Fellow

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all. Established in 1945, FAO has grown to include 195 member countries and operates in over 130 countries worldwide. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. FAO's mission is to end hunger and improve nutrition and food security, aligning its efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals to create more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems.

Job Overview:
The Fellow position is designed to attract individuals, typically PhD students, researchers, and professors, who possess advanced technical knowledge and experience relevant to the fields of the FAO. The fellows will engage in specialized learning objectives while contributing their expertise through time-bound arrangements with the organization. The assignments will align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework, focusing on transforming agri-food systems for better production, nutrition, environment, and overall quality of life. The fellow will report to an assigned supervisor and will be assigned to various fields of work based on their profile and the organization's needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The fellow will perform functions as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. This may include conducting research, contributing to projects, collaborating with teams, and providing technical expertise in relevant areas. The fellow is expected to adapt to an international multicultural environment, demonstrate effective communication skills, and engage in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives. Specific tasks will be determined based on the fellow's background and the organization's requirements.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a graduate or post-graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) or be enrolled in a PhD program at a recognized educational institution at the time of application. FAO only considers higher educational qualifications from institutions accredited in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). Additionally, candidates should have at least two years of relevant working or research experience in one of the fields of the organization. They must also be nationals of FAO member countries and demonstrate the ability to adapt to a multicultural environment with strong communication skills.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a graduate or post-graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant field. Candidates who are currently enrolled in a PhD program or have recently graduated are also eligible to apply. It is essential that the educational qualifications are obtained from institutions recognized by the World Higher Education Database (WHED).

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of two years of relevant working or research experience in fields pertinent to the FAO's mission. This experience should demonstrate the candidate's ability to contribute effectively to the organization's goals and objectives.

Languages:
A working knowledge of at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) is mandatory. Knowledge of a second FAO language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate and collaborate within the organization.

Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or processing. The organization encourages qualified female applicants, nationals from non- and under-represented member countries, and candidates from Low-Income Food-Deficit Countries (LIFDCs), Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Land-locked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to apply. Selected candidates must have appropriate residence or immigration status in the proposed country of assignment prior to joining FAO. Candidates with family members employed by FAO under any contractual arrangement are not eligible for the Fellows Programme. It is important to note that FAO does not provide remuneration to fellows; they must be fully sponsored by an external entity, which should be mentioned in the application. To apply, candidates must complete their online profile on the FAO recruitment website, ensuring it is accurate and includes all relevant information. Applications must include a research proposal and evidence of attendance at a recognized university or copies of academic qualifications. Only applications submitted through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed.