About the opportunity
The National Project Coordinator will lead, direct, execute, and monitor all activities under the project “Healthy and Sustainable Schools: Innovation and Strengthening of the School Feeding Program (PAE)” (UTF/DOM/034/DOM), implemented by INABIE with FAO technical support across eight priority provinces (Azua, San José de Ocoa, Peravia, Espaillat, San Juan, Santiago, La Vega, and Monte Plata). The coordinator will manage institutional coordination, technical deliverables, operational planning, and synergies with the Joint Program in the Yaque del Sur basin to advance Food and Nutrition Security, family farming integration, and sustainable school food environments.
Salary and benefits
- 12-month National Project Personnel (NPP) contract with the possibility of extension
- Professional experience working within a specialized United Nations agency alongside national government ministries and partners
Who can apply?
- Dominican Republic nationality
- Advanced university degree in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, or related disciplines, with specialized training (postgraduate or Master's) in food, nutrition, food and nutrition security, social protection, and/or development projects
- Minimum of 5 years of demonstrable experience working with initiatives that promote social protection, Food and Nutrition Security (SAN), and school feeding programs
- Working knowledge of Spanish (Level C)
- English language skills (Level B) are desirable
- Experience managing, monitoring, and evaluating projects for at least 5 years, including managing and coordinating at least two projects linked to Food and Nutrition Security
- Demonstrated experience in dialogue facilitation and capacity building with government actors at municipal, provincial, and national levels, as well as rural development and community training
- Familiarity with the work and programs of FAO and/or other UN agencies in this field is an asset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet tools
Required documents
- Completed online candidate profile through the FAO recruitment portal
- Proof of academic degrees recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) and aligned with ISCED standards
When to apply
- Application opening date: September 11, 2026
- Application closing deadline: September 25, 2026 (21:59:00 personal device time / September 26, 2026, 06:59:00 UTC)
How to apply
- Visit the FAO e-recruitment system (Jobs at FAO) via the official portal
- Create or log in to your account and complete all sections of the online profile
- Submit your application for Requisition ID 2601919 before the stated deadline
Additional information
- FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Only shortlisted candidates advancing to the panel interview stage will be contacted
- Incomplete applications and submissions received after the closing deadline will not be considered
- For technical support or inquiries, candidates can open a ticket at https://fao.service-now.com/csp
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…
- Dominican Republic nationality, which is a mandatory requirement for this National Project Personnel role.
- Advanced degree in Health or Social Sciences combined with at least 5 years of experience in food security or school feeding programs.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate dialogue and build capacity among government actors at various administrative levels.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires extensive coordination across eight provinces, so you should be prepared for the logistical demands of managing a multi-site project.
- This is a 12-month contract; while there is a possibility of extension, you should evaluate this against your current career stability goals.
- You must ensure your academic degrees are recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) to meet the application criteria.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for a development professional looking to make a tangible impact on national food security and school welfare in the Dominican Republic. It offers the chance to lead a high-profile project in partnership with government ministries, providing deep experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and the operational mechanics of UN-supported national initiatives.
Our take
Development professionals with strong local government connections and a background in nutrition or social protection should apply. Those without the required nationality or the specific project management experience in food security may find this role less suitable.
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