Want to work with the United Nations? Applications are open for the FAO Young Professionals Programme 2026, inviting applications from talented professionals interested in working with the Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The programme is designed for young professionals aged 32 or younger who hold an advanced university degree (master’s or PhD) and have at least 1 year of professional work experience in an area relevant to FAO’s work. Selected candidates will join FAO as Young Professional Officers at the P-1 professional level and receive a two-year fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of extension. Current positions are available in Rome, Geneva, Vienna, Bangkok, and Kathmandu. Read more details below.
FAO Young Professionals Programme 2026
- Host Organization: FAO
- Programme: Young Professionals Programme (YPP)
- Position Level: P-1
- Contract Duration: 2 Years
- Application Deadline: September 7th, 2026
About FAO YPP
It’s FAO’s flagship recruitment initiative designed for talented professionals who want to start their careers as international civil servants with FAO. Selected professionals will work under the supervision of FAO professionals and contribute to FAO’s projects and programs in the areas of climate change, agriculture, food security, rural development, and more.
Position Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a competitive UN staff benefits package such as:
- Two-year fixed-term appointment
- P-1 professional-level position
- Competitive salary
- 30 working days of annual leave per year
- Home leave travel
- Education grant for eligible children
- International health insurance
- Pension fund entitlement
- Rental subsidy
Who can Apply?
Applicants fulfilling the following criteria can apply:
- Open to young professionals aged 32 years old or younger
- Hold an advanced university degree, such as a Master’s, PhD, or equivalent.
- Have at least one year of relevant professional experience.
- Have a working knowledge of English.
- Your academic background and professional experience should be relevant to the position.
FAO highly encourages individuals from non– and under-represented member countries to apply.
Current Available Positions:
The current recruitment round is seeking young professionals for the following roles:
- Programme Support
- Food Loss and Waste
- Aquatic Value Chains
- Communication and Outreach
- Economics
- School Food and Nutrition
- Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
Current Openings Location:
- Vienna
- Rome
- Geneva
- Bangkok
- Kathmandu
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to build a career in international development
- Chance to work with an international organization
- Gain hands-on experience while contributing to FAO projects
- Work alongside FAO professionals
- Build a long-term career in the FAO system
- Expand your networks with professionals from different countries
How to Apply?
Applicants interested in the FAO YPP program need to submit an online application through FAO’s Jobs recruitment portal. Visit the official link below, complete your profile, and then apply for the relevant YPP position. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
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