About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Technical Communal Clerk for the Integrated Project for Strengthening the Climate Resilience of Vulnerable and Border Municipalities (PIRRCF). The project aims to sustainably strengthen the climate resilience of rural communities through the implementation of an integrated development model based on climate-resilient agricultural production systems, water management, renewable energy, and technological innovation. The successful candidate will act as the local liaison for the project within the designated municipality, supporting agricultural clusters, community capacity building, sustainable production practices, and socio-community infrastructure management.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-3 contract grade) for 1 year with possibility of extension
- Professional experience within the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Opportunity to contribute directly to sustainable agricultural development and climate resilience initiatives
- Engagement with local government authorities and specialized agricultural development structures
Who can apply?
- Must be a citizen of Benin
- High school certificate with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in rural facilitation, enterprise development, or agricultural resilience project assistance, OR a university degree (Bachelor's) in agronomy, sociology, local development, or equivalent
- Proficiency in written and spoken French is required
- Ability to speak at least the most widely spoken vernacular language of the chosen Agricultural Development Pole
- Must be free of any commitments and immediately available for work
- Must know how to ride a cross motorcycle
Required documents
- Updated curriculum vitae (CV)
- Copies of educational certificates
- Proof of relevant professional experience
- Other application materials as prompted by the online recruitment platform
When to apply
- Date posted: September 23, 2026
- Application deadline: October 7, 2026
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud candidate portal via the provided job link
- Review the detailed job requirements and create or log into your applicant account
- Complete the online application form and submit your updated CV and supporting documents before the deadline
Additional information
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
- Practical knowledge of English is considered an asset
- Additional desired skills include experience with agricultural value chains, participatory rapid methods, gender equality awareness, and familiarity with government and UNDP procedures
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 fit for development professionals in Benin with a background in agronomy, sociology, or local community mobilization.
- Ideal for candidates who possess practical grassroots field experience in rural areas and agricultural project support.
- Well-suited for individuals comfortable with motorcycle field transport and daily engagement with local farming clusters.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires fluency in French and the local vernacular language of the agricultural development pole.
- Candidates must be citizens of Benin and be immediately available for work.
- The role is offered as a 1-year initial contract under the National Personnel Service Agreement framework.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides a valuable opportunity to build a career within the United Nations system while directly contributing to impactful climate resilience and sustainable agricultural projects at the community level in Benin.
Our take
Qualified nationals of Benin with relevant rural facilitation experience and language skills should apply before the October 7, 2026 deadline. Applicants lacking the required local language proficiency or high school/degree qualifications will find this role unsuitable.
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