About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) works with Member Countries to achieve food security, reduce hunger and malnutrition, and promote sustainable and resilient agrifood systems. Within FAO, the One Health Programme supports countries in preventing, detecting, and responding to high-impact animal health threats, zoonoses, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), through strengthened preparedness, surveillance, and One Health collaboration. In Bangladesh, the FAO One Health Programme works closely with government counterparts and development partners to support effective programme delivery, operational compliance, and evidence-based planning.
Salary and benefits
- Position provides regular compensation associated with a National Project Personnel (NPP) role at grade SC7.
- Duration of up to 12 months with possible extension.
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in business administration, economics, public management, or other discipline relevant to FAO's mandate.
- At least seven years of related professional experience in field programme operations and management.
- Working knowledge of (level C) English.
- National of Bangladesh.
Required documents
- Online profile containing complete employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 02/Sep/2026
- Closure Date: 16/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Visit the Jobs at FAO recruitment website and complete your online profile.
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile.
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal.
Additional information
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
- 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…
- Professional experience in field programme operations and management
- Academic background in business, economics, or public management
- Strong operational compliance and planning skills
- Must be a national of Bangladesh to qualify for this specific role
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a temporary 12-month contract with the possibility of extension
- The role is based on-site in Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Requires familiarity with One Health or similar high-impact health threat frameworks
- Applicants must ensure their educational credentials are from a WHED-recognized institution
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to critical food security and health initiatives within a major international organization. It is well-suited for a professional looking to gain experience in UN-level programme support and operational compliance.
Our take
Qualified Bangladeshi nationals with a background in programme operations should consider this role. Those seeking permanent, long-term employment may find the temporary nature of this contract a limiting factor.
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