About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Timor-Leste aims to assist the Government of Timor-Leste to develop policies, programmes, and projects to achieve food security, reduce hunger and malnutrition, help develop agricultural sectors, and use environmental and natural resources sustainably. FAO Timor-Leste is implementing programme initiatives related to climate resilience and natural resources management, including the Enhancing Early Warning Systems (EWS) project (GCF-EWS). FAO is recruiting a Graphic Illustrator to work with the project team on developing creative concepts, visual themes, and graphic illustrations that enrich training materials, messages, and advisories for dissemination and better comprehension by end users.
Salary and benefits
- Non-staff opportunity under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA)
- Professional experience within the United Nations specialized agency
Who can apply?
- University degree in fine arts, graphic design, or a related field, or relevant technical training/qualification
- Two years of experience in fine arts, graphic design, or a related field
- Working knowledge of English and Tetun, both written and spoken
Required documents
- Letter of motivation
- Complete online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (if applicable)
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 13/Aug/2026
- Closure Date: 27/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and sign in or create an account
- Complete your online profile accurately with 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
- Duration: 5 months (15 days to be worked)
- Organizational Unit: FATIM – FAO Representation to Timor-Leste
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process
- Appointment is subject to certification of medical fitness, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances
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…
- Graphic designers or fine arts graduates with at least two years of experience.
- Candidates based in or willing to work on-site in Dili, Timor-Leste.
- Professionals who are fluent in both English and Tetun.
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract is very short, totaling only 15 days of work over a five-month period.
- The role is highly specific to visual communication for climate resilience projects.
- Applicants must be prepared to provide language proficiency documentation if required.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a perfect 'side' project for a creative professional looking to use their design skills for social good. It offers a chance to contribute to important climate resilience initiatives in Timor-Leste while building a portfolio with UN-affiliated work.
Our take
Creative professionals in Timor-Leste who are looking for a short-term, project-based design role should apply; those seeking full-time employment will find this role unsuitable.
Ready to apply?
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