About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is seeking a Technical Process Specialist in Organizational and Commercial Strengthening (Profesional misional para el fortalecimiento organizativo y comercial) to lead organizational and commercial strengthening for organizations linked to the seed project in Catatumbo. Located in Tibú (Norte de Santander), Colombia, this temporary position involves coordinating social, organizational, and commercial strengthening processes, promoting gender and ethnic inclusion, applying rural entrepreneurship measurement tools, and preparing educational materials to enhance administrative and commercial skills among rural producers.
Salary and benefits
- Ten (10) months duration with a three (03) month probationary period
- Remuneration as a National Project Personnel (NPP)
Who can apply?
- University degree in agricultural business administration, economics, industrial engineering, social work, economics, or related fields
- Three (03) years of general experience after graduation in the design and implementation of socio-business, organizational, and commercial strengthening processes directed at small rural producer organizations
- Practical knowledge of Spanish (level C)
- Colombian nationality
Required documents
- Complete online profile on the FAO recruitment portal
When to apply
- Job posted on 21/Aug/2026
- Application deadline is 04/Sep/2026 at 21:59:00
How to apply
- Go to the FAO recruitment website and complete your online profile
- Submit your application through the official recruitment portal before the deadline
Additional information
- FAO does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Only academic titles obtained from an institution listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)/UNESCO will be considered.
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…
- Professionals with a degree in agricultural business, economics, engineering, or social work.
- Individuals with at least three years of experience in socio-business and commercial strengthening for rural organizations.
- Candidates interested in promoting gender and ethnic inclusion within rural development projects.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is based in Tibú, and applicants should be prepared for the specific regional context of Catatumbo.
- There is a three-month probationary period within the 10-month contract duration.
- Candidates must ensure their university degree is recognized by the WHED/UNESCO database.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is perfect for a development professional aiming to deepen their experience in rural entrepreneurship and organizational strengthening. It provides a platform to lead meaningful processes that directly support rural producers in Colombia.
Our take
Colombian professionals with a background in rural development and commercial strengthening should consider this role. It is a strong match for those looking to dedicate 10 months to impactful, on-site field work.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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