The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), a specialized agency of the United Nations working to achieve food security, is accepting applications for the FAO Young Professionals Programme 2026. FAO is currently accepting applications for several positions based at FAO headquarters, regional offices, and other offices worldwide. The program is designed for talented professionals with a master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent degree relevant to FAO’s work and at least 1 year of relevant professional experience. Preference is given to applicants from developing or underrepresented countries.
Selected candidates will be appointed as young professional officers with a 2-year fixed-term appointment at the P-1 level. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience while contributing to FAO’s real-time projects under the supervision of renowned experts in an international work environment. The YPP offers a wide range of perks and benefits, including a competitive salary, rental subsidy, dependency allowance, home leave travel, and more. No application fee is required. Learn more about the FAO Young Professionals Programme below.
FAO Young Professionals Programme 2026 Overview
- Host Organization: FAO
- Programme: Young Professional Programme
- Position: Young Professional Officer (YPO)
- Contract Duration: 2 Years
- Deadline: 7-8th September 2026
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About FAO YPP 2027
It’s a flagship recruitment initiative designed for young professionals who want to build their careers in international development and contribute to FAO’s work. The Young Professional Programme is intended for talented professionals, with preference given to candidates from non- and underrepresented countries, as well as candidates from developing and small island developing states.
Programme Benefits
The programme offers a wide range of perks and benefits to selected candidates, including:
- Competitive salary.
- Dependent allowance.
- Education grant for children.
- 30 days’ annual leave per year.
- Participation in a pension fund.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Disability protection.
Who can Apply?
You must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the position:
- Applicants aged 32 years old or younger at the time of application.
- Holding a master’s, phd or equivalent degree in a field relevant to FAO’s work.
- Have at least 1 year of professional work experience in a relevant area.
- Working knowledge of FAO’s official language, such as English, Chinese, Russian, French, Arabic.
- Meet the specific requirements of the position.
- Priority is given to applicants from developing or underrepresented countries.
Latest FAO YPP Openings
| Position | Job ID | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Young Professional Officer – Climate Change and Natural Resources Management | 2601710 | 7/8 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – School Food and Nutrition | 2601701 | 8 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Programme Support | 2601686 | 7 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Communication and Outreach | 2601606 | 7 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Economist | 2601700 | 7 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Food Loss and Waste | 2601699 | 7 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Aquatic Value Chain | 2601689 | 7 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Finance | 2601703 | 7 September 2026 |
| Young Professional Officer – Small Island Developing States (SIDS) | 2601691 | 7 September 2026 |
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How to Apply?
Applicants interested in the FAO YPP 2026 should visit the official portal below, select the position that aligns with their interests and qualifications, complete the application form, and submit it before the deadline.
