Agribusiness Officer

Job Posting: 15/Nov/2024

Closure Date: 13/Dec/2024, 4:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: CFI

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: Professional

Grade Level: P-4

Primary Location: Italy-Rome

Duration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension

Post Number: 0023507

CCOG Code: 1L09

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 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.

Organizational Setting

The FAO Investment Centre (CFI) provides investment and finance solutions that lead to more efficient, sustainable, inclusive and resilient agrifood systems. The Centre's main areas of work include support to strategic investment planning and policy, public investment, private investment, and innovative finance.

Reporting Lines

The Agribusiness Officer reports to the Chief, West and Central Africa Service (CFIE) of the FAO Investment Centre (CFI).

Technical Focus

Provide analytical and technical support on agribusiness development, focusing on agricultural support services, rural markets, food distribution systems, and finance institutions.

Key Results

Delivering investment and finance support solutions through the provision of technical expertise and support to capacity development.

Key Functions

• Participates in multidisciplinary teams to assist governments in the identification and preparation of investment and finance support initiatives.
• Provides technical expertise for the preparation of studies and strategies related to food and agriculture.
• Supports the development of inclusive and sustainable food systems.
• Formulates and delivers capacity development strategies and activities.
• Prepares documents in accordance with FAO, governments, and financing partners' requirements.
• Promotes international cooperation and collaboration leading to new investment opportunities.
• Participates in resource mobilization activities.
• Provides guidance and advice to junior staff.

Specific Functions

• Provides contributions in the analysis of selected agricultural sub-sectors and value chains.
• Identifies and analyses agricultural investment-related policy issues.
• Engages with private sector stakeholders to strengthen and validate recommended investment options.
• Provides contributions in the development of knowledge products related to agribusiness.
• Develops public-private partnerships and platforms for investment promotion.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree in agriculture, agribusiness, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.
• Seven years of relevant experience in agribusiness and market development.
• Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language.

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.
• Knowledge of the specific subregion would be an asset.
• Extent and relevance of experience in agribusiness and enterprise development.
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with government officials and private sector stakeholders.

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.
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.

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