FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS
Professional Vacancy Announcement No: 2053-RNE
Deadline For Application:  22 August 2008
Position Title Senior Administrative Officer
Duty Station Cairo, Egypt
Grade Level P-5
Duration Fixed Term: 3 years
CCOG Code: 1A
Organizational Unit Administrative Support UnitRegional Office for the Near East and North Africa, RNE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the ADG/Regional Representative and the functional guidance of AFDS, the incumbent supervises and coordinates the operation of the Unit providing a full range of administrative, information technology, budget, programming and planning and financial services in support of FAO’s regular and other programmes carried out in the region. Specifically, to:

  • advise the ADG/RR in the preparation/formulation of FAO’s regional programme of work and budget and that these are in line with RNE work plans and in compliance with the approved Programme of Work;
  • advise the ADG/RR in the general administration and smooth functioning of the Regional Office as well as provide advice on a full range of management and administrative matters with an emphasis on the effective planning and utilization of human and financial resources;
  • provide guidance, performance evaluation and supervision to all staff
  • monitor availability of funds for RP programme and field projects; oversee preparation, monitoring and revision of Regional Office budget; ensure that financial commitments, expenditures and periodic budgetary reports are controlled and in line within established limits;
  • identify operational, administrative and other constraints which may affect programme implementation and propose solutions to improve quality, timeliness, cost effectiveness;
  • ensure the maintenance of a reliable IT infrastructure and strategy for the Regional Office;
  • support the organization of the Regional Conference, World Food Day celebrations, and other important meetings,
  • liaise with HQ units to resolve complex issues and with the Internal and External Auditors; prepare management replies to audit observations and queries, liaise with other UN agencies in Cairo on common services and participate in UN meetings;
  • ensure the maintenance of the office premises and space requirements. Ensure that premises have adequate security and are MOSS and E-MOSS compliant;
  • provide advice and administrative support to the Sub-Regional Office, FAO Country and Liaison offices in the Region;
  • perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:

  • Advanced University degree in a field covered by the programme of the Organization, in business or public administration or a related field
  • Ten years of relevant experience with a national or international organization, including at least five years experience in the field of administration and management
  • Working knowledge of English

 

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:

  • Extent of experience in the field of administration and management
  • Leadership ability; mature judgement and a high sense of initiative
  • Ability to plan, organize and review work of others
  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
  • Familiarity with the programmes and priorities of the Organization and with field programmes, particularly the management of the delivery of technical assistance
  • Familiarity with FAO administrative procedures and FAO corporate systems
  • Extent of knowledge of Arabic and/or French will be considered an asset

Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments.

REMUNERATION

Level P-5 carries a net salary per year (inclusive of a variable element for post adjustment) from US$ 101,833 US$ 119,995 (without dependants) and from US$ 109,616 to US$ 130,224 (with dependants)

TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants

Send your application to:

V.A 2053-RNE
ADG/Regional Representative, RNE
FAO Via delle Terme di Caracalla 00100 Rome ITALY
E-mail: VA-2053-RNE@fao.org

This vacancy is open to male and female candidates. Applications from qualified women candidates and applications from qualified candidates from non/under-represented member states are encouraged. Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.

  FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

  Post Number: C/0126683