Organizational Setting

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, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

The Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) is responsible for leading FAO's response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO's priority activities in the region. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the Organization in the region and, in collaboration with the Divisions, Offices and Centres at headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO's strategic response to regional priorities. RAP also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization's Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region, monitors the level of programme implementation, and draws attention to problems and deficiencies. RAP develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) and regional intergovernmental organizations. The Regional Office supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region.

The post is located in the FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) in Bangkok, Thailand.

Reporting Lines

The Junior Office Assistant reports to the Senior Animal Health and Production Officer with day-to-day supervision provided by the Senior Office Assistant in the Animal Health and Production Module (AHP). 

Technical Focus

The Junior Office Assistant will provide support in administrative work for Pandemic Fund Programme.

Tasks and responsibilities

•    Sort, register and route correspondence; type and format routine documentation, tables, reports, etc.;
•    Receive and direct telephone calls and visitors; respond to routine inquiries and/or refer to appropriate contacts;
•    Enter, retrieve, structure and update selected information and data from easily accessible sources (e.g. Intra/Internet, office files, etc.); present results in standard format;
•    Set up and maintain office files and reference systems according to standard procedures;
•    Upon instructions, initiate basic transactions in computerized financial / travel / Human Resources systems;
•    Support the organization and administration of meetings, workshops and events;

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
    
•    Secondary school Education
•    1 year of relevant experience in basic transactions in computerized financial / travel / Human Resources systems
•    Working knowledge of English
•    Working knowledge of the official language of the country 
•    National of Thailand or resident in the country with a valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

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