About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) leads international efforts to defeat hunger and achieve food security for all. The FAO Regular Volunteer Programme provides opportunities for individuals to contribute their volunteer actions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO’s Strategic Framework, supporting the transition toward more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems. Volunteers are assigned to a field relevant to the mission and work of FAO under the supervision of an assigned supervisor for a duration of up to a maximum of 6 months.
Salary and benefits
- Opportunity to contribute to international efforts to end hunger and achieve food security.
- Gain professional experience within the United Nations system.
- Note: FAO does not provide any remuneration to volunteers.
Who can apply?
- Must have completed secondary school education.
- Working knowledge of at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian or Spanish).
- Must be nationals of FAO Members.
- Candidates should be aged 18 or older.
- Candidates should be able to adapt to an international multicultural environment and have good communication skills.
- Relevant working or research experience in one of the fields of the Organization.
- Candidates with family members employed by FAO under any type of contractual arrangement are not eligible.
Required documents
- Letter of motivation
- Copy of academic qualifications
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 24/Jan/2026
- Closure Date: 25/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile with employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Attach a letter of motivation and copy of academic qualifications to your online profile.
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal.
Additional information
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Selected candidates should have appropriate residence or immigration status in the proposed country of assignment prior to joining the Organization.
- 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…
- Individuals with relevant working or research experience in FAO's domains.
- Those with a working knowledge of at least one FAO language.
- Candidates aged 18+ who are nationals of FAO Member countries.
What should you think carefully about?
- FAO does not provide any remuneration for this volunteer position.
- You must have the appropriate residence or immigration status for the country of assignment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a practical way to gain international experience and professional exposure within the UN system for up to 6 months, specifically focusing on food security and hunger in the Asia-Pacific region.
Our take
A good fit for those who can self-fund a short-term volunteer placement in Asia and the Pacific to build a professional UN profile.
Ready to apply?
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