The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) currently lists a broad range of roles across technical, programme and support areas — great for professionals and consultants working on agriculture, food systems, environment, rural development and humanitarian response. Below is a clear, publication-ready summary you can post on your site or share with your network.

At a glance

• Total vacancies listed: 123

• By contract type: Non-staff opportunities: 91 | Staff positions: 31 | Internships: 1

• Top job fields: Programme Evaluation & Management, Agriculture, Administration & Finance, Environment / Natural Resources / Climate Change, Nutrition & Food Security

• Common locations: Italy (Rome), Home-Based, Various field locations (incl. Lebanon, Mongolia, Brazil, Nepal, Pakistan, Senegal, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Pakistan, Lao PDR)

• Language: Most listings require strong English; additional languages may be needed depending on location.

Featured roles (examples & application deadlines)

(Use these as quick highlights — check the specific vacancy text for full requirements.)

• Evaluation Specialist (Home-Based) — Closure: 23 Sep 2025

• Economist (Professional, Italy — Rome) — Closure: 16 Sep 2025

• Assistant FAO Representative (Programme, Lebanon — Beirut) — Closure: 16 Sep 2025

• Machine Innovation Specialist (PSA, Brazil) — Closure: 08 Sep 2025

• Farmer Field School Specialist (PSA, Nepal — Kathmandu) — Closure: 04 Sep 2025

• Field Support Specialist (Consultant, South Sudan — Bentiu) — Closure: 15 Sep 2025

• Water Management Assistant (NPP, Pakistan — Tandojam) — Closure: 08 Sep 2025

(These are representative — many more technical and national positions are open across regions.)

Who should apply

• Professionals and consultants with experience in agriculture, rural development, livelihoods, natural resource management, food systems, monitoring & evaluation, gender, social safeguards, and project delivery.

• National candidates with strong local knowledge and presence are often eligible for National Project Personnel (NPP) posts.

• Early-career applicants can look for internships and entry-level General Service roles.

Practical application tips

• Create a profile on the FAO careers portal and complete your jobpage before applying.

• Carefully match your CV and cover letter to the specific vacancy requirements (technical competencies, languages, contractual type).

• Upload required documents (CV, motivation letter, copies of degrees, professional references) in the formats requested.

• Note the exact closing date and time listed on the vacancy — late applications are generally rejected.

• For national or field posts, highlight local experience, relevant language skills, and examples of results in similar contexts.

• Prepare to demonstrate both technical expertise and experience working in multicultural / multi-stakeholder environments.

Quick checklist before you apply

• CV tailored to the role and format requested

• Short, role-specific cover letter or motivation statement

• Copies of academic credentials and professional licences (if required)

• References or letters of recommendation (if requested)

• Proof of language proficiency (if required)

• Ensure availability for duty station dates and any mobility requirements

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by Agri-web. Interested applicants should visit FAO’s official careers portal for complete vacancy texts, application instructions and to verify deadlines. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to exercise due diligence before submitting any personal or sensitive information.