Young Professional Officer (Agricultural Biotechnologies)
Quick answer
FAO is hiring a Young Professional Officer (Agricultural Biotechnologies) in Rome, Italy, to support the development and implementation of programs related to agricultural biotechnologies for agrifood systems transformation and food security. The position is entry-level and requires a Master's degree in biotechnology with food security and international development focus, and one year of relevant experience. Compensation and benefits are competitive.
- Role
- Young Professional Officer (Agricultural Biotechnologies)
- Organization
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The Young Professional Officer (Agricultural Biotechnologies) position at FAO involves supporting the development and implementation of programs related to agricultural biotechnologies for agrifood systems transformation and food security.
What you'll do
- Assist with the development and implementation of programs and activities related to agricultural biotechnologies
- Analyze relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, and technology information
- Maintain records and update databases and web pages
- Provide technical support to various projects
- Collaborate in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars
- Participate in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations, and conferences
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in biotechnology with food security and international development focus
- One year of relevant experience in agrifood biotechnologies
- Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language
- Technical/functional skills in biotechnology, informatics, and scientific writing
- Experience in science communication and stakeholder engagement
- Experience in establishing and maintaining partnerships with government institutions, research organizations, universities, NGOs, civil society, farmers organizations, and private sector
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 Rome, Italy.
What is the compensation and benefits package?
Compensation and benefits are competitive and include 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, and disability protection.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in biotechnology with food security and international development focus, one year of relevant experience in agrifood biotechnologies, working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language, technical/functional skills in biotechnology, informatics, and scientific writing, experience in science communication and stakeholder engagement, and experience in establishing and maintaining partnerships with government institutions, research organizations, universities, NGOs, civil society, farmers organizations, and private sector.
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 the application well before the deadline date.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Rome, Italy, and the work schedule is not specified.
How to apply
Apply directly on Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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