Job Description - Agricultural Policy Specialist (multiple positions) (2500370) Job Posting

Posting Date: 05/Feb/2025 Closure Date

Closure Date: 06/Mar/2025, 12:59:00 AM Organizational Unit:

ESA - Agrifood Economics and Policy Division Job Type:

Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition:

Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) Primary Location:

Italy-Rome Duration:

Up to 11 months (renewable) Post Number:

N/A IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device. 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. FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. 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. The Agrifood Economics and Policy Division (ESA) conducts economic research and policy analysis to support the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems. The division also leads the production of two FAO flagship publications: The State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) and The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI). The post is located at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, in the Policy Reform, Intelligence, Monitoring, and Evaluation (PRIME) team in ESA. The focus of PRIME is to generate a quality evidence base for informed policy-making processes in FAO Member Countries. Reporting Lines





The Agricultural Policy Specialist reports to the Economist under the overall supervision of the Director or Deputy-Director of ESA. He/she will also collaborate with the FAO Representation in the relevant countries as well as FAO regional and/or sub-regional offices. Technical Focus

The Consultant/PSA will support economic and policy analysis of a range of technical issues related to food and agriculture in developing countries. He/she will be involved in one or more of the following areas of work: Analysis of agricultural prices and/or price distortions and incentives; Public expenditure analysis and/or public financial management systems; Agricultural development strategies/investment plans; Agricultural value chains and commodity markets; Agrifood trade policy; Policy analysis using various quantitative tools; Embedding climate change resilience, adaptation, mitigation and biodiversity conservation outcomes in policy monitoring and evaluation. Tasks and Responsibilities

The assigned tasks and responsibilities related to this area of work may include a mix of the following: Produce policy monitoring indicators and analyses related to price incentives along agricultural value chains; Compile and classify large datasets to produce food and agricultural public expenditure indicators and analysis; Contribute to methodological advancements including climate change and biodiversity impacts of agricultural policies; Contribute to the effective implementation of strategic partnerships within FAO and with other development partners; Contribute to the development of technical products and analytical studies to support evidence-based policy reform processes; Contribute to the drafting of actionable and high-quality policy recommendations, technical reports, and policy briefs; Participate in policy-relevant meetings, roundtables or other events related to food and agricultural policy analyses; Support capacity development activities benefitting government counterparts and other selected national partners; Support day-to-day implementation of activities in close partnership with national counterparts; Any other tasks as required. Candidates Will Be Assessed Against The Following

University degree in economics, agricultural economics, environmental economics, political science, public policy, public financial management, international development, or closely related field; Relevant experience in agricultural policy monitoring and evaluation, and policy analysis; Working knowledge of English. FAO Core Competencies

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work. Extent and relevance of experience in conducting quantitative and/or qualitative economic analysis of agricultural and food policies. Knowledge of agricultural policy monitoring indicators.



Familiarity with providing policy advice to governments in developing countries. Experience in presenting analytical results effectively to non-technical audiences. Knowledge of current political economic conditions in developing countries. Familiarity with climate change and biodiversity impacts of agricultural policies. Experience in high-level policy dialogues and workshops and interacting with government officials is an asset. Selection Criteria

Limited knowledge of French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian is a strong asset. Demonstrated awareness of agricultural policy issues as well as climate change adaptation and mitigation. Ability to manage a wide range of tasks and to work under tight deadlines. Demonstrated capacity to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team. Excellent organisational skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Additional Information

FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. How To Apply

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.



Attach a letter of motivation to the online profile. Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal. Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.

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