About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU) is implementing the Pandemic Fund project ‘MAKE-READY – North Macedonia, Albania and Kosovo Emergency Ready’ to strengthen capacities for the prevention, early detection, and effective response to zoonotic disease threats through a One Health approach. In Kosovo, the project is executed in close collaboration with the Food and Veterinary Agency (FVA). The Local Project Management Specialist operates under the overall guidance of the Deputy Regional Representative/Regional Programme Leader and direct supervision of the Field Programme Officer. The specialist is responsible for project coordination, monitoring workplan progress and indicators, field implementation, organizing stakeholder meetings, drafting local terms of reference, and contributing to donor reporting.
Salary and benefits
- Paid position under National Project Personnel (NPP) contract category.
- Initial contract duration of up to 6 months with possible extension.
Who can apply?
- University degree in agriculture, economics, public or business administration, finance, accounting, social sciences, or another field related to FAO's mandate.
- At least five years of relevant working experience in project management and coordination.
- Working knowledge (level C) of English and Albanian.
- National of Serbia or Albania, or a resident of one of these two countries with a valid work permit.
- Knowledge of Serbian is considered an asset.
Required documents
- Accurate and complete online candidate profile on the FAO recruitment portal.
- Letter of motivation attached to the online profile.
When to apply
- Job posted: September 28, 2026.
- Closure date: October 19, 2026, at 11:59:00 PM.
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment website and register or log into your candidate account.
- Complete your online profile with accurate details on work history, academic qualifications, and language proficiency.
- Attach a letter of motivation to your candidate profile.
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal prior to the closing deadline.
Additional information
- FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment.
- Only higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) and aligned with ISCED mappings will be considered.
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness certification, security clearances, and residency or work permit verification.
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…
- You have a degree in agricultural, social, or administrative sciences and 5+ years of experience coordinating development or global health projects.
- You possess fluency in English and Albanian and hold nationality or valid work authorization in Serbia or Albania.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a short-term non-staff National Project Personnel contract for up to 6 months, so long-term job security is not guaranteed.
- Application eligibility is restricted specifically to citizens or work-permitted residents of Serbia or Albania.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides a strong practical opportunity for project management professionals in Western Balkans to gain UN agency experience, direct field project implementation skills, and exposure to One Health pandemic preparedness frameworks.
Our take
Qualified project management specialists from Serbia or Albania who meet the strict language and residency criteria should apply online before October 19, 2026.
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