FAO Recruitment 2024 in Nigeria | FAO Career Portal

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in Nigeria has advertised a recruitment exercise to fill over 1700 job vacant positions in Nigeria.

FAO is a specialized technical agency working towards the alleviation of poverty, strengthening of livelihoods and implementation of various food security interventions in partnership with Governments, National and International NGOs as well as other UN Agencies.

In Nigeria, FAO is focused on providing technical assistance and policy advice for the development of crops, livestock, fisheries & forestry sub-sectors, with due emphasis given to institutional capacity building and development of local skills & Expertise to ensure sustainability.

Currently, the Agency is recruiting 1,779 suitable candidates to fill the following vacant positions in all the States of Nigeria.

FAO Recruitment 2024

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is dedicated to eradicating hunger and improving nutrition and food security. For 2024, the FAO has opened its recruitment process, inviting qualified candidates to apply for various positions. This guide provides detailed information on the FAO recruitment process, eligibility criteria, application steps, and tips for a successful application.

FAO Recruitment Process

The FAO recruitment process is designed to identify individuals with the skills and passion needed to support the organization\’s mission. The recruitment process includes multiple stages, from job posting to final selection.

Job Postings and Categories

FAO job postings are categorized based on function and location. They include:

• Professional and Higher Categories
• General Service and Related Categories
• National Professional Officers
• Consultants and PSAs (Personal Services Agreements)

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for FAO positions, candidates must meet specific criteria:

1. Educational Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor\’s degree in a relevant field. Advanced degrees are often preferred for higher-level positions.
2. Professional Experience: Varies by position but generally includes several years of relevant work experience.
3. Language Proficiency: Proficiency in one of the FAO\’s official languages (English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, or Russian). Knowledge of indigenous languages is advantageous.

Available Positions for FAO Career in Nigeria

The FAO Recruitment 2024 in Nigeria spans a wide array of disciplines and specializations, catering to the diverse talents and skills of the nation\’s workforce. From agricultural economics to food security, agribusiness development to rural livelihoods, FAO offers opportunities for professionals at various stages of their careers.

1. Intern (Students)
2. Crop Manager
3. Graduate Trainee (Fresh Graduates)
4. Community Health Worker
5. Office Administrator
6. Extension Officer
7. Field Officer
8. Warehouse Manager
9. Office Secretary
10. Legal Officer
11. Clerical Officer
12. Trained Teacher (Pri & Sec)
13. Driver
14. Farm Worker
15. Security Officer/Guard
16. Masson/Roofer
17. Office Messenger
18. Asst. Accountant
19. Graphic Designer
20. Civil/Mech/Elect Eng.
21. Food Distributor
22. Registered Nurse
23. Trainer
24. Data Entry Clerk
25. Truck Operator
26. Technical Support Staff
27. Assistant FAO Representative (Programme)
28. Assistant FAO Representative (Administration)

Application Procedure

To apply for any of the first 26 positions as indicated above qualified individuals would send their application documents consisting of well detailed CV and Cover Letter to gombess190@outlook.com, not later than 24th May 2024. Apply only once. Indicate the position you are applying for on the email subject line.

Application forms for the Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) and Assistant FAO Representative (Administration) positions are available online and can be accessed at https://www.fao.org/nigeria/fao-in-nigeria/employmentprocurement/en/

Here are the steps you need to take:

Step 1. Visit the FAO recruitment and Career portal at https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/iam/accessmanagement/login

Step 2. Click on New User and enter requested information to Register and create your online account. If you already have online profile, Type the email address and password used during the registration, then select Login.

Step 3. Complete your online profile information with full details on Personal Information, Education and Employment History, Language skills and contact information.

Step 4. Search for the job of interest and apply.

Application Closing Dates

The closing date for receiving completed application form for the last two above is 28 May 2024.

Warning:

• This Job advert is posted as published and as indicated in the image below. You are requested to do your due diligence before you apply through the indicated email.
• Avoid sharing sensitive personal details (such as bank details) other than through the official online recruitment system available at the FAO recruitment portal, at any point of the recruitment process. All e-mails related to FAO vacancies will originate only from the @fao.org domain and not from personal email addresses. Disregard e-mails from any address other than that of @fao.org.

Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted via email on a rolling basis. Check your email address regularly.