Working knowledge of Russian and Uzbek; • National of Uzbekistan or a legal resident in the country.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Good communication skills. • Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.