ph3Job Description - Agribusiness Officer ) /h3 pJob Description /p pAgribusiness Officer /p h3Job Posting /h3 p03/Sep/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p01/Oct/2026, 9:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : CFIB /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p pType of Requisition : Professional /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p pDuration : Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension /p pPost Number : /p pCCOG Code : 1L09 /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. /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 pThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through 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 h3Organizational Setting /h3 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, CFI 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 Asia and the Pacific Service (CFIB) of the FAO Investment Centre (CFI) at the FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Agribusiness Officer reports to the Chief, Asia and the Pacific Service of the FAO Investment Centre. /p h3Technical Focus /h3 pProvide analytical and technical support on agribusiness and value chains development and functioning of agricultural support services, in close collaboration with the relevant public and private sector stakeholders, for the formulation, implementation and evaluation of investment policies, strategies, programmes and projects in food and agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing.



/p h3Key Results /h3 pDelivering investment and finance support solutions through the provision of technical assistance and support to capacity development, in collaboration with country stakeholders and cooperating partners, to achieve impact at scale in the transformation of agrifood systems within the scope of the FAO Strategic Framework. /p h3Key Functions /h3 pParticipates in multidisciplinary teams for the identification and preparation of investment and finance support solutions in the fields of food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing, and participates in pre-appraisal and appraisal missions. /p pSupports the implementation of investment and finance support solutions and the preparation of final evaluations. /p pParticipates in the preparation of food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing studies and strategies, in the formulation of national sector and/or sub-sector investment plans and programmes. /p pSupports the development of inclusive and sustainable food systems involving producers, their organizations, other private sector actors, civil society organizations and governments. /p pContributes to capacity development activities in the areas of food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing investment support to government staff, non-state actors and private sector organizations. /p pPrepares reports in accordance with governments and financing partners' requirements. /p pPromotes knowledge sharing and best practices at international meetings and conferences and interacts with international and national partners. /p pSupports the promotion and maintenance of relationships with relevant Programme Priority Areas, FAO technical units and Decentralized Offices in order to ensure best synergies between investment, policy and innovation work in support to Members. /p pSupports resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework. /p h3Specific Functions /h3 pSupports the analysis of selected agrifood value chains, with high interaction with relevant public, private and civil society stakeholders. /p pAnalyses key constraints and opportunities for investment across selected value chains, including factors related to private sector engagement, availability and performance of support services, trade and policy frameworks, risk management systems, and the adoption and enforcement of food safety standards. /p pIdentifies and analyses agricultural investment-related policy issues, factors crowding out private investments, and possible agri-business related solutions. /p pIdentifies options and designs country-level interventions and related investments in selected value chains in collaboration with international financial institutions, donors and local private and public sector stakeholders. Analyses agrifinance constraints and develops solutions to improve access to finance across value chains, including identifying financing gaps, supporting the design of de-risking instruments and blended finance solutions, strengthening linkages with financial institutions, and promoting financial products tailored to the needs of farmers, SMEs and agribusiness investors. /p pSupports the development of knowledge products, including analytical work and practical tools, related to agribusiness, marketing and value chain development.



/p pParticipates in public-private platforms and policy dialogs and designs strategies to strengthen the enabling environment for scaling up investments along the value chain. /p h3Candidates Will Be Assessed Against The Following /h3 pAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in agriculture, agro-industry, business administration, agribusiness, economics, agricultural economics finance or a closely related field. /p pFive years of relevant experience in the practical application of value chain analysis and development, agribusiness and market development, processing, including experience in the formulation and/or implementation of agrifood investment operations in developing countries. /p pWorking knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). /p pResults Focus /p pTeamwork /p pCommunication /p pBuilding Effective Relationships /p pKnowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement /p h3Technical/Functional Skills /h3 pWork experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable. /p pExtent and relevance of experience in food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing analytical studies, feasibility studies and programme evaluation and/or in participating in public-private policy dialogue to promote investment. /p pExtent and relevance of experience in participating in multidisciplinary teams for the preparation of strategies and sector studies, as well as formulation, implementation support or evaluation of food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing investment and finance support solutions, with focus on financial and economic aspects. /p pExtent and relevance of experience in the design, implementation support and evaluation of investment operations with FAO's main development partners, including International Financial Institutions. /p pRelevance of experience in capacity development for the design and implementation of food security, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and agro-processing investments. /p pDemonstrated experience in dealing with government officials, development partners and other country stakeholders. /p pDemonstrated capacity writing high quality technical reports in English. /p pFAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. /p h3General Information /h3 ul liExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds /li 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 workplaceculture 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. This includes: /p ul lielements of family-friendly policies /li liflexible working arrangements /li listandards of conduct. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Agribusiness Officer (Roma)
🏢 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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