To advance the 2030 Agenda and foster the shift towards more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems, promoting better production, enhanced nutrition, a healthier environment, and an improved quality of life for all, the FAO Regular Volunteer Programme actively engages citizens from Member States. This initiative aims to make significant contributions to ending hunger, addressing malnutrition, and combating food insecurity.
Reporting Lines
The volunteer will be accountable to an assigned supervisor.
Technical Focus
The volunteer will be placed in a field relevant to FAO’s mission and work.
Tasks and Responsibilities
The volunteer will execute the functions outlined in the Terms of Reference (TOR) provided by the hiring office.
Minimum Requirements
- Completion of secondary school education.
- Proficiency in at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish). Knowledge of a second FAO language is advantageous.
- Nationals of FAO Members.
- Age of 18 or older.
- Ability to adapt to an international multicultural environment with effective communication skills.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Relevant working or research experience in one of the Organization’s fields.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Candidates are required to upload a letter of motivation and a copy of academic qualifications to their online profile.
- Complete your profile and then proceed to apply through the FAO recruitment portal. Applications submitted only through this portal will be reviewed.
- Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
- The screening process will assess your application based on the provided information in your online profile.
- Personal information shared in your application may be disclosed within FAO and to external entities facilitating employment support services, such as application pre-screening, assessment tests, background checks, and related services. Your consent will be sought before submitting the application, and you retain the right to withdraw consent at any time. If withdrawn, FAO won’t be able to consider your application further.
- Candidates not selected before the closing date, desiring continuous consideration for potential assignments, are advised to re-apply during new calls.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the FAO 2024 Regional Volunteer Programme
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