The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the National Professional Officer position in 2025. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to global food security and sustainable development. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply now and be part of FAO’s mission to combat hunger and promote agriculture.
Approved Vacancy At FAO For National Professional Officer-2025 Apply Now!
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.
Reporting Lines
The National Professional Officer (Fisheries and Aquaculture Expert) reports directly to the FAO Programme Coordinator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in consultation with the Chief Technical Adviser (CTA) of the project and in collaboration with the Technical Adviser of the Sustainable Rural Agricultural Development Programme.
Technical Focus
Programme development and management, coordination and operational support based on the knowledge of the local conditions, culture, language and institutions of Saudi Arabia.
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Key Results
Effective and efficient management and coordination of the technical and operational support of the SRAD programme.
Key Functions
• Liaises and assists government authorities and local, national and international institutions in the areas of FAO’s activities in the country and with other UN agencies. He/she may represent FAO at interagency meetings as required.
• Promotes the image of FAO through advocacy of the Organization’s mandate, programmes, national priorities and activities including development and maintenance of communication tools such as website, press releases and publications, and supports the implementation of FAO’s regulatory framework (Codex Alimentarius, Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, Safe Use of Pesticides, etc.) in the country.
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Minimum Requirements
• National of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Advanced university degree in aquaculture, fisheries management or any other related field.
• Seven years of relevant experience in fisheries management and aquaculture development and/or project management in the field of sustainable rural agricultural development in Saudi Arabia.
• Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of Arabic and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency – level B) of English.
Competencies
• Results Focus
• Team Work
• Communication
• Building effective relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
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