FAO Regular Volunteer

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Position Title: FAO volunteer" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Regular Volunteer
Location: Rome
Country: Italy
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

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 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, malnutrition, and food insecurity, and it mobilizes volunteer services to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO's Strategic Framework for the 2030 Agenda. The organization emphasizes the importance of inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems for better production, nutrition, environment, and life, leaving no one behind.

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. Volunteers will be assigned to tasks relevant to FAO's mission and will report to an assigned supervisor. The role is designed for individuals who are passionate about food security and agricultural development, and who wish to make a meaningful impact in the fight against hunger and malnutrition. Volunteers will be expected to adapt to an international multicultural environment and demonstrate good communication skills while working collaboratively with diverse teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The specific duties and responsibilities of the volunteer will be outlined in the Terms of Reference (TOR) prepared by the hiring office. Generally, volunteers may be involved in various tasks such as supporting project implementation, conducting research, assisting in data collection and analysis, participating in meetings and workshops, and contributing to the development of reports and presentations. Volunteers are expected to actively engage in their assigned tasks and contribute to the overall objectives of the FAO.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed secondary school education and possess a working knowledge of at least one FAO language (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, aged 18 or older, and able to adapt to an international multicultural environment. Good communication skills are essential, and candidates should demonstrate a commitment to FAO's core values of integrity, respect, and transparency.

Educational Background:
The minimum educational requirement for this position is the completion of secondary school education. Additional qualifications or relevant coursework in fields related to food security, agriculture, or international development may enhance a candidate's application.

Experience:
While specific professional experience is not mandatory, relevant working or research experience in fields related to FAO's mission is considered beneficial. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of the challenges related to food security and agricultural development, as well as a commitment to the values and objectives of FAO.

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 advantageous and may enhance a candidate's competitiveness in the selection process.

Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, and processing. The organization encourages qualified female applicants, nationals of 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 Italy prior to joining FAO. Candidates with family members employed by FAO are not eligible for the volunteer programme. FAO does not provide remuneration to volunteers, and all applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.