FAO Regular Volunteer Programme for Asia
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 and healthy lives. FAO's mission is to end hunger, malnutrition, and food insecurity, and it actively engages in initiatives that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through the transformation of agri-food systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. FAO believes that everyone can contribute to ending hunger and works to mobilize volunteer services from citizens of its member countries to support this mission.
Job Overview:
The FAO Regular Volunteer Programme offers individuals the opportunity to contribute to the organization's mission by engaging in volunteer actions that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework. Volunteers will be assigned to tasks relevant to FAO's mission and will report to an assigned supervisor. The programme aims to mobilize a broad base of volunteer services to tackle issues related to hunger, malnutrition, and food insecurity. Volunteers will be expected to adapt to an international multicultural environment and demonstrate good communication skills. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience in international development and contribute to meaningful change in the field of food security and agriculture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Volunteers will perform functions as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. This may include conducting research, assisting in project implementation, participating in community outreach, and supporting various initiatives aimed at improving food security and agricultural practices. Volunteers are expected to collaborate with other team members, contribute to discussions, and share knowledge and insights that can enhance FAO's efforts in achieving its goals. They will also be involved in reporting on their activities and outcomes, ensuring that their contributions are aligned with FAO's strategic objectives.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed secondary school education and possess a working knowledge of at least one FAO language, which includes Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish. Knowledge of a second FAO language is considered an asset. Candidates should be nationals of FAO member countries and must be aged 18 or older. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate the ability to adapt to an international multicultural environment and possess good communication skills. FAO values commitment, respect for all, and integrity and transparency, and candidates are expected to adhere to these values.
Educational Background:
The minimum educational requirement for this position is the completion of secondary school education. Candidates are encouraged to have additional qualifications or training relevant to the fields of agriculture, food security, or international development, although specific higher education degrees are not mandated for this volunteer role.
Experience:
While specific professional experience is not required, relevant working or research experience in fields related to FAO's mission is advantageous. Candidates should demonstrate a willingness to learn and engage in volunteer activities that contribute to FAO's objectives. Experience in multicultural environments or previous volunteer work can enhance a candidate's application.
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 beneficial and may enhance a candidate's ability to contribute effectively to 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 volunteer programme. It is important to note that FAO does not provide any remuneration to volunteers. Candidates are encouraged to apply well before the deadline and ensure their application is complete, as 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 and healthy lives. FAO's mission is to end hunger, malnutrition, and food insecurity, and it actively engages in initiatives that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through the transformation of agri-food systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. FAO believes that everyone can contribute to ending hunger and works to mobilize volunteer services from citizens of its member countries to support this mission.
Job Overview:
The FAO Regular Volunteer Programme offers individuals the opportunity to contribute to the organization's mission by engaging in volunteer actions that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework. Volunteers will be assigned to tasks relevant to FAO's mission and will report to an assigned supervisor. The programme aims to mobilize a broad base of volunteer services to tackle issues related to hunger, malnutrition, and food insecurity. Volunteers will be expected to adapt to an international multicultural environment and demonstrate good communication skills. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience in international development and contribute to meaningful change in the field of food security and agriculture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Volunteers will perform functions as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. This may include conducting research, assisting in project implementation, participating in community outreach, and supporting various initiatives aimed at improving food security and agricultural practices. Volunteers are expected to collaborate with other team members, contribute to discussions, and share knowledge and insights that can enhance FAO's efforts in achieving its goals. They will also be involved in reporting on their activities and outcomes, ensuring that their contributions are aligned with FAO's strategic objectives.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed secondary school education and possess a working knowledge of at least one FAO language, which includes Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish. Knowledge of a second FAO language is considered an asset. Candidates should be nationals of FAO member countries and must be aged 18 or older. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate the ability to adapt to an international multicultural environment and possess good communication skills. FAO values commitment, respect for all, and integrity and transparency, and candidates are expected to adhere to these values.
Educational Background:
The minimum educational requirement for this position is the completion of secondary school education. Candidates are encouraged to have additional qualifications or training relevant to the fields of agriculture, food security, or international development, although specific higher education degrees are not mandated for this volunteer role.
Experience:
While specific professional experience is not required, relevant working or research experience in fields related to FAO's mission is advantageous. Candidates should demonstrate a willingness to learn and engage in volunteer activities that contribute to FAO's objectives. Experience in multicultural environments or previous volunteer work can enhance a candidate's application.
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 beneficial and may enhance a candidate's ability to contribute effectively to 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 volunteer programme. It is important to note that FAO does not provide any remuneration to volunteers. Candidates are encouraged to apply well before the deadline and ensure their application is complete, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
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