Internship Programme for the World Food Forum

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 believes that everyone can contribute to ending hunger, and its mission is to promote sustainable agricultural practices and improve nutrition globally.

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 relevant to FAO's work. This program provides a unique learning opportunity for interns to supplement their academic knowledge with practical work assignments. Interns will engage in activities that contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework, particularly focusing on transforming agri-food systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. The internship will take place in the Office of Youth and Women (OYW) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, where the focus is on promoting youth and women's empowerment across agrifood systems through leadership, advocacy, and partnerships.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will perform various functions as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. Responsibilities may include supporting policy dialogues, contributing to gender equality initiatives, assisting in innovation projects, engaging in partnership and fundraising efforts, and participating in marketing, communications, and outreach activities. Interns may also be involved in cultural activities, AI and data management, event management, and other relevant tasks that align with the mission of the Office of Youth and Women.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a recognized educational institution at the time of application or be recent graduates. FAO only considers higher educational qualifications from institutions accredited in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). Candidates should specialize in fields relevant to FAO's mission and work. A working knowledge of at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) is required, and knowledge of a second FAO language is considered an asset. Candidates must be nationals of FAO member countries and should be aged between 21 and 30 years. Adaptability to an international multicultural environment and strong communication skills are essential.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from a higher education program in a field relevant to FAO's work. The educational institution must be recognized and accredited according to the World Higher Education Database (WHED).

Experience:
While specific prior work experience is not mandatory, relevant working experience in fields such as policy support, gender equality, innovation, partnership and fundraising, marketing, communications, cultural activities, AI and data management, or event management would be considered a strong asset for candidates applying for this internship.

Languages:
A working knowledge of at least one of the FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) is mandatory. Knowledge of a second FAO language is advantageous and will enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
This internship is an opportunity for young individuals to gain practical experience in a prestigious international organization. The duration of the internship and specific details regarding compensation and benefits may vary and should be confirmed with the hiring office. The internship is designed to be a full-time commitment, allowing interns to fully engage with the work of FAO and contribute to its mission.