Internship Programme for Latin America and the Caribbean
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is a specialized agency 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 over 195 member countries and operates in more than 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, and it believes that everyone can contribute to this goal.
Job Overview:
The internship-programme" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Internship Programme at FAO is designed to attract talented young individuals who are motivated to share their innovative ideas and academic experiences in the fields related to FAO's work. The programme offers a unique opportunity for interns to supplement their academic knowledge with practical work assignments, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework aimed at transforming agri-food systems for better production, nutrition, environment, and life. Interns will report to assigned supervisors and will be involved in various fields of work based on their profiles and the organization's needs, allowing them to gain valuable insights and experience in international development and food security.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will perform tasks as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. Responsibilities may include conducting research, assisting in project implementation, supporting data analysis, and contributing to reports and presentations. Interns are expected to engage actively in team discussions, share their perspectives, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. They will also have the opportunity to participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance their skills and knowledge in relevant areas.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be enrolled in or have recently graduated from an accredited higher education institution, specializing in fields relevant to FAO's mission. They should possess a working knowledge of at least one of the FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish), with knowledge of a second language considered an asset. Candidates must be nationals of FAO member countries and should be aged between 21 and 3
Educational Background:
Candidates are required to be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme at a recognized educational institution at the time of application or be recent graduates. FAO only considers qualifications from institutions accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
Experience:
While specific prior experience is not mandatory, candidates should have relevant academic studies in fields related to FAO's work. The internship is aimed at individuals who are looking to gain practical experience in international development and food security.
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 and may enhance a candidate's application.
Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. The organization encourages applications from qualified female candidates, nationals of 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). Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend unless sponsored by their universities or other entities. Candidates must have appropriate residence or immigration status in the proposed country of assignment prior to joining FAO. Those with family members employed by FAO are not eligible for the internship programme. Applications must be submitted through the FAO recruitment portal, and incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is a specialized agency 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 over 195 member countries and operates in more than 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, and it believes that everyone can contribute to this goal.
Job Overview:
The internship-programme" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Internship Programme at FAO is designed to attract talented young individuals who are motivated to share their innovative ideas and academic experiences in the fields related to FAO's work. The programme offers a unique opportunity for interns to supplement their academic knowledge with practical work assignments, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework aimed at transforming agri-food systems for better production, nutrition, environment, and life. Interns will report to assigned supervisors and will be involved in various fields of work based on their profiles and the organization's needs, allowing them to gain valuable insights and experience in international development and food security.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will perform tasks as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. Responsibilities may include conducting research, assisting in project implementation, supporting data analysis, and contributing to reports and presentations. Interns are expected to engage actively in team discussions, share their perspectives, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. They will also have the opportunity to participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance their skills and knowledge in relevant areas.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be enrolled in or have recently graduated from an accredited higher education institution, specializing in fields relevant to FAO's mission. They should possess a working knowledge of at least one of the FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish), with knowledge of a second language considered an asset. Candidates must be nationals of FAO member countries and should be aged between 21 and 3
- Additionally, they should demonstrate adaptability to an international multicultural environment and possess strong communication skills.
Educational Background:
Candidates are required to be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme at a recognized educational institution at the time of application or be recent graduates. FAO only considers qualifications from institutions accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
Experience:
While specific prior experience is not mandatory, candidates should have relevant academic studies in fields related to FAO's work. The internship is aimed at individuals who are looking to gain practical experience in international development and food security.
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 and may enhance a candidate's application.
Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. The organization encourages applications from qualified female candidates, nationals of 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). Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend unless sponsored by their universities or other entities. Candidates must have appropriate residence or immigration status in the proposed country of assignment prior to joining FAO. Those with family members employed by FAO are not eligible for the internship programme. Applications must be submitted through the FAO recruitment portal, and incomplete applications will not be considered.
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