About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the 2030 Agenda through its Strategic Framework supporting sustainable agrifood systems. The independent Office of Evaluation (OED) evaluates FAO’s strategies, programmes, and projects, including those addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation funded by the GEF and GCF in the Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Use (AFOLU) sector. OED requires a GHG Accounting Specialist to provide systematic technical guidance, conduct quality reviews of project-level GHG estimates, support transparency and documentation, and deliver capacity development and helpdesk support for OED staff and external evaluation consultants.
Salary and benefits
- Non-staff consultant / PSA opportunity with duration of up to 11 months, renewable subject to performance and availability of funds.
- Financial compensation provided as a consultant / Personal Services Agreement.
Who can apply?
- Advanced University degree or University degree in environmental science, climate change, natural resource management, forestry, agronomy, agricultural economics, or a closely related discipline from an IAU/UNESCO recognized institution.
- Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
- At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in GHG accounting, carbon flux estimation, or climate change mitigation assessment, with a demonstrated focus on the AFOLU sector.
- Demonstrated practical experience with at least two of the three tools covered in OED's Comparative Study: EX-ACT, the IPCC Inventory Software, and/or NEXT.
- Working knowledge (Level C) of English is required; working knowledge of French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian is desirable.
Required documents
- Online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 12/Aug/2026
- Closure Date: 02/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
- Ensure your profile is accurate, complete, and includes employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile.
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal before the deadline.
Additional information
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Appointment is subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit, accreditation, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- 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…
- Experts with at least seven years of experience in GHG accounting or climate change mitigation within the AFOLU sector.
- Professionals with demonstrated proficiency in tools like EX-ACT, IPCC Inventory Software, or NEXT.
- Candidates seeking a remote, home-based consultancy role.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is a non-staff consultancy, meaning it lacks the benefits of a permanent staff position.
- The 11-month duration is renewable, but this is contingent upon performance and the availability of funds.
- Candidates with only a bachelor's degree must have two additional years of professional experience beyond the seven-year requirement.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is perfect for a climate specialist looking to influence high-level evaluation and transparency in international development. It provides an opportunity to work with the FAO’s Office of Evaluation, offering a platform to refine technical guidance and capacity development skills on a global scale.
Our take
Highly experienced GHG accounting specialists with a focus on AFOLU should apply; those without the specific tool proficiency or the required years of experience may find this role less suitable.
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