About the opportunity
The Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (RNE) leads FAO’s support to countries in the Region in transforming their agrifood systems to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Finance Unit provides financial management support to ensure effective implementation of FAO programmes and operations. The Operations Specialist will contribute to the effective delivery of financial services by supporting day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial processes, and providing quality support to internal stakeholders.
Salary and benefits
- Non-staff consultant / PSA opportunity with financial compensation provided.
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, economics, international development, agriculture, project management, public administration, international relations, or another relevant discipline (candidates with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience).
- At least one year of relevant experience in programme/project management, operations, coordination, or related areas.
- Working knowledge of English.
Required documents
- Letter of motivation
- Accurate and complete online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 11/Aug/2026
- Closure Date: 01/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile.
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal before the deadline.
Additional information
- Knowledge of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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…
- Professionals with an advanced degree in fields like business, economics, or international development.
- Individuals with at least one year of experience in project management or financial operations.
- Candidates seeking to contribute to agrifood system transformation within the FAO's regional framework.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a non-staff consultant/PSA role, which may differ from standard staff employment terms.
- The position is on-site in Cairo, so you must be prepared for local residency.
- Fluency in English is required, but proficiency in another FAO official language is a significant asset.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent opportunity for early-to-mid-career professionals to gain direct experience in international financial operations within a major UN agency. It provides a platform to apply technical skills in a high-impact regional environment, potentially serving as a stepping stone for further work in international development or agrifood policy.
Our take
This is a strong fit for organized, detail-oriented professionals with a background in financial management who are looking to support FAO's mission in the Near East and North Africa.
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