Overview

The National Codex Specialist will support FAO-led activities to strengthen national Codex capacities in Pacific region countries. The role involves assisting an international consultant with project activities, providing organizational support for workshops and meetings, and preparing reports.

Tasks Summary

• Support advocacy activities and workshops to promote awareness of Codex work among national policy and decision-makers
• Support the development of Information Education and Communication (IECs) materials on Codex work for all relevant stakeholders
• Support Codex awareness activities and IEC materials during national and international day celebrations
• Support the coordination of training workshops as required by relevant project activities
• Support the development of the National Codex Procedural manual and a National Codex website

Experience Requirements

• Five years’ experience in food safety and food standard regulation practices, including developing and preparing training and guideline materials, writing of reports and conducting training workshops.
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work

Qualification Requirements

• University degree in Food Security, Nutrition, Agriculture, or a related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Working knowledge (level C) of English

Languages Preferred: • Extent and relevance of experience in the Pacific Islands/Small Island Developing States (SIDS) contexts are considered a strong asset • Familiarity with donor-funded projects and reporting requirements is desirable

Contract Duration: 100 days (NTE: 30 June 2026)

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