pJob Description - Statistical/Research Assistant ) /ppJob Description /ppbCALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT /b: /p pStatistical/Research Assistant /ph3Job Posting /h3p07/Oct/2026 /ph3Closure Date /h3p21/Oct/2026, 9:59:00 PM /ppOrganizational Unit : ESS - Statistics /ph3Job Type /h3pStaff position /ppType of Requisition : General Service /ph3Primary Location /h3pItaly-Rome /ppDuration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension /ppPost Number : /ppCCOG Code : 2201h /ppbIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /b /ppStaff in the General Service category are recruited locally from the Primary Location area, which is where the office is located. /ppbFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture /b /ppbQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply /b /ppbEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /b /ppbFAO, 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 /b /ppbAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /b /ppbAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /b /ppbFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. /b /ppFAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /ppThe 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. /ph3Organizational Setting /h3pThe Statistics Division (ESS) develops and advocates for the implementation of methodologies and standards for data collection, validation, processing and analysis of food and agriculture statistics. In these statistical domains, it also plays a vital role in the compilation, processing and dissemination of internationally comparable data and provides essential capacity building support to Member Nations. In addition, the Division disseminates many publications working papers and statistical yearbooks, that cover agricultural and food security relevant statistics (including prices, investments, production, trade and agri-environmental statistical data). /ppThe position is located in the Statistics Division (ESS) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /ph3Main Purpose /h3pThe Statistical/Research Assistant performs and coordinates the full range of technical,



procedural and record-keeping support duties contributing to statistical data collection and presentation. The incumbent ensures quality, validity and consistency of data and information produced and presented within the area of responsibility. /ph3Supervision Received/Exercised /h3pThe Statistical/Research Assistant works under direct supervision of the Senior Statistician/Team Leader of the Crops, Livestock and Food Statistics (CLFS) and general supervision of the Director and/or Deputy Director, ESS. Supervision received provides for technical and procedural guidance and on-the-job learning opportunities. Work is performed with initiative and independent judgement. Managerial guidance received is focused on the quality and validity of results. The incumbent may provide procedural and technical guidance to other statistical support staff. /ph3Working Relationships /h3pThe incumbent interacts, supports and cooperates with managers and staff on various levels within the Division, the entire Organization, including Decentralized Offices and external partners, in collecting and providing statistical information and analysis. /ph3Key Functions/Results /h3ulliSelect and extract relevant data to be used for construction and updating of databases or other statistical material; assist with specialized research and regularly update statistical information available in the Organization's Website. /liliDraft and edit statistical reports, including tables and graphs for analysis. /liliReview data prior to processing for computer storage or analysis; cross check data in a database to identify and redress inconsistencies. /liliAssist with the production of tabulations for publications and/or ad hoc reports; use and customize statistical software to respond to data editing requests from a variety of clients. /liliPrepare statistical material and documentation for internal and international meetings. /liliUse statistical software to assist with specific analyses and programme edits, such as to identify or forecast events, patterns and causal flows. /liliProvide guidance to staff on relevant statistical methods, systems and procedures; orient and train other statistical support staff in the work unit. /liliRecommend improvements to operating procedures and systems used. /liliPerform other duties as required. /li /ulh3Impact Of Work /h3pThe incumbent's work impacts directly on quality and consistency of statistical and research support activities. The incumbent plays a lead role in the provision of statistical programme support services for successful achievement of the organizational unit's mandate /ph3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3pbEducation /b: Secondary School Education. /ppbExperience /b: Four years of experience in statistical support work. /ppbLanguages /b:



Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English. /ppbIT Skills /b: Very good knowledge of standard MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment. /ppbResidency /b: General Service Staff are recruited locally. To be eligible for this position, candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing valid visa to work or a valid work permit and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the application. "Commuting distance" means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence. /ph3Technical Skills /h3ulliThorough knowledge of global agricultural production and trade statistics. /liliThorough knowledge of contemporary software used for data compilation and analysis (i.e. Microsoft Excel). /liliThorough knowledge of relevant corporate computerized systems, policies and procedures. /li /ulh3Desirable Qualifications And Skills /h3ulliIntermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). /liliVery good knowledge of the corporate structure and corporate statistical governance mechanisms. /liliVery good knowledge of Central Product Classification (CPC) and “Harmonized System (HS) international classifications. /liliVery good knowledge of statistical software (i.e, R). /liliVery good knowledge of Food Balance Sheets methodology used by FAO. /li /ul pFAO staff are expectedto adhereto FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, /ppRespect for All and Integrity and Transparency /p h3ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /h3ulliFAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing) /liliPlease 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 /liliThe length of the appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to extension of appointments /liliAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. /liliGeneral Service Staff are recruited locally. To be eligible for this position, candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing valid visa to work or valid work permit, and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the application. "Commuting distance" means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence. /liliNo international benefits will be payable as selected candidates are recruited locally and paid in the local currency of the office location /liliFor additional information visit the FAO employment website: /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr

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