• 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, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, 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 staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
The Infrastructure and Facilities Management Service (CSLI) within the Logistics Services Division (CSL) is responsible for the maintenance of the headquarters' premises and for providing services to FAO employees. CSLI also assists FAO Decentralized Offices in facilities maintenance, technical projects, infrastructure activities and technical innovative systems to reduce their carbon footprint. Furthermore, it promotes the implementation of the Corporate Environmental Responsibility Strategy within headquarters and Decentralized Offices.
The post is located in the Facilities Management Service (CSLI) within the Logistics Services Division (CSL) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines
The Corporate Environmental Officer reports to the Senior Facilities Management Officer/Head of CSLI.
Technical Focus
Support the implementation of FAO's Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) Strategy workplan at headquarters and Decentralized Offices.
Key Results
Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate assigned programmes/projects.
Key Functions
• Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities; collects, analyses and presents statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources;
• Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging development issues and trends, participation in impact evaluation or equivalent studies;
• Participates in survey initiatives; issues data collection tools, reviews, analyses and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions;
• Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications;
• Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities;
• - Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative/technical support, data collection, etc.
Specific Functions
• Supports the coordination and implementation of the FAO's Corporate Environmental Responsibility Strategy;
• Organizes the Working Group bi-annual meetings and ad-hoc meetings ensuring the participation of concerned centres/divisions/offices including Decentralized Offices;
• Assists in the development of CSLI workplans as well as headquarters' units and regional workplans and activities breakdown;
• Reports and monitors the strategy implementation, according to the defined workplans;
• Contributes to and supports sustainability initiatives belonging to CSLI/facilities to meet the targets set by the FAO Corporate Environmental Responsibility Strategy;
• Provides technical assistance to Decentralized Offices on energy issues and other corporate sustainability activities;
• Assists in implementing projects for energy stabilization in Decentralized Offices, including gathering data required for solar systems and hybrid systems;
• Collaborates with other centres/divisions/offices on resolving these energy issues in Decentralized Offices including Digitalization and Informatics (CSI) and Security Services (CSLS);
• Reviews design documentation for solar systems for Decentralized Offices;
• Reviews electrical and mechanical systems of field projects;
• Contributes to the development of solutions for reducing energy consumption and use; through research, design, documentation, and calculations recommend implementation of green solutions, cutting down environmental impact and cost;
• Acts as focal point between the CER team and the Information Technology Management (ITM) Green Energy team in United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to facilitate the solar systems and any other energy saving implementation;
• Organizes the collection of greenhouse gas (GHG) data within headquarters and Decentralized Offices;
• Performs data analysis and coordinates data submission to Sustainable United Nations (SUN)/United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP);
• Supports the coordination of the annual CER reports, newsletter and any other communication material;
• Supports the Green Champions network;
• Coordinates the development of the Environmental Management System (EMS) in selected Decentralized Offices;
• Performs other duties as required.
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CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in electrical or energy engineering.
• Three years of relevant experience in implementation of energy saving projects.
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building effective relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous
Technical/Functional Skills
• Ability to manage, understand and analyse large amount of data related to energy and environment including GHG emissions.
• Extent and relevance of experience in the field of the Corporate Environmental Responsibility.
• Extent and relevance of experience in implementing energy saving projects and solar systems.
• Ability to write reports and communication documents in English within the environmental sector.
• Prior experience in working within the UN system is considered a strong asset.
• Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of Italian is an asset.
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
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FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
- Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
- FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salary.htm
Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
• Dependency allowances
• Rental subsidy
• Education grant for children
• Home leave travel
• 30 working days of annual leave per year
• Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
• International health insurance; optional life insurance
• Disability protection
FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes:
• elements of family-friendly policies
• flexible working arrangements
• standards of conduct.
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HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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