FAO – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Full-time (50 days total), Mid-Senior level
Apply by: April 28, 2025
Description:
FAO is seeking qualified experts to join a consultant roster to support its Forestry and Livelihoods Team in projects related to community-based forestry and small-scale forest production. Experts will contribute to research, technical development, project support, and capacity building for forest-dependent communities globally.
Responsibilities:
- Assess effectiveness of community forestry for improving livelihoods and forest conditions
- Conduct research on enablers and barriers to small-scale forestry (e.g. tenure, markets, finance)
- Draft technical documents and reports related to climate change, biodiversity, and restoration
- Provide technical support for project design and implementation
- Support training and knowledge-sharing activities
Minimum Requirements:
- Advanced degree in forestry, natural resources, or related field
- At least 5 years’ experience in sustainable forestry, ideally with communities and small-scale producers
- Proficiency in one FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish)
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Work with Indigenous Peoples and small forest producer organizations
- Experience in climate action, biodiversity conservation, and carbon initiatives
- Knowledge of tenure rights, inclusive governance, and forest-based enterprises
- Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills
Apply via FAO’s recruitment portal by April 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM (local device time).
Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of underrepresented member countries are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.fao.org.