ppJob Description - Director (FAO Investment Centre) ) /p pJob Description /p pDirector (FAO Investment Centre) /p h3Job Posting /h3 p27/Jul/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p24/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : CFI /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p pType of Requisition : Senior-level /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p pDuration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension /p pPost Number : /p pCCOG Code : 1L09 /p ul liFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture /li liQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply /li liEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /li liFAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination /li liAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /li liAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /li liFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. /li /ul pFAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /p h3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind. /p pFAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /p pThe FAO Investment Centre (CFI) provides investment and finance solutions that lead to more efficient, sustainable, inclusive and resilient agrifood systems. Working in over 120 countries, the Centre provides a full suite of investment and finance support to FAO Members. It partners with governments, international and national financing institutions, the private sector and farmers, research institutions and academia to improve the quality and quantity of agrifood investment. The Centre's four main areas of work include support to strategic investment planning and policy, public investment, private investment, and innovative finance. These are complemented by the knowledge for investment and capacity development for investment programmes that serve to share knowledge, learn and build capacities at country level. For additional information on the FAO Investment Centre,



its activities, partners and the organizational structure, please visit the following link . /p pThe position is located in the FAO Investment Centre (CFI), at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Director (FAO Investment Centre) reports to the Deputy Director-General. /p h3Summary of Duties and Functions /h3 ul liprovide strategic vision, guidance and quality assurance for the Organization’s investment support work. /li licoordinate the planning of the programme of work and ensure its technical quality and implementation through staff and non-staff resources, with the support of CFI Service Chiefs and Deputy Director. /li liexercise overall management responsibility for the Division’s biennial Programme of Work and Budget, ensuring quality control, progress monitoring and reporting, in support of FAO’s Strategic Framework and in line with results-based management principles. /li liensure liaison and coordination with, and provide information, advice and support to FAO Member Nations, IFI partners, UN and its specialized agencies and other global, regional and national bodies, on the Division’s programme of work, technical support requirements, capacity development programme (both internal and external) and knowledge products. /li liensure the formulation, by CFI, of large and complex field projects and programmes, in cooperation with other divisions, departments, and the regional and sub-regional offices of the Organization, and develop and provide guidance and support to priority action programmes; /li liadvise the Deputy Director-General, and as necessary, other Divisions/Offices/Centres on areas related to the Division’s fields of competence. /li licollaborate with member countries, IFI and other development partners, UN and its specialized agencies as well as the private sector in promoting public and private sector investments in food security, agriculture and rural development. /li lirepresent the Organization in high-level meetings and other events dealing with issues relevant to the Division’s mandate and areas of work. /li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 h3Minimum Requirements /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, agriculture sciences, rural infrastructure engineering, environmental sciences, natural resources management, public services management, business administration, public policy or administration, or other closely related fields.



/li liMinimum fifteen years of extensive experience in the planning and management of agricultural and rural development projects and programmes in developing countries. /li liFamiliarity with the policies and procedures of the main international financing and other development partners such as the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF). /li liProven intellectual, managerial and technical leadership of a high order in the relevant subject areas. /li liWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish. /li /ul h3Leadership Competencies /h3 pbResults focus: /b Takes accountability for the delivery of agreed results in service of FAO’s strategic framework /p pbLeading, engaging and empowering others: /b Coordinates, directs, facilitates and recognizes team efforts; creates an enabling environment and assists others to realize and develop their potential /p pbCommunication: /b Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication /p pbPartnering and Advocating: /b Promotes ideas and develops partnerships to advance the Organization’s work /p pbKnowledge sharing and continuous improvement: /b Continually seeks to improve the knowledge, skills and work processes of oneself and others /p pbStrategic thinking: /b Makes informed and coherent decisions aligned with broader goals and strategies. /p pPlease note that all candidates should adhere to FAO values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for all and Integrity and Transparency. /p h3GENERAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liFAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. /li liAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. /li /ul h3CONDITIONS OF SERVICE /h3 pA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: /p pOther benefits, subject to eligibility, include: /p ul liDependency allowances /li liRental subsidy /li liEducation grant for children /li liHome leave travel /li li30 working days of annual leave per year /li liPension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund /li liInternational health insurance; optional life insurance /li liDisability protection /li /ul pFAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. /p h3This includes /h3 ul lielements of family-friendly policies /li liflexible working arrangements /li listandards of conduct. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director (FAO Investment Centre) (Roma)
🏢 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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