About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) collaborates with the Government of Paraguay to advance food security, sustainable rural development, and responsible natural resource management. To maintain coherent institutional communication aligned with global and regional priorities, the FAO Country Representation in Paraguay is recruiting a Multimedia Communication Assistant. Operating under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Paraguay and the direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme), in coordination with the Communication Specialist, the incumbent delivers technical and operational support across institutional communication, multimedia production, digital asset management, and field event coverage.
Salary and benefits
- Personal Services Agreement (PSA) contract with FAO in Paraguay
- Initial 2-month duration with possibility of extension based on performance and institutional needs
- Professional experience within a United Nations specialized agency
Who can apply?
- Be a Paraguayan national or a legal resident in Paraguay with a valid work permit
- Hold a university degree in Communication Sciences, Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a related field
- Possess at least two (2) years of demonstrable experience in institutional communication, organizational communication, multimedia content production, graphic/digital design, or basic photo and video editing
- Demonstrate working knowledge of Spanish (CEFR Level C)
- Be available and willing to travel frequently across Paraguay for institutional coverage and field missions
Required documents
- Completed online candidate profile submitted via the official FAO recruitment portal
- Evidence of academic degrees obtained from recognized higher education institutions listed in the IAU/UNESCO World Higher Education Database (WHED)
When to apply
- Applications opened: October 12, 2026
- Application deadline: October 26, 2026 at 22:59:00 (device time zone; 2026-10-26)
How to apply
- Navigate to the FAO external career portal (jobs.fao.org)
- Create or log in to your candidate account and fill out your complete profile online
- Attach all required educational and professional credentials
- Submit your electronic application for job opening 2602111 before the stated deadline
Additional information
- Prior experience working with international organizations, public institutions, civil society organizations, or communications agencies is considered an asset
- Working knowledge of Guaraní (CEFR Level B) is desirable
- Proficiency in design and multimedia tools (such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Canva, CapCut, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace) is highly valued
- FAO does not charge any application, processing, or training fees at any stage of the recruitment process
- All candidates selected are subject to reference checks and background verification in accordance with United Nations standards
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…
- Early-career multimedia communicators and graphic designers based in Paraguay seeking United Nations system experience
- Professionals with solid skills in photography, video editing, social media management, and branding guidelines who are comfortable in both office and field settings
- Candidates proficient in Spanish and conversant in Guaraní who possess strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered on a short-term Personal Services Agreement (PSA) for an initial period of 2 months, though extensions are possible
- Eligible applicants must already hold Paraguayan nationality or have legal residency and work authorization in Paraguay; relocation or international visa sponsorship is not provided
- The role involves frequent domestic travel across Paraguay for field coverage and technical missions
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This appointment offers an immediate entry point into the UN communications ecosystem for early- to mid-career communication professionals in Paraguay. It provides practical exposure to international development communications, social media strategy, and field documentation supporting agrifood system resilience.
Our take
A compelling short-term opportunity for locally authorized multimedia and journalism professionals in Paraguay who want high-visibility institutional communication experience and are prepared for rapid deployment and domestic travel.
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