About the opportunity
Under the Hand in Hand (HiH) initiative, the FAO supports the Government of Madagascar in the sustainable transformation of agrifood systems. The Ampamoizakova site in the Bongolava region has been selected as a pilot to operationalize the Agropark concept. The Specialist will finalize the Master Plan, Investment Plan, and investor mobilization tools. Working under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Madagascar, Comoros, Mauritius, and Seychelles, and the technical supervision of the Assistant Representative (Programme), the Specialist will collaborate with a GIS specialist, national partners, and FAO technical teams.
Salary and benefits
- Temporary employment contract as National Project Personnel (NPP)
- Contract duration of 30 days
Who can apply?
- Must be a Malagasy national
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in agricultural economics, agribusiness, land planning, territorial development, rural engineering, rural development, or a related discipline
- At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience
- Fluency in French
- Strong strategic analysis, planning, and territorial development skills
- Experience in designing agroparks, agro-industrial zones, or agricultural growth poles
- Proficiency in preparing investment plans, investment portfolios, and bankable projects
- Adherence to FAO values: commitment to the Organization, respect for all, integrity, and transparency
Required documents
- Completed online application form on the FAO recruitment portal
- Academic degrees and diplomas issued by recognized institutions listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)
When to apply
- Applications open: August 24, 2026
- Application deadline: September 7, 2026, at 21:59:00 (subject to personal device time settings)
How to apply
- Visit the official FAO recruitment portal (Jobs at FAO)
- Complete and submit the online application form
- Ensure all required fields are completed, as incomplete applications will not be considered
- Submit the application well in advance of the deadline
- For technical assistance or questions, create a registration with the FAO customer support team at https://fao.service-now.com/csp
Additional information
- FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- FAO is a non-smoking environment
- The organization is committed to workforce diversity, including gender balance, geographic distribution, and linguistic diversity
- 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…
- Malagasy nationals with a Master's in agricultural economics, agribusiness, or rural engineering.
- Professionals with 7+ years of experience in designing agro-industrial zones or growth poles.
- Experts proficient in French and skilled in preparing bankable investment portfolios.
What should you think carefully about?
- The assignment is only 30 days long, which is a high-pressure, temporary engagement.
- The work mode is not explicitly specified, but the role involves site-specific planning for the Bongolava region.
- Applicants must be Malagasy nationals.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a strategic "sprint" for a professional in agricultural economics or territorial development. It allows you to finalize a Master Plan and Investment Plan for a pilot agropark, contributing to the sustainable transformation of Madagascar's agrifood systems.
Our take
A highly specialized, very short-term role for Malagasy nationals who can immediately implement agropark planning and investment tools.
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