About the opportunity
The Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture, and rural development across the region. The Office Assistant coordinates and performs the full range of office support, management support, and administrative tasks, providing for the smooth and efficient running of the Office. Reporting to the Deputy Regional Representative and receiving guidance from the Assistant Director-General/Regional Representative, the incumbent handles meeting coordination, correspondence, documentation, calendar scheduling, workflow tracking, and general administrative functions.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive UN compensation and benefits package for the General Service (G-5) category
- Two-year fixed-term staff appointment with the possibility of extension
Who can apply?
- Secondary school education
- Four years of relevant experience in office or management support work
- Working knowledge (proficiency level C) of English
- Very good knowledge of MS Office applications, Internet, and office technology equipment
- Must be a national of Thailand or possess an existing valid work visa or permit and reside within daily commuting distance of Bangkok at the time of application
Required documents
- Completed online candidate profile in the FAO recruitment portal
- Language proficiency certificates from UN-accredited external providers and/or official FAO language examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT)
- Performance assessments and authorization for background verification checks (upon request)
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: September 11, 2026
- Application Closure Date: September 25, 2026, at 11:59:00 PM GMT
How to apply
- Access the official FAO recruitment system (Jobs at FAO) for Job Number 2601923
- Create or update your complete online candidate profile
- Attach valid official language proficiency certificates
- Review all entered details and submit your application online before the closure deadline
Additional information
- This is a local General Service position (G-5 grade, Post Number 0124613, CCOG Code 2101); no international benefits are payable and remuneration is in local currency
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness certification, security clearances, and accreditation
- Only educational qualifications from institutions recognized in the IAU/UNESCO World Higher Education Database (WHED) are considered
- FAO maintains a strict non-smoking work environment
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…
- Thai nationals or residents with a valid work permit who live within commuting distance of Bangkok.
- Candidates with at least four years of experience in office or management support.
- Proficient users of MS Office and those with a professional working knowledge of English.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a local General Service position with no international benefits payable.
- Remuneration is paid in local currency rather than international standards.
- Candidates must already reside within daily commuting distance of Bangkok.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a stable, two-year fixed-term appointment with the UN, providing a competitive compensation package and the potential for extension, making it a suitable goal for those seeking administrative career growth within an international organization.
Our take
Experienced administrative professionals who are Thai nationals or hold a valid work permit for Bangkok should seriously consider this role.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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