About the opportunity
The Subregional Coordinator leads multidisciplinary technical teams in the designated subregion, drives FAO’s response to subregional priorities in line with the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31, and serves as the FAO Representative to the host country and other countries in the subregion where FAO has no representations. Responsibilities include overseeing strategic planning and programme development, supporting programme implementation and monitoring, leading knowledge management and policy dialogues, and managing human and financial resources. The position is located in the Subregional Office for the Caribbean (SLC) in Bridgetown, Barbados.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package based on UN salaries, allowances, and benefits
- Dependency allowances
- Rental subsidy
- Education grant for children
- Home leave travel
- 30 working days of annual leave per year
- Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
- International health insurance and optional life insurance
- Disability protection
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in a technical area related to the work of the Organization
- Minimum of twelve years of relevant experience in programme development and management in fields related to the mandate of FAO, including at the international level
- Demonstrated professional competence, proven leadership capability, and effective management skills
- Extensive experience in partnership with inter-governmental and international organizations, national governments, technical and donor partners, private sector, civil society organizations, youth and women organizations, and farmer associations
- Ability to lead and work effectively with a diverse team of people of different national and cultural backgrounds in an international setting
- Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish)
Required documents
- Online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 05/Aug/2026
- Closure Date: 02/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM
How to apply
- Visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile accurately and completely
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal
Additional information
- Post Number: 2000942
- CCOG Code: 1A11
- Grade Level: D-1
- Type of Requisition: Senior-level
- Duration: Fixed-term (two years with possibility of extension)
- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity and encourages qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non- and underrepresented Members, and persons with disabilities to apply
- The Organization does not appoint individuals as FAO Representatives in their own country/ies of nationality
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)
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…
- Experienced leaders with at least 12 years of relevant programme management experience, including at the international level.
- Candidates with a proven track record of partnering with inter-governmental organizations and national governments.
- Those with a strong ability to lead diverse, multicultural teams in an international setting.
What should you think carefully about?
- The initial contract is for two years with a possibility of extension.
- The role requires on-site presence in Bridgetown, Barbados.
- Applicants cannot be appointed as FAO Representatives in their own country of nationality.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role fits someone looking to drive regional strategic planning and lead FAO's response to Caribbean priorities, combining high-level diplomacy and technical programme management.
Our take
A prestigious senior leadership role for experienced international development professionals who can lead multidisciplinary teams in the Caribbean.
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