About the opportunity
Under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Haiti, the Zonal Coordinator for Grand Sud, and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Administrative and Financial Assistant will support the financial, budgetary, and administrative management of the project in accordance with FAO, UNEP, and national partner procedures. The role involves coordinating financial execution monitoring, preparing budgets, annual work plans, financial reports, and project closure activities while ensuring accounting compliance and efficient resource utilization. The position is based in Les Cayes, Haiti, for an initial duration of 3 months with the possibility of renewal.
Salary and benefits
- Remuneration as a National Project Personnel (NPP)
- Professional experience within a specialized United Nations agency
Who can apply?
- Must hold a university degree in accounting, financial management, or a closely related field
- At least five years of relevant professional experience, preferably in project management with multilateral or international funding organizations
- Fluency in French and Creole
- Must be a national of Haiti
Required documents
- University degree certificates from recognized institutions listed in the WHED/UNESCO database
- Online application form via the FAO recruitment portal
When to apply
- Publication date: 12 August 2026
- Closing date: 26 August 2026 at 21:59:00
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment portal (Jobs at FAO)
- Fill out and submit the online application form before the deadline
- Ensure applications are submitted with sufficient time prior to the closing date
Additional information
- Requisition Type: NPP (National Project Personnel)
- Organizational Unit: FLHAI – FAO Representation in Haiti
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Candidates must adhere to FAO values: commitment to the organization, respect for all, integrity, and transparency.
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…
- You are a Haitian national with a university degree in accounting or financial management.
- You have at least five years of relevant professional experience in project management.
- You are fluent in both French and Creole.
What should you think carefully about?
- The initial contract is for three months, though it does offer the possibility of renewal.
- The position is based in Les Cayes, Haiti, requiring you to be local or willing to work on-site in that specific region.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is ideal for a finance or administrative professional looking to gain experience within a specialized United Nations agency. It offers a chance to contribute directly to climate resilience efforts in Haiti, providing a meaningful way to utilize your financial expertise for humanitarian and environmental impact.
Our take
Haitian financial professionals with project management experience should consider this role as a valuable step toward working with international organizations.
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