Policy Officer (One Health), Rome, Italy

## Policy Officer (One Health), Rome, Italy - Organization:FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Policy Officer (One Health) Job Posting: 03/Sep/2026 Closure Date: 24/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM Organizational Unit : NSA Job Type: Staff position Type of Requisition : Professional Project Primary Location: Italy-Rome Duration : Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension Post Number : 2011106 The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments - FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture - Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply - Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values - FAO, 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 - All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks - All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality - FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The 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, forbetter production,better nutrition,a better environment,anda better life, leaving no one behind. Organizational Setting The Animal Production and Health Division (NSA) promotes and facilitates the sustainable transformation of the livestock sector, integrating scientific and technical expertise, policy advice, capacity development, innovation and field support. NSA hosts technical networks in areas related to animal production, animal health, genetics, feed, animal husbandry, biosecurity, antimicrobial resistance, zoonotic disease prevention and One Health. It provides analysis, policy dialogue, technical assistance and support to Members in strengthening sustainable animal production and health systems. FAO supports Members to build and implement effective collaborative One Health strategies and capacities, simultaneously addressing the health of people, animals, plants and the environment. One Health in agrifood systems transformation is a key Priority Programme Area and part of FAO's Strategic Framework. The One Health and Disease Control Branch under NSA leads and coordinates work on the prevention and control of endemic and emerging transboundary animal diseases and health threats that arise at the animal-human-plant-environment interface, including zoonoses and antimicrobial resistance. It contributes to FAO's work on One Health policy, Antimicrobial resistance (AMR ) , food safety, risk communication, sustainable livestock transformation, country capacity development and intersectoral coordination. The One Health coordination and AMR Cluster coordinates and implements work across FAO divisions to mainstream One Health and AMR in FAO activities, integrating scientific and technical expertise, policy advice, programme development and country support. Externally, the cluster supports FAO's collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme, the World Health Organization and the World Organisation for Animal Health as the Quadripartite to address health threats at the human-animal-plant-environment interface and to promote health and sustainable development. The position is located in the One Health and Disease Control Branch (NSAH/CJW), Animal Production and Health Division, at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. The Policy Officer (One Health) reports to the Chief, One Health and Disease Control Branch (NSAH-CJW). The Policy Officer (One Health) p rovides support to policy, programme and resource mobilization for the advancement of One Health approaches across agrifood systems, with emphasis on antimicrobial resistance, food safety, animal production and health, plant health, environmental health, risk communication and sustainable agrifood systems transformation. The Policy Officer (One Health) also supports Members in translating One Health principles into practical policies, governance mechanisms, programmes and investments. It contributes to strengthening country capacity, multisectoral coordination, implementation of relevant international standards and guidance, programme development and strategic partnerships. Moreover, the incumbent supports FAO's efforts to connect technical expertise, country demand and resource partner priorities into coherent and fundable One Health programmes. Development and implementation of coherent, integrated and effective policy assistance and governance i) in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework and its delivery mechanisms, and ii) in response to new policy assistance requests. - Provides technical and policy advice and/or support to FAO Members and relevant stakeholders in the development and implementation of their policies and programmes for improved food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture. - Advocates strategic partnerships, best practices and policy dialogue in support of enhanced governance for food and nutrition security, sustainable agriculture and food systems. - Participates in specialized or multidisciplinary teams and high-level policy analysis missions or projects, policy networks and/or international policy setting bodies. - Interacts with headquarters, Regional and Country Teams to improve cross-sectorial policies and strategies concerning food and nutrition security and sustainable development. - Designs and participates in resource mobilization activities. - Plans, organizes and participates in capacity development activities involving the provision of technical advice and assistance, and oversees the development of related materials, on-line tools and information kits. - Provides policy and technical support for the development and implementation of One Health strategies, governance frameworks and multisectoral coordination mechanisms in agrifood systems. - Supports the integration of One Health approaches across food safety, AMR, animal health, plant health, environmental health and sustainable agrifood systems programmes. - Supports Members in addressing AMR through improved governance, prudent antimicrobial use, surveillance, risk communication and evidence-based decision-making. - Promotes application of relevant international standards and guidance, including Codex Alimentarius, International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) and World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) frameworks. - Supports the design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of One Health projects and programmes aligned with FAO priorities and country needs. - Facilitates collaboration across FAO offices and with international and national partners, including Quadripartite organizations and development partners. - Contributes to resource mobilization, programme development and donor engagement for FAO's One Health portfolio. - Supports synergies with relevant FAO initiatives, including RENOFARM and InFARM, and perform other related duties as required. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING - Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political sciences, agricultural economics, development economics, rural sociology, food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture (including livestock, forestry and fisheries