- Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location: Hanoi
- Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
- Occupational Groups:
- Public Health and Health Service
- Biology and Chemistry
- Medical Practitioners
- Malaria, Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases
- Managerial positions
- Closing Date: 2024-11-06
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 person 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
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. FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide. FAO Country Offices, working under overall corporate guidance and in line with the Strategic Framework, offer policy advice and support to countries in the mandated areas of FAO, facilitated through partnerships, resources and an active country programme to provide technical assistance, develop capacities and deliver core services while fully observing international standards of accountability to establish leadership and strengthen impact at the country level. The offices deliver on the programmatic priorities of each country as agreed in their respective Country Programming Frameworks (CPFs) aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and ensure effective and efficient operations with adequate human and financial resources.Specifically, FAO Country Offices\:
(i) advocate, inform and support policies and investments in the areas of FAO’s mandate; (ii) provide technical assistance and deliver core services; (iii) assist and catalyse partnership and resource mobilization activities to support agrifood systems transformation; (iv) position FAO as the specialized/authoritative technical agency in food and agriculture and agrifood systems transformation; and (v) ensure risk-smart and accountable operations and management. The position is located in the FAO Country Office in Viet NamReporting Lines
The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Viet Nam, the direct supervision of the International Senior Technical Coordinator of Emergency Center for Transboundary Animal Disease (ECTAD), and in close collaboration with FAO Viet Nam, FAO Regional Office of Asia and Pacific (RAP), FAO Head Quarters (HQ) and relevant government counterparts to contribute to the successful implementation of FAO projects in the country by undertaking the following tasks and duties\:Technical Focus
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and Antimicrobial use (AMU)Tasks and responsibilities
- Support and assist the Senior Technical Coordinator to deliver national ECTAD program in Viet Nam;
- Coordinating the implementation of FAO project activities in Viet Nam including activities to support government of Viet Nam on\:
- The implementation and monitoring of the national action plan on AMR and AMU
- AMR surveillance and AMR surveillance capacity development and network
- The implementation of prescription regulations and animal diseases treatment guidelines
- AMR awareness raising and community engagementParticipation in regional and global AMR events
- Maintaining regular communication and coordination with AMR stakeholders in Viet Nam and FAO AMR team at regional and global levels;
- Develop scientific conference posters, presentations and manuscripts for publication;
- Provide technical inputs to reports, events, and support field missions;
- Facilitate and support inter-sectoral collaboration and social-behaviour change communication; and
- Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
- Advanced university degree in veterinary medicine, veterinary science, animal science or related field
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in antimicrobial resistance, including surveillance, prevention/control management and One Health approach
- Working knowledge of English
- National of Viet Nam
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
- Excellent writing skills in English;
- Knowledge of international and national framework to address antimicrobial resistance;
- Knowledge of veterinary/pharmaceutical product regulations in Viet Nam
- Excellent computer skills\: knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and email/internet software.
Selection Criteria
Based on requirements, competencies, and skillsADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- 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/
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website\: http\://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- 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. 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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