Social Protection Specialist

Overview

Support the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems.

You have:

• Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in political science, development studies, disaster management, economics, institutional development, or other relevant social sciences or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization.
• At least five years’ relevant experience (Category B) or at least ten years' relevant experience (Category A) in social protection, socio-economic analysis, policy assistance, and capacity building in relation to social protection.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English. Knowledge of a second FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset.

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its global mandate and goals and though its Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems.

The Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division (ESP) coordinates FAO’s work on social protection, gender equality, decent rural employment, rural institutions and people’s empowerment, and the right to food. It is responsible for working with member countries and other partners to reduce rural poverty through strengthening social protection systems, diversifying rural employment opportunities, reducing gender gaps and other social inequalities in agriculture, strengthening producer organizations, improving the rural poor’s access to productive resources and rural services, and achieving the overall goal of realizing the human right to adequate food for all. The Division structures its work around three core Objectives: 1) Build sustainable and resilient livelihoods for vulnerable people in agrifood systems; 2) Achieve gender equality, women’s empowerment and inclusion in agrifood systems; and 3) Promote equitable, inclusive, and sustainable climate action and natural resource management.

The position is based in the Division’s Social Protection Team and contributes to all three Divisional Objectives.

Reporting Lines

The incumbent will work under the overall technical supervision of the SOCPRO Team Leader and/or the Social Policy Officer, as appropriate.

Technical Focus

Bring technical expertise to FAO's work on strengthening social protection systems and resilience of rural populations and for inclusive climate action and disaster risk management for rural populations.

Tasks and responsibilities

The responsibilities will include the following:

• Developing analytical and guidance products. • Providing technical and operational support in the design and delivery of social protection policies, programmes as well as the development of information systems. • Strengthening partnerships with key players, such as the World Bank and ILO. • Delivering training on social protection. • Representing FAO in relevant external forums and coordination platforms, as well as at specific workshops and conferences as required; and • Any other tasks as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• For Consultants: Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in in political science, development studies, disaster management, economics, institutional development, or other relevant social sciences or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization. Consultants with bachelor`s degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience. • For Subscribers : Relevant technical degree or certificate political science, development studies, disaster management, economics, institutional development, or other relevant social sciences. • At least five years’ relevant experience (Category B) or at least ten years' relevant experience (Category A) in social protection, socio-economic analysis, policy assistance, and capacity building in relation to social protection. • Working knowledge (level C) of English. Knowledge of a second FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Extent and relevance of country-based experience in strengthening national social protection systems for rural populations and their integration with agricultural and/or climate policies and programmes. • Extent and relevance of experience supporting the development of knowledge products to inform and influence the design and reform of social protection systems the country level. • Experience in working in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural team. • Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.

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