If you just graduated with a B.sc or HND in any Agricultural related course, then this is one opportunity you should never allow to slide. The Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is calling graduates and post-graduates to apply for an opportunity where they get to explore even more learning potentials and contribute their skills to the organization during the period of the program.

The organization has requested that any individual aspiring to contribute to this initiative should align their assignments with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO’s Strategic Framework. The idea is to aid the 2030 Agenda by enabling the transition to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems. The ultimate goal is to enhance production, improve nutrition, protect the environment, and create a better life, ensuring that no one is left behind.

What skills do you need to qualify for the FAO Fellowship program?

According to the FAO, individuals willing to join this train must be:

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

Who can apply for the FAO Fellowship Program?

Applicants should possess a graduate or post-graduate degree (Master’s or Ph.D.), be actively enrolled in a Ph.D. program at a legitimate educational institution during the application period, or be a recent graduate. It’s essential to emphasize that FAO recognizes only higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). This database, regularly updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/.
Applicants are required to possess a minimum of two years of pertinent work or research experience in one of the Organization’s specific fields.
Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish), and proficiency in a second FAO language is advantageous.
Be nationals of FAO Members.
Candidates should be able to adapt to an international multicultural environment and have good communication skills.

Method of Application

This is everything you need to know about the application process. Read carefully and be sure you are doing the right thing:

To start the application process, visit the Jobs at FAO recruitment website and finalize your online profile.
You must ensure that your profile is precise, and comprehensive, and includes details of your employment history, academic achievements, and language proficiencies.
Applicants are required to upload a research proposal and provide evidence of university attendance or a copy of academic qualifications directly onto the online profile.
Once your profile is filled out, proceed to submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal. Only applications submitted via this portal will be taken into consideration.
Incomplete applications will not undergo consideration in the selection process.
Your online profile information will be used for screening your application.
FAO may share your personal information within the organization and with external companies providing employment support services, with your consent. You can withdraw consent by withdrawing your application, in which case FAO cannot consider your application.
If not selected by the closing date, candidates interested in ongoing consideration should apply to new Calls.
Applicants are advised to submit their applications well in advance of the deadline date for optimal consideration.