About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to achieving the 2030 Agenda through its Strategic Framework 2022-2031. In Equatorial Guinea, the FAO Representation works closely with the government and national and international partners to support priorities related to food and nutrition security, sustainable development of agricultural, livestock, fisheries, and forestry sectors, and natural resource management. The Programme and Operations Assistant will provide programmatic and operational support to the Representation, assisting in planning, implementation, monitoring, and documentation of FAO programs and projects in the country. The role involves supporting the preparation and updating of programmatic and operational documents, gathering information, monitoring activities and deadlines, and updating corporate systems and records.
Salary and benefits
- Remuneration as a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) holder
- Professional experience within a specialized agency of the United Nations
Who can apply?
- University degree/licenciatura in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, Social Sciences, International Relations, or related fields
- Three (3) years of relevant experience in program and project management support, administration and operations, activity coordination, process monitoring, and/or similar functions
- Working knowledge (level C) of Spanish
- Nationality of Equatorial Guinea or resident in Equatorial Guinea with a regular work permit
Required documents
- Complete online profile on the FAO recruitment portal
- Academic degrees or credentials obtained from an institution included in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)
When to apply
- Publication date: August 21, 2026
- Application deadline: September 4, 2026 at 21:59:00
How to apply
- Go to the FAO recruitment website (Empleo en la FAO)
- Complete your online profile
- Submit your application through the recruitment portal
Additional information
- Position number: N/A
- Grade level: N/A
- Duration: 11 months
- Organizational unit: FREQG – FAO Partnership and Liaison Office in Equatorial Guinea
- Requisition type: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
- FAO does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
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…
- Equatorial Guinean nationals or residents with a valid work permit.
- Professionals with three years of experience in program support, administration, or project monitoring.
- Candidates with a degree in business, economics, international relations, or related fields.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is an 11-month Personal Services Agreement (PSA), which differs from standard staff contracts.
- The role is highly administrative, focusing on documentation, system updates, and process monitoring.
- Applicants must ensure their academic credentials are verified via the WHED database.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain operational experience within a UN agency. It is well-suited for someone looking to refine their skills in project management and international development operations over the course of nearly a year.
Our take
Equatorial Guinean residents with strong administrative backgrounds should apply if they are seeking a mid-term professional engagement with the FAO. It is less suitable for those looking for long-term staff positions.
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