Young Professional Officer

pJob Description /p h3Job Posting /h3 p28/Sep/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p18/Oct/2026, 9:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : CSH /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p pType of Requisition : Professional /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p pDuration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension /p pPost Number : TBC /p pCCOG Code : 1A06 /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based ondate and time settings ofyour personal devicebr/The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. /p ul libFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture /b /li libQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply /b /li libEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /b /li libFAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination /b /li libAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /b /li libAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /b /li libFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. /b /li /ul pFAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /p pThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. /p pbOrganizational Setting /bbr/The FAO Human Resources Division serves as an enabler for the delivery of objectives set out in the Organization’s Strategic Framework. As a strategic partner, it engages with stakeholders to foster a culture of inclusivity, innovation and continuous development, whilst empowering all employees to contribute their best towards achieving a world free of hunger and malnutrition. The HR Division’s mission is to attract, develop and retain a diverse and highly skilled workforce by providing equitable opportunities and a supportive environment that enables employees to excel as well as foster collaboration and excellence to advance FAO’s mandate. /p pThe position is located in the within the Talent Outreach Team of the Talent Acquisition Branch of the Human Resources Division at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /p pThe Talent Acquisition Branch supports HR transformation and organizational effectiveness by enabling strategic, transparent and merit-based recruitment across the Organization. Through targeted outreach, evidence-based selection, proactive recruitment planning and expert advisory support, the Branch contributes to attract, assess and select high-calibre, diverse and qualified talent aligned with FAO’s mandate, values and evolving operational needs. /p pbReporting Lines /bbr/The Young Professional Officer (Talent Outreach and Young Talent Programmes) reports to the Deputy Director, HR Division. /p pbTechnical Focus /bbr/Support the coordination of talent outreach and of the young talent programmes such as the Young Professional Programme (YPP), the Junior Professional Officers (JPO) Programme and the FAO Global Internship, Volunteers and Fellows Programme (IVF), including United Nations Volunteers (UNV).br/Support the management of HR Partnerships in coordination with the Resource Mobilization Division (PSR) and Partnerships and UN Collaboration Division (PSU) as appropriate. /p pbKey Results /bbr/Research, technical analysis and programme/project related services to support the delivery of assigned HR programmes/projects, products and services. /p pbKey Functions /b /p ul liAnalyses relevant technical social, economic, environmental, and technology information, data and/or statistics for input in various documents. /li liMaintains records and updates databases and web pages. /li liProvides technical support to various projects. /li liCollaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars etc. /li liParticipates in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners. /li /ul pbSpecific Functions /b /p ul liSupports talent outreach, sourcing activities, and related initiatives by proactively planning recruitment needs, moni