Tasks and responsibilities

•    Support the planning and coordination of the development and strengthening of relevant strategies, policies, directives, guidelines, procedures and other corporate documents on PSEA.
•    Provide substantial technical support to the implementation of a victim/survivor-centred approach at the Institutional and country levels.
•    Contribute to the development of guidance briefing notes and talking points, monitor emerging trends, data and information relevant to PSEA and prepare FAO inputs to internal and external reports regarding FAO PSEA initiatives and results.
•    Respond to queries and contribute to the preparation of reports to Management, Governing bodies, etc. for review.
•    Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive the development and implementation of the FAO PSEA Action Plan.
•    Technically support the implementation of standards and requirements under the UN Protocol on SEA Allegations involving Implementing Partners and in line with FAO PSEA Policy (AC 2024/09);
•    Provide technical support to the development of PSEA related tools and resources;
•    Provide technical support and guidance to PSEA Focal Points and other stakeholders in FAO country operations; and through the FAO PSEA Community of Practice.
•    Support the implementation of SEA risk management tools within FAO country operations.
•    Support the production of periodic compliance and internal control reports for focus countries by reviewing and contributing to the PSEA-dedicated section within these reports.
•    Support and/or Lead PSEA capacity development, training sessions and technical clinics, as required.
•    Contribute to the development and operationalization of accessible and inclusive SEA grievance mechanisms.
•    Support the PSEA Technical Officer in participating in inter-agency relevant PSEA and PSEA-related technical committees and working groups (such as the IASC PSEA Focal Points Group, UN PSEA Working Group, etc.) as required.
•    Perform any other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

•    University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in political science, law, human rights, humanitarian affairs, international development or other relevant area.
•    At least 5 years (Category B) or 10 years (Category A) of relevant experience in Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Safeguarding, Child Protection, Gender-based violence/Victim assistance or related area.
•    Working knowledge (level C) of English.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

•    Work experience in more than one location or area of work, with experience in field locations and humanitarian settings particularly desirable;
•    Strong analytical, written and oral communication skills, as well as conceptual thinking.
•    Proven project management skills;
•    Demonstrable report and presentation writing skills;
•    Ability to collect, collate and analyse data in an efficient manner; familiarity with data protection standards and confidentiality;
•    Demonstrated ability to analyse problems, make appropriate recommendations, effective decisions, including in emergency settings;
•    Experience working on prevention and response to sexual exploitation and abuse in humanitarian and complex emergencies particularly desirable;
•    Familiarity with the UN system and global coordination structures (e.g. IASC) an advantage;
•    Sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity, gender issues and victim/survivor rights.