About the opportunity
Under the Joint Programme “Strengthening Sustainable Food Systems in the Bolivian Amazon to Live Well and in Harmony with Mother Earth (AMAS-1)”—implemented jointly by FAO, WFP, ILO, and IFAD—FAO is recruiting a Transformation Processes Technician. Stationed on-site in San Buenaventura, Department of La Paz, the technician operates under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator and general supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative. Key responsibilities include providing technical assistance to food processing plants, supporting freeze-drying (liofilización) and pulp extraction for Amazonian fruits (such as açaí, cupuaçu, Brazil nuts, and palm fruit), developing business plans prioritizing women and youth, designing training plans on good manufacturing practices, and training local producers.
Salary and benefits
- Temporary employment contract under the National Project Personnel (NPP) modality for a 4-month duration
- Competitive UN-standard national remuneration package based on qualifications and submitted salary expectations
- Provision of an official FAO vehicle for required field operations and technical assistance missions
Who can apply?
- Bolivian nationality
- Bachelor's degree (Licenciatura) in food industrial engineering, higher technician degree (técnico superior) in food, or related disciplines
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional work experience related to food production and transformation processes
- Working knowledge of Spanish
- Valid driver's license for 4-wheel and/or 2-wheel motor vehicles
- Experience in food quality control, freeze-drying processes, business plan elaboration/supervision, and technical assistance to processing facilities
- Knowledge of Bolivian national policies and legislation concerning forests, water, soil, biodiversity, territorial community governance, and indigenous rights
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and Microsoft Project
- Availability to travel across local communities and municipalities
Required documents
- Fully completed online candidate profile on the FAO recruitment portal
- Curriculum Vitae reflecting required experience and qualifications
- Academic degrees and credentials issued by institutions recognized in the IAU/UNESCO World Higher Education Database (WHED)
- Copy of valid driver's license
- Salary expectation statement (Pretensión Salarial)
When to apply
- Job opening posted: September 3, 2026
- Application deadline: September 17, 2026, at 21:59:00 UTC
- Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit applications well in advance of the deadline; late applications will not be accepted
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment portal (Jobs at FAO) and locate requisition number 2601876
- Log in or register an account and complete all sections of your online applicant profile
- Upload required supporting documents and provide salary expectations as requested
- Submit your electronic application prior to the closing deadline
- If technical support is needed, raise a support ticket at https://fao.service-now.com/csp
Additional information
- Work base is San Buenaventura, Department of La Paz, Bolivia, with functions performed strictly on-site
- Selected candidates will be subject to thorough reference and background checks
- FAO does not charge any application, processing, or interview fees at any stage of the recruitment process
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on all FAO premises
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Bolivian nationality with a degree in food industrial engineering or a related technical field.
- Experienced in food quality control and freeze-drying (liofilización) processes.
- Possess a valid driver's license for 4-wheel or 2-wheel vehicles.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a short-term, 4-month temporary contract.
- The role is strictly on-site in San Buenaventura, La Paz, requiring travel across local communities.
- Applicants must provide a salary expectation statement as part of the application.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a specialized, short-term engagement for a technician to strengthen sustainable food systems in the Bolivian Amazon. It is an excellent fit for those looking to gain experience in freeze-drying and pulp extraction for indigenous fruits while supporting women and youth in local business planning.
Our take
Bolivian nationals with specialized food engineering expertise in Amazonian fruit processing should apply, while those without a valid driver's license will be limited.
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