About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Federal Investment Council (CFI) are implementing the project “Strengthening Provincial Water Management” in Argentina. The initiative aims to strengthen institutional, technical, and operational capacities across Argentine provinces to advance integrated, efficient, and resilient water resource management. As a Social and Gender Specialist, you will provide specialized technical assistance to incorporate social dimensions, gender perspectives, and vulnerable group considerations into key technological and planning tools, including the Federal Irrigated Agriculture Viewer (VIFAI) and the Irrigated Agriculture Information System. Your role will involve building a homogeneous social baseline, designing social indicators, conducting stakeholder analyses, and ensuring gender and social inclusion criteria are mainstreamed across project activities.
Salary and benefits
- Initial three-month probationary period with the possibility of extension
- Professional engagement within a high-profile international development project co-implemented by FAO and the Federal Investment Council (CFI)
- Opportunity to impact national and provincial water resource management and public policy in Argentina
Who can apply?
- University degree (bachelor's or equivalent) in Sociology, Social Sciences, or related disciplines aligned with ISCED standards
- At least 6 years of professional experience in social and territorial analysis, preferably linked to the agricultural sector, rural development, natural resource management, or public policies
- Practical knowledge of Spanish and intermediate knowledge of English (B1 level or equivalent)
- Argentine nationality or resident in the country with a regular work permit
- Academic credentials must be from an institution listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) maintained by IAU/UNESCO
Required documents
- Complete online profile via the FAO recruitment portal
- Updated curriculum vitae and academic credentials aligned with WHED/UNESCO standards
When to apply
- Application opening date: November 3, 2026
- Application deadline: November 17, 2026, at 22:59 UTC
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment portal and complete your online profile
- Submit your application through the official FAO employment portal before the deadline
- Ensure all required qualifications and credentials are fully documented and incomplete applications are avoided
Additional information
- The position is under the National Project Personnel (NPP) modality within the FAO Representation in Argentina
- FAO does not charge any fees 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…
- Strong background in sociology, social sciences, or rural development with at least 6 years of relevant professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in gender mainstreaming, social indicator design, and territorial or institutional analysis
- Familiarity with public policy, agricultural sectors, or water resource management contexts in Argentina
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires physical presence in Argentina, appropriate residency or work authorization, and availability for domestic travel
- Fixed-term contract with an initial three-month probationary period and extension subject to project needs
- Requires working proficiency in Spanish combined with intermediate (B1) English language skills
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is well-suited for experienced social science professionals aiming to apply their expertise in gender and social inclusion directly to high-impact international development and environmental management initiatives. It offers meaningful engagement with government bodies and international organizations, strengthening public policy and technical frameworks in Argentina.
Our take
Experienced social development specialists with expertise in gender mainstreaming and a background in Argentina's agricultural or natural resource sectors should seriously consider applying. Candidates lacking the required 6 years of experience or local work authorization will find this position unsuitable.
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