Organizational Setting
The 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.
FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
The Human Resources Division at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) serves as an enabler of FAO's strategic objectives by fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture. Our mission is to empower managers, leaders, staff and the affiliate workforce through strategic talent management practices, ensuring alignment with FAO's goals and values. In this context, the Division provides effective administrative function and serves as a strategic partner that delivers innovative, integrated, and forward-looking HR solutions.




The position is located in the Human Resources Division at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.

Main Purpose
The Office Assistant coordinates and performs the full range of office support, management support and administrative tasks, providing for the smooth and efficient running of the Office. He/ she ensures quality and consistency of the flow of office work and information in the work unit.

Supervision Received/Exercised
The Office Assistant reports to the Director, Human Resources Division.
The incumbent operates independently and takes decisions on work priorities and exercises initiative for dealing with cases without precedents. Supervision received is focused on the quality of work outputs. He/ she provides guidance and advice to other office support staff.

Working Relationships
The Office Assistant works closely with a wide range of colleagues in the division /region, with central units and external clients, performing and coord

📌 Office Assistant (Roma)
🏢 Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
📍 Roma