Youth Affairs Specialist

LocationRome, Italy

LevelSenior

Posted1w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

FAO is hiring a Senior Youth Affairs Specialist in Rome, Italy, to develop and execute strategies for the World Food Forum (WFF) tracks and programs, focusing on youth empowerment in agrifood systems transformation.

Role: Youth Affairs Specialist
Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Location: Rome, Italy
Level: Senior
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Youth Affairs Specialist at FAO will develop and execute strategies for the World Food Forum (WFF) tracks and programs, focusing on youth empowerment in agrifood systems transformation. This role involves coordinating with partners, creating content for events, managing key activities, and leading engagements with external stakeholders.

What you'll do

Coordinate and collaborate with partners to further amplify the messages, events and content of the WFF
Create and adapt content for the activities and support key meetings and events
Collaborate with all required FAO divisions and partners to execute the activities and keep to the agreed timelines
Manage the preparation and organization of the World Food Forum key events
Lead engagements with external partners to enhance and execute campaigns
Support the Coordinator of the WFF in other tasks that may arise

What it takes

Advanced University degree in relevant fields
At least one year of relevant experience for category C
Five years for category B, ten years for category A
Working knowledge of English
Strong English writing skills
Limited knowledge of a second FAO language is an asset

What you'll bring

Strategy developmentContent creationEvent coordinationStakeholder engagementCommunicationProject management

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Rome, Italy.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, relevant experience, working knowledge of English, and strong English writing skills.

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.

Is the job remote?

The job is not specified as remote or on-site, and no remote eligibility quote is provided.

How to apply

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