Environmental Management Specialist

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• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
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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, 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 technically 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 in the Facilities Management Service (CSLI) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.

Reporting Lines

The incumbent will report to Corporate Environmental Officer of the FAO Infrastructure and Facilities Management Service and work within the Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) team of CSLI office

Technical Focus

The incumbent will be in charge of supporting the Corporate Environmental Responsibility team with the implementation and monitoring of environmental action plans in decentralised offices, as well as with the coordination of internal and external communication and outreach activities in line with the FAO Corporate Environmental Responsibility Strategy.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Participate in the coordination of working groups for the implementation of the FAO Corporate Environmental Responsibility Strategy, both at headquarters and Regional Offices;
• Liaise with other FAO units and offices to ensure coordination of their efforts such as in the area of sustainable procurement and sustainable events;
• Assist the Corporate Environmental Responsibility Team with environmental data analysis, dashboard implementation and monitoring of GHG emission data as outcome of the environmental inventory;
• Contribute to the roll-out of the FAO Environmental Management System and environmental action plans in selected decentralized offices;
• Implement the CER communication strategy by drafting articles, annual reports, and bi-monthly newsletters;
• Design visuals for specific communication campaigns that aim to drive energy-saving and other sustainable behaviours at work;
• Organize training sessions and workshops for other FAO employees about environmental responsibility in the workplace;
• Keep CER intranet and internet web pages up to date;

FAO Standards and guidelines\:

Liaison with the OCC will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, appropriate review and clearance processes.

All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including\:
FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31\: https\://www.fao.org/strategic-framework/en
FAO social media policy and guidelines\: https\://www.fao.org/2/socialmedia
Social Media Branding Guidelines\: https\://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/cb5044en
FAOSTYLE\: https\://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/cb8081en
FAO terminology\: http\://www.fao.org/faoterm
FAO Names Of Countries https\://www.fao.org/nocs/en    
Story guidelines, Story template, UN map standards, FAO logo policy and related branding guidelines (available to staff). 

Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree in Sustainable Development, Environmental Studies, Environmental Management, Green economy or related fields. A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the above fields in combination with two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree
• 1 year of experience on activities with a focus on sustainable development, circular economy, environmental sustainability, climate change issues, GHG emission accounting or Environmental Management Systems.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Proficiency in graphic design tools and other related communication tools (e.g. Canva, Tableau, PowerBI);
• Proficiency in the full Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams);
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills;
• Knowledge of sustainability and climate change issues.

Selection Criteria

• Extent of experience in Environmental Management Systems ISO14001 standards;
• Extent of experience in communication activities linked to environmental responsibility or sustainable development;
• Knowledge of environmental issues, sustainable behaviours, sustainable consumption;
• Ability to manage data and understand GHG emission data;
• Ability to write reports and design communication documents in English;
• Italian working knowledge is a strong asset;
• Limited knowledge (level B) of one of the other official FAO languages (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian) is an asset.
• Prior experience in working within the UN system is a strong asset.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

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
• 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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