Communication for Rural Development SpecialistClient:FAOLocation:Not specifiedJob Category:OtherEU work permit required:YesJob Reference:9175b95d9e81Job Views:3Posted:22.01.2025Expiry Date:08.03.2025Job Description: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 SettingThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Partnerships and UN Collaboration Division (PSU) is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the identification and strengthening of transformative partnerships with nonstate actors, including parliamentarians, civil society, academia and research institutions, family farmers' and indigenous peoples' organizations, to facilitate delivery of FAO's Four Betters, and field programme by fostering dialogue, developing capacities, scaling up programmes and ensuring policy support.The objective of the Call is to attract suitable individuals to undertake A-level, B-level and C-level consultancies and/or PSAs in the area of Communication for Rural Development, in line with the following priorities and tasks:Support the design and implementation of ComDev Projects, strategies and components according to the FAO guidelines.Enhance the ComDev capacities of non-state actors, particularly family farmers,



indigenous peoples, and civil society organizations.Provide technical advice and promote evidence, knowledge sharing, partnership and policy dialogue to ensure inclusive rural communication services.Reporting LinesThe Consultants or PSAs will work under the direct supervision of the Team Leader of the FAO Communication for Development Team within the Partnerships and UN Collaboration Division (PSU).Technical FocusContribute to the implementation of FAO's programme of work in Communication for Development and inclusive Rural Communication Services.Tasks and ResponsibilitiesThe general functions, tasks and responsibilities in the area of Communication for rural development will include but are not limited to the following elements:Provide technical assistance for the design of ComDev strategies and components in FAO programmes and projects.Support the UN Decade of Family Farming global action plan.Support ComDev initiatives/platforms and foster strategic partnerships.Provide advice in the design, piloting and upscaling of inclusive rural communication services.Assist in identifying relevant developments in the use of media, digital technologies and ICTs.Organize trainings, e-learnings and the preparation and sharing of case studies.Perform other tasks as needed.CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGUniversity degree in communication and/or ICTs for development, social sciences, agricultural sciences or related field.At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in Communication for Development.Working knowledge (level C) of English, French or Spanish.FAO Core CompetenciesTechnical/Functional SkillsExtent and relevance of academic qualifications in areas related to Communication for Development.Experience in planning and monitoring Communication for Development strategies.Experience in developing Communication for Development activities.Selection CriteriaLevel, extent and relevance of experience in Communication for Rural Development.Knowledge of FAO Communication for Rural Development guidelines.Experience in organizing trainings, technical meetings and seminars.Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONFAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
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