Call for Expressions of Interest – Vacancy Announcement
How to apply
Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal by completing an online profile, including accurate employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills. Attach a letter of motivation and any requested performance assessments or verification authorisations. Only applications received through the portal will be considered.
Additional Information

FAO does not charge any fee during the recruitment process.
Academic credentials must be from institutions recognized by the IAU/UNESCO list or the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
Appointments require medical fitness, visa or residence certification, and security clearance.

Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) promotes the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework, supporting a transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems.
The Division of Agrifood Systems and Food Safety (ESF) provides strategic leadership to drive agrifood system transformation and aligns with FAO’s strategic priorities on food safety and national food control systems.
Reporting Lines
The Communication Expert works under the supervision of the Director, ESF.
Technical Focus
Lead all communications activities related to a systems‑approach to agrifood systems transformation, increasing awareness and adoption among key stakeholders and enhancing FAO’s visibility.
Tasks and Responsibilities

Lead and execute communications strategy

Execute activities aligned with the strategy.
Identify opportunities to communicate the systems approach to agrifood systems transformation.
Prepare communications plans for key opportunities, events, and activities.
Analyze target audiences of policymakers, practitioners, and donors to guide strategy.
Monitor and evaluate communications impact, adapting strategy accordingly.
Maintain regular contact with FAO Office of Communications, Partnerships Officer, and other relevant functions.

Lead creation of communication and awareness‑raising materials

Draft key messages tailored to different audiences.
Produce high‑quality outputs: website texts, video scripts, news items, social media posts, infographics, and feature stories on systems change.
Lead research and data gathering for stories of systems change.
Support the Director, ESF with communications activities.

Comply with FAO standards and guidelines (FAO Strategic Framework, FAOSTYLE, FAO terminology, and FAO internal clearance processes).

Minimum Requirements

University degree in communications, media, relations, social studies, language, or related fields.
Minimum 12 years of relevant communication experience, including at least 5 years in agrifood systems communication.
Previous experience in FAO or a UN system is an asset.
Working knowledge of English.

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

Direct engagement at country level in agrifood systems.
Extensive experience in communications strategy.
Advanced writing skills.
Familiarity with FAO and/or UN system.

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated experience in strategic communications.
Quality of written communications materials.
Experience working in international organizations.
Presence of country‑level experience.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

FAO is committed to workforce diversity in gender, nationality, background, and culture.
Qualified female applicants, nationals of under‑represented member states, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
All staff must uphold FAO values: Commitment, Respect for All, Integrity and Transparency.
FAO upholds a zero‑tolerance policy for misconduct, abuse, discrimination, and misconduct incompatible with its status.
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Employment Type
Full‑Time
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