About the opportunity
Under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Peru, direct supervision of the Assistant Representative (Programme) and the Coordinator for Better Nutrition and Urban Food Agenda, the Specialist will analyze and systematize information on agrifood systems and sustainable urban development. The goal is to produce technical inputs and policy recommendations evaluating Lima’s Urban Food Agenda development from 2016 to 2025, documenting main activities, changes achieved, facilitating/inhibiting factors, and actionable lessons for other territories and FAO teams. Key deliverables include a analytical case study, a change narrative/specific case study (Lurín Valley Multi-stakeholder Platform or Pachacámac Soup Kitchen Network), and a policy brief.
Salary and benefits
- 6-month Personal Services Agreement (PSA) contract with the FAO Representation in Peru.
Who can apply?
- Peruvian national or resident in Peru with a valid work permit.
- University degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Agronomy, Food Industries, Engineering, or related fields.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in designing, implementing, analyzing, or evaluating agrifood systems, food security, or related programs/policies.
- Working knowledge of Spanish.
- Proven experience in at least 3 systematization studies, knowledge management, applied research, qualitative evaluations, or public policy analysis.
- Work experience in sustainable agrifood systems, food security and nutrition, food governance, or urban-rural food policies.
- Experience working with multi-stakeholder platforms in regional or local governments on territorial development or sustainable urban development.
- Desirable: Postgraduate studies in public policy, territorial development, agrifood systems, food security and nutrition, knowledge management, M&E, or sustainable urban development.
Required documents
- Completed online profile on the FAO recruitment portal.
- Academic credentials from an institution listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED maintained by IAU/UNESCO).
When to apply
- Publication Date: August 26, 2026.
- Application Deadline: September 9, 2026, at 21:59:00 (device/local time stated; unpublishing date in portal).
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment portal (FAO Employment site) and complete your online candidate profile.
- Submit your application through the portal prior to the application deadline.
- Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Additional information
- Job Requisition Number: 2601833.
- Primary Location: Lima, Peru (FAO Representation in Peru – FLPER).
- FAO does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Academic qualifications must align with International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) standards and WHED database listings.
- FAO applies a zero-tolerance policy against misconduct including sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and discrimination.
- Selected candidates undergo reference and background checks.
- Smoking is prohibited on 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…
- Peruvian nationals or residents with at least 7 years of experience in agrifood systems or food security.
- Experts in qualitative evaluation and public policy analysis with a proven track record of at least 3 systematization studies.
- Professionals with experience working with multi-stakeholder platforms in local or regional governments.
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract is a short-term Personal Services Agreement (PSA) lasting only 6 months.
- Applicants must be Peruvian nationals or residents with a valid work permit.
- The role requires a high volume of specific technical deliverables, including a case study and policy brief.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to contribute to the evaluation of a long-term urban food agenda (2016-2025) and produce actionable policy recommendations for the FAO. It fits well for those aiming to build a portfolio of systematization studies and high-level technical inputs for international organizations.
Our take
Highly recommended for Peruvian nationals or residents with a strong background in agrifood systems and public policy analysis, particularly those looking for a short-term, high-impact consultancy.
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