Senior Agricultural Officer (Plant Production And Protection)
Quick answer
FAO is hiring a Senior Agricultural Officer (Plant Production And Protection) in Accra, Ghana, to lead sustainable cropping systems and modern agriculture technologies, with a fixed-term appointment of two years.
- Role
- Senior Agricultural Officer (Plant Production And Protection)
- Organization
- FAO
- Location
- Accra, Ghana
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The Senior Agricultural Officer (Plant Production And Protection) position at FAO in Accra, Ghana, focuses on sustainable cropping systems, plant health, and modern agriculture technologies to address development needs and climate change adaptation.
What you'll do
- Lead the development of interventions in RAF region that use modern crop production and protection systems
- Promote the use of modern agriculture technologies to enhance productivity and resilience of cropping systems
- Provide regional leadership, technical oversight, and resource mobilization for sustainable crop production systems
- Strengthen institutional and human capacities for active participation in relevant FAO governance and normative mechanisms
- Support country level actions guided by FAO Country Programming Frameworks
- Lead the incorporation of context-appropriate innovations to enhance productivity and quality of produce
What it takes
- Advanced University degree in agronomy, plant science with specialization in seed science/technology, crop improvement
- Ten years of relevant experience with public or private sector institutions, international organizations
- Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another official FAO language
- Experience in planning and implementation of programmes related to plant protection
- Proven ability to mobilize resources
- Experience in organizing international meetings, seminars and training courses
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel, 30 working days of annual leave per year, pension fund entitlements, international health insurance, optional life insurance, disability protection
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Accra, Ghana.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile and submit your application well before the deadline date.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in agronomy, plant science with specialization in seed science/technology, crop improvement, ten years of relevant experience, and working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another official FAO language.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Accra, Ghana, and is not specified as remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on FAO's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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