About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) supports the transformation of agrifood systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. In Cambodia, FAO supports the Royal Government in strengthening food security, sustainable agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and natural resource management. Under the project “Scaling up Mainstreaming Gender and Social Inclusion under UNFCCC Processes”, FAO is supporting Cambodia to strengthen the integration of gender equality and social inclusion into climate change and biodiversity policies, strategies, and planning processes. The project focuses on strengthening the evidence base, promoting gender-responsive methodologies and indicators, enhancing institutional capacities, and supporting the implementation and monitoring of gender-responsive actions under national frameworks, including the NDC 3.0, National Adaptation Plan (NAP), and National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP). FAO is seeking to recruit a Technical Expert to provide technical assistance to relevant government institutions, particularly the Ministry of Environment and its Gender Mainstreaming Action Group (GMAG).
Salary and benefits
- Position offered under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA)
- Duration of 100 days on WAE (When Actually Employed)
Who can apply?
- University or technical degree in development studies, social sciences, environmental studies, or a related field, combined with demonstrated expertise in gender mainstreaming and gender policy analysis and development
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in gender mainstreaming, social inclusion, climate change, biodiversity, or agriculture
- Working knowledge (level C) of English
- National of Cambodia or resident of the country with a valid work permit
Required documents
- Online profile containing accurate and complete employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation attached to the online profile
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: September 8, 2026
- Closure Date: September 22, 2026 at 9:59 PM (based on personal device date and time settings)
How to apply
- Visit the Jobs at FAO recruitment website and complete your online profile with employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal before the deadline
Additional information
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations will be accepted as proof of language knowledge.
- Appointment is subject to certification of medical fitness, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
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…
- National or resident citizens of Cambodia holding a valid work permit and a university or technical degree in environmental studies, social sciences, or development studies.
- Experts with at least 10 years of relevant professional background in gender mainstreaming, social inclusion, climate change, or agriculture.
- Professionals demonstrating working knowledge of English alongside strong familiarity with national frameworks like Cambodia's NAP and NBSAP.
What should you think carefully about?
- Relocation to Phnom Penh, Cambodia or local residency is required for this on-site engagement.
- Employment is structured as a non-staff Personal Services Agreement (PSA) for up to 100 days on a When Actually Employed (WAE) basis.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This short-term advisory contract enables local environmental and gender experts to directly influence national climate policies and mainstream inclusion into Cambodia's agrifood systems.
Our take
Cambodian residents with extensive gender mainstreaming and climate policy experience are ideal applicants; international candidates without local work authorization should not apply.
Ready to apply?
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