| Professional Vacancy Announcement No: 2026-SLC |
| Deadline For Application: | 27 May 2008 |
| Position Title | Livestock Development Officer |
| Duty Station | Bridgetown, Barbados |
| Grade Level | P-4 |
| Duration | Fixed Term: 3 years |
| CCOG Code: | 1H01 |
| Organizational Unit | Subregional Office for the Caribbean, SLC |
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of the Sub-regional Coordinator and the functional guidance of the Director, Animal Production and Health Division, AGA, will provide support on matters related to livestock sector development to the Sub-regional Multidisciplinary Team which will lead FAO’s response to the needs of the Sub-region, including those of the Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs). Specifically to: - provide, as needed, technical advisory support to FAO members and sub-regional organisations on the formulation and implementation of policies and programmes for the development, integration and improvement of a sustainable livestock sector in the Sub-region;
- provide technical backstopping to projects dealing with the livestock sector development in the Sub-region;
- ensure that livestock development is adequately integrated into the work of the Multidisciplinary Team;
- act as focal point for livestock development programmes relevant to the Sub-region, including thematic crosscutting initiatives such as, support to sustainable livelihoods, biodiversity, biosecurity; good agriculture practices (GAP),etc;
- maintain a watching brief on important animal diseases, in particular those of transboundary , zoonotic and emerging nature; and contribute to the formulation of policies and to the coordination of activities relating to the prevention and control of such diseases.
- identify sustainable livestock intensification and GAP issues relevant to the Sub-region including: breed conservation and improvement, improved husbandry, natural resource management, livestock marketing (including preservation and processing) of animal products;
- investigate opportunities of and advise on development at sub-sector level (e.g. poultry, pig, dairy);
- contribute to FAO’s regular programme activities on livestock development;
- plan, organize and participate in national and sub-regional capacity building programmes related to livestock development;
- maintain regular liaison with national/regional research and training institutions in the Sub-region and with concerned FAO officers in the Regional Office and at HQ;
- support livestock related emergency relief and rehabilitation programmes in the Sub-region;
- plan, organize and participate in Sub-regional conferences/meetings/workshops;
- perform other related duties as required.
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following: |
- University Degree in Veterinary Science or in Animal Science and a post-graduate qualification in Animal Production or Animal Health
- Seven years of relevant experience in livestock development programmes, including experience in Latin/South America and in livestock policy/strategy advice/formulation
- Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of Spanish or French.
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SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following: |
- Extent and relevance of experience in livestock development, especially in Latin America and/or the Caribbean and in livestock policy / strategy advice and formulation
- Extent and relevance of project/programme formulation and implementation experience and ability to organize emergency and/or livestock development programmes, strategies and campaigns
- Ability to analyse, interpret and synthesize scientific information, prioritize tasks, work independently and deal promptly with urgent issues
- Extent of negotiating and advisory skills as well as knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations and national governments
- Capacity to work in multi-disciplinary teams
- Extent of both oral and written communication skills (including ability to write concise reports)
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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-4 carries a net salary per year (inclusive of a variable element for post adjustment) from US$ 91,236 US$ 114,394 (without dependants) and from US$ 97,975 to US$ 123,552 (with dependants) |
TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants |
Send your application to: | V.A 2026-SLC
Ms Irene Hoffmann, Chief, Animal Production Service, AGAP
FAO Via delle Terme di Caracalla 00100 Rome ITALY
Fax No: +39 06 570 55749
E-mail: VA-2026-SLC@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/2000945 |
