About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in partnership with the Government of Armenia and other executing entities, is implementing an eight-year project funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) titled “Forest resilience of Armenia, enhancing adaptation and rural green growth via mitigation.” As part of this initiative, a Junior National Forest Restoration Specialist is being recruited to follow up and backstop activities in the Sisian nursery and forest restoration sites. The incumbent will deliver specific hands-on training to selected workers and Hayantar staff, oversee day-to-day technical implementation of silvicultural measures, conduct tree marking in compliance with selective upgrading methodology, and prepare concise monthly field visit reports.
Salary and benefits
- Professional involvement in an international United Nations project focused on forest resilience and climate change adaptation
- Gain field experience in forest and landscape restoration in Armenia
- Remuneration as part of the National Project Personnel (NPP) modality
Who can apply?
- University degree or secondary education preferably in forestry, natural resource management or a related field
- 1 year of relevant work experience in the field of forestry and training organization
- Working knowledge of English and Armenian
- National of Armenia
Required documents
- Letter of motivation
- Complete online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
When to apply
- Job posted on August 13, 2026
- Application deadline is August 25, 2026 at 9:59 PM (based on personal device date and time settings)
How to apply
- Visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile
- Review your profile to ensure it is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal before the deadline
Additional information
- The position is based in Sisian or Goris, Armenia, with local travel to project sites in Syunik Marz and other relevant areas as required.
- Duration of the appointment is up to eleven months, including a 3-month probation period.
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference, background checks, and medical fitness certification.
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…
- Armenian nationals with a degree in forestry or natural resource management.
- Early-career professionals with at least one year of experience looking for hands-on field work.
- Candidates willing to work on-site in the Syunik region (Sisian or Goris).
What should you think carefully about?
- The role involves significant field travel and physical work in forest restoration sites.
- The contract includes a three-month probationary period.
- The position is part of an eight-year project, which may offer potential for long-term engagement if performance is strong.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent entry point for a junior specialist to gain significant field experience in forest resilience and climate adaptation. It provides direct exposure to large-scale international projects, which is invaluable for a career in environmental management.
Our take
Aspiring forestry professionals in Armenia who are ready for field-based work should apply; those who prefer office-based roles or are unable to travel to the Syunik region should look elsewhere.
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