Under the supervision of the Director of the Liaison Office in North America (LOW), the incumbent performs the following duties:
* Support FAO’s technical engagement with institutional partners on issues of mutual concern, to enhance understanding and contribute to related policy discussions;
* Identify, analyze and report on developments regarding government policies, legislation, programmes and events relevant to the programmes and objectives of the Organization;
* Liaise with financial institutions, other inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations in consultation with concerned units at Headquarters. Report pertinent developments and advise on possible follow-up to FAO Headquarters and, where relevant, to Decentralized Offices;
* Undertake collaborative activities and contribute to knowledge networks with government, research institutions, civil society and the private sector on topics of importance to FAO’s mission;
* Attend meetings on specific matters; liaise, follow up and report to responsible technical divisions;
* Represent the Organization at national conferences, inter-agency consultations and task force meetings, make presentations and hold discussions with officials and other stakeholders;
* In collaboration with other members of the LOW team raise awareness of FAO’s contributions and messages to a broader North American audience on food, agriculture, rural development and humanitarian issues through presentations, publications and the LOW web site;
* May serve as Officer-in-Charge, LOW, when needed and provide advice and support to the LOW Director as well as provide oversight to the administrative staff of the office;
* Perform other related duties as required.