p pField Office Coordinator (Kharkiv) /ppbJob Posting /b: 20/Jul/2026 /ppbClosure Date /b: 03/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM /ppOrganizational Unit : FEUKR - FAO Project Office in Ukraine /ppbJob Type /b: Non-staff opportunities /ppType of Requisition : NPP (National Project Personnel) /ppGrade Level : N/A /ppbPrimary Location /b: Ukraine-Kharkiv /ppDuration : 3 months, with a possible extension of up to 12 months /ppPost Number : N/A /pulliFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture /liliQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply /liliEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO''s values /liliFAO, 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 /liliAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /liliAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /li /ulpFAO''s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /ppOrganizational Setting /ppThe cooperation between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Government of Ukraine has been designed to reinforce national capacities and to contribute to the broader development of agriculture, sustainable management of forests and fisheries, and animal and plant disease control. FAO is also contributing to building resilience and supporting early recovery in conflict-affected regions by supporting the economic recovery of farmers and rural communities. FAO''s presence in Ukraine has been scaled up across it three offices located in Kyiv, Lvivand Dnipro under the overall responsibility of the Head of the FAO Office in Ukraine. /ppThe large-scale escalation in hostilities in Ukraine is exacerbating the already dire food security situation of the most vulnerable rural households and small farmers. In response to the evolving situation, FAO Ukraine has scaled up its emergency humanitarian and resilience programming in Kharkiv oblast. FAO interventions focus on responding to immediate needs by providing life and livelihood saving assistance to the most vulnerable smallholder farming households impacted by the conflict as well as to providing urgent support to the country''s agrifood sector which contributes to both national and international food security. /ppThe role is in-office, based in Kharkiv.



/ppReporting Lines /ppUnder the overall supervision of the Head of the Office in Ukraine and direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action in close collaboration with other relevant staff and units, the Field Office Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action, the Head of Programme and the Emergency Response Manager in leading the implementation and development of FAO programme/projects in Kharkiv and coordinating the field office. /ppTechnical Focus /ppThe Field Office Coordinator will be responsible for managing the FAO field office in support of project activities in the assigned area of operation, and to oversee FAO''s portfolio in the relevant region of Ukraine. /ppTasks and responsibilities /pulliIn close coordination with the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action, Head of Programme/Emergency Response Manager, oversee FAO''s portfolio in the relevant region and supervise field office affiliate personnel; /liliSupport the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action, Head of Programme/Emergency Response Manager in the identification, formulation and preparation of project proposals focusing on the relevant region of Ukraine; /liliCoordinate the daily operations of the field office and ensure the safety, security and maintenance of FAO assets including vehicles and office equipment; /liliCoordinate the implementation of field activities, monitor and review their status and suggest corrective actions in compliance with the respective project''s monitoring and evaluation requirements; /liliEnsure effective coordination with the representatives of local authorities in the relevant region of Ukraine for the implementation of FAO activities, as well as with the relevant UN agencies, NGOs and other civil society institutions operating in the region; /liliPrepare written outputs, including analytical reports on project performances, draft interim and final narrative reports; /liliIn coordination with the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action, liaise with FAO''s Communication Coordinator to ensure visibility of FAO''s activities and the dissemination of appropriate visibility items/materials in compliance with donor and FAO requirements; /liliIn coordination with the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action,



liaise with FAO''s Security Coordinator to ensure security requirements and protocol in the field office are adequately implemented and adhered to; /liliAct as day-to-day supervisor of the field office affiliate personnel; /liliIn coordination with the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action, support field missions to the relevant region undertaken by FAO management, donors and partners (the assignment involves frequent travels to different regions of Ukraine); and /liliPerform any other duties that fall within the reasonable scope of the role as required by FAO /li /ulpCANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /ppMinimum Requirements /pulliUniversity degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance, etc. /liliFive years of relevant experience in humanitarian emergency response, agricultural and rural development, project management and field office operations. /liliWorking knowledge or Native (Level C) of English and Ukrainian /liliNational of Ukraine /li /ulpFAO Core Competencies /pulliResults Focus /liliTeamwork /liliCommunication /liliBuilding Effective Relationships /liliKnowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement /li /ulpTechnical/Functional Skills /pulliAble to work with minimum guidance, well organized, attentive to detail and pro-active /liliExcellent communication skills in English, ability to write and speak in a clear manner and adjust language and style depending on the audience. /liliWilling to learn and pro-actively seek out and propose solutions and/or improvements /liliGood knowledge of MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment. Ability to use information systems and databases to insert data, make enquiries, retrieve/define ad hoc reports and analyses and edit results in an appropriate format /li /ulpSelection Criteria /pulliAdvanced university degree is considered an advantage /li /ulpADDITIONAL INFORMATION /pulliFAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing) /liliApplications received after the closing date will not be accepted /liliPlease note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at /liliFor additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: /liliAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. /li /ulpFAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions. /ppFAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Field Office Coordinator, Kharkiv, Ukraine (Roma)
🏢 Technical University of Denmark
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