About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) country office in Zimbabwe is partnering with UNDP and the Government of Zimbabwe to implement the Zimbabwe Resilience Building Fund (ZRBF II) program, with funding support from the European Union and the Government of Ireland. The program aims to build resilience in vulnerable rural communities, ensure sustainable natural resources management, improve food security, and mitigate natural disasters. FAO is responsible for technical support to ZRBF II’s Outcome 2 regarding improved natural resources management, utilization, and environmental protection. The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will generate evidence of FAO’s technical contribution, verify partner results, and operationalize tracking tools.
Salary and benefits
- National Project Personnel (NPP) contract appointment for a duration of 6 months
- Professional experience within a specialized agency of the United Nations
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in monitoring and evaluation, agriculture, international development, humanitarian studies, sociology, statistics, or a related field
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring, learning and evidence generation, evaluation, research, technical assessment, and programme implementation
- Working knowledge of English
- Must be a national of Zimbabwe
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)
Required documents
- Completed online profile on the FAO recruitment portal including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation attached to the online profile
When to apply
- Job posting date: 08 September 2026
- Application deadline: 22 September 2026 at 9:59 PM (local device time)
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment website and complete or update your online profile
- Attach a letter of motivation to your profile
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal before the closing date
Additional information
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and appointment is subject to medical clearance, 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…
- Zimbabwean nationals with an advanced degree in M&E, agriculture, or international development.
- Professionals with at least five years of experience in evidence generation and program implementation.
- Individuals experienced in working with UN agencies or large-scale humanitarian resilience programs.
- Candidates skilled in operationalizing tracking tools for natural resource management.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a short-term, 6-month contract, which is best viewed as a temporary assignment rather than long-term employment.
- The role is on-site in Harare, and you must be a national of Zimbabwe to be eligible.
- The appointment is subject to rigorous background, medical, and security clearances, which can be a lengthy process.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a high-impact, short-term opportunity to contribute to a significant resilience-building program in Zimbabwe. It is ideal for a professional looking to leverage their M&E expertise to support food security and environmental protection, while gaining valuable experience within the UN system that can bolster a career in international development or humanitarian aid.
Our take
This is a great fit for experienced Zimbabwean M&E specialists seeking to make a tangible contribution to local resilience. It is not suitable for those looking for long-term job security or international relocation.
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