The Finance Division (CSF) recommends and administers financial policies and procedures that meet the highest professional standards; keeps accounts that accurately record financial activities and meet the requirements of internal and external audits; prepares reports to accurately portray the financial status of the Organization and its activities; ensures that the Organization's financial resources are securely kept and productively employed while in FAO's custody; oversees financial operations wherever performed in the Organization; and ensures that all disbursements are timely and made in accordance with established policies and procedures.

The position is located in the Finance Division (CSF) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.

Reporting Lines The Young Professional Officer (Finance) reports to a Senior Finance Officer in CSF.

Technical Focus Supports financial oversight, reporting and analysis within the Finance Division.

Key Results Research, technical analysis and project related services to support the delivery of assigned projects, products and services.

Key Functions

- Analyses relevant technical social, economic, environmental, and technology information, data and/or statistics for input in various documents.
- Maintains records and updates databases and web pages.
- Provides technical support to various projects.
- Collaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars, etc.
- Participates in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners.

Specific Functions

- Collects, reviews for accuracy and analyses financial information and/or internal financial controls to support the delivery of various financial services/activities.
- Analyses financial and/or investment data to support financial decisions.
- Participates in the development of improved work methods and procedures.




- Participates in special project/work teams.

______________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements

- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in finance, business, or related field, or a first degree in similar areas coupled with a professional qualification linked to risk management or investments (CPA, CA, FRM, CFA etc.).
- One year of relevant experience in accounting, finance, investments or related field.
- Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

- Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable.
- Extent and relevance in finance, accounting or investments.

NB Please note that candidates should be 32 years of age or younger as of 31 December of the year of application. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. Job Posting 10/Aug/2026

Closure Date 07/Sep/2026, 5:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit Finance Division, CSF

Job Type Staff position

Grade Level P-1

Primary Location Italy-Rome





Duration Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension

Post Number 2008746

CCOG Code 1A05

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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, 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
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
- FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

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