Job Opening: FAO Innovation Specialist (Agrifood Systems, Science, Technologies and Innovations) 2025.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is looking for an innovative and forward-thinking specialist to join our team as an Innovation Specialist in Agrifood Systems. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to advancing sustainable agrifood systems through the integration of cutting-edge science, technologies, and innovative practices.
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As part of a dynamic team, you will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and the private sector, to foster innovative solutions that enhance food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agricultural practices. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying and implementing strategies that leverage technology and innovation to transform agrifood systems for the benefit of communities worldwide.
If you are passionate about driving change in the agricultural sector and possess a strong background in science and technology, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our mission to create a sustainable and resilient future.
Join us in shaping the future of food!
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in Data and Information Management, Evaluation and Learning, International Development, Agriculture and/or Food Economics, Political Science, Innovation Systems, or related studies. A university degree combined with 2 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree.
• At least 1 year (Category C) or 5 years (Category B) of relevant professional working experience in international development, agrifood research, think tanks or other public or private organizations engaged in agrifood technology and innovation, digital innovation, and/or knowledge management in the agrifood sector or other related fields.
• Working knowledge (Level C) of English and
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Excellent research skills with data and information analytics.
• Proven experience in supporting managing complex projects, partnership, technical writing, and communication.
• Substantive experience in developing analytical instruments and tools to analyse, manage and systematize innovations and technologies, especially using IT and AI based tools.
• Good understanding of international development challenges, particularly in low- and middle-income country contexts and in the agrifood sector.
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work.
• Demonstrated good command of organization, research, presentation and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management and planning skills with demonstrated capacity to work in a fast-pace, high pressure environment.
Selection Criteria
• Knowledge of one of the other FAO official languages (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, or Russian) will be an asset.
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