Global Initiative Facilitator

About the opportunity

The Global Initiative Facilitator will support the implementation of the Together for the Expansion of Resilient and Restorative Agroforestry and Agroecology (TERRA) initiative at the global level. This initiative, part of the COP 30 Action Agenda, aims to scale up agroecology and agroforestry systems to restore biodiversity, enhance climate adaptation, and strengthen food security. The Facilitator will serve as the primary focal point for global coordination, fostering dialogue among founding members, institutional partners, and other stakeholders. This is a home-based, non-staff National Project Personnel (NPP) position with a duration of 4 months under the FAO Representation in Brazil.

Salary and benefits

• National Project Personnel (NPP) contract for a duration of 4 months.
• Opportunity to work with a major United Nations specialized agency (FAO) and global partners.
• Home-based work arrangement offering flexibility.

Who can apply?

• National of Brazil.
• Advanced university degree in Environmental Sciences, Agriculture, Rural Development, Public Policy, International Relations, Economics, Public Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in the design, coordination, and implementation of programs related to sustainable rural development, agroecology, productive forests, landscape restoration, climate action, biodiversity conservation, bioeconomy, or related fields.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English and Portuguese.

Required documents

• Completed online profile on the FAO recruitment portal.
• Letter of motivation attached to the online profile.
• Evidence of higher educational qualifications from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by the closure date of August 28, 2026, at 9:59:00 PM (based on the candidate's personal device settings).
• Job posting date: August 14, 2026.

How to apply

• Visit the FAO recruitment website 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 a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Only higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) will be considered.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit, security clearances, and verification checks.
• FAO is a non-smoking environment.