About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is hiring a National Professional Officer (National Forestry Programme) to be located within the Halting Deforestation, Degradation and Emissions Team (HDDE) at the FAO Representation in Jakarta, Indonesia. The incumbent will lead technical cooperation with the Government of Indonesia to advance efforts to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD+), strengthen national forest monitoring systems, and support initiatives related to peatlands, mangroves, and sustainable agrifood systems. Working under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Indonesia and technical guidance of the Forestry Officer outposted in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, the officer will coordinate project implementation, liaise with government and UN partners, and provide technical guidance to national and international experts.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package based on local salary scales for United Nations staff members in the National Professional Officer category
- Participation in periodic salary reviews based on comprehensive surveys of best prevailing conditions in the locality
- Access to family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for professional development and engagement within international environmental and forestry frameworks
Who can apply?
- Must be a national of Indonesia
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, or any other field related to the work of the organization
- Minimum of one year of relevant experience in agricultural development and/or project implementation in an area of FAO's activities in the country
- Working knowledge (proficiency level C) of English and the local language
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution recognized/accredited in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) and aligned with ISCED mappings
Required documents
- Complete online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation attached to the online profile
When to apply
- Call opened on September 30, 2026
- Application deadline is October 21, 2026, at 9:59 PM UTC
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment portal and complete your online candidate profile
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online application profile
- Review your application for completeness and submit it online before the deadline
Additional information
- The initial appointment is fixed-term for one year with the possibility of extension.
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
- All applications are treated with strict confidentiality.
- The incumbent may be reassigned to different activities and/or duty stations based on the evolving needs of the organization.
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…
- A strong match for Indonesian nationals with a background in forestry, environmental science, or agricultural economics who want to contribute directly to national climate and REDD+ initiatives.
- Ideal for professionals with experience in greenhouse gas inventories, remote sensing, geospatial technologies, or forest monitoring systems.
- Well-suited for candidates looking to build a career within the United Nations system and coordinate policy dialogue between government bodies and international agencies.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must already hold Indonesian nationality, making this opportunity restricted to local citizens.
- Requires professional proficiency in both English and the local language to draft complex technical reports and lead multidisciplinary teams.
- Fixed-term contract structure means employment security depends on project continuation and performance extensions.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides a significant platform for mid-career professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in international forestry policy, climate finance, and sustainable development within a major UN specialized agency. It helps bridge technical research with national policy implementation in Indonesia.
Our take
Indonesian forestry and climate professionals with a Master's degree and relevant project experience should seriously consider applying before the October 2026 deadline. Applicants lacking local citizenship or required background experience in agricultural or forestry development will not be suitable.
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