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Digital Information Specialists
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · Various Locations
FAO seeks Digital Information Specialists on a roster basis to support the development and application of digital solutions, information systems, and semantic technologies. The role involves assignments in four profiles: IT Specialist (software development, cloud, cybersecurity), Information Management Specialist (metadata, knowledge management, data governance), Semantics Specialist (ontologies, taxonomies, linked data), and Data Analyst (data mining, visualization, predictive analytics). Specialists will work on FAO AGRIS, AGROVOC, and other knowledge platforms, collaborating with global, regional, and country-level teams. The position requires advanced technical skills in specific domains, strong analytical abilities, and effective communication in English. It is a consultant role under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA), offering up to 11 months with renewal possibility, based in various locations including home-based options.
Closes 9/30/2026Travel Officer (Reporting And Monitoring)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a Travel Officer (Reporting and Monitoring) at the P-2 level, based at its headquarters in Rome, Italy. This fixed-term position, lasting two years with the possibility of extension, falls under the Logistics Services Division. The role focuses on the administration, coordination, and data management of FAO's global travel programme. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with travel policies, generating and verifying data reports for oversight and auditing, and identifying gaps in current procedures. The officer will support the development and testing of the organization's travel systems, liaise with IT for system enhancements, and provide guidance to staff on travel entitlements and complex issues. The position requires strong data management skills to maintain accurate databases and produce programme analysis. Additionally, the officer will oversee invoice processing, conduct quality assurance testing, and contribute to capacity building by developing training materials for the global user community. The ideal candidate will have a background in business, public administration, or data analytics, combined with relevant experience in travel systems and programme management. The role demands proficiency in English and an intermediate level of another FAO official language, along with competencies in results focus, teamwork, and communication.
Closes 7/24/2026Innovation Officer (Science, Technology And Innovation)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking an Innovation Officer (Science, Technology and Innovation) at the P-3 level to serve within the Office of Innovation (OIN) at its headquarters in Rome, Italy. This role focuses on applying science, technology, and innovation (STI) concepts to develop and enhance the FAO STI portal, integrating it into the global innovation ecosystem for sustainable agrifood systems. The incumbent will act as project manager for the STI portal, overseeing AI integration, user-centered design, and knowledge federation. Key responsibilities include monitoring global STI trends, facilitating cross-sectoral policy adoption, organizing capacity development activities, and fostering partnerships with international organizations and private sector stakeholders. The officer will also support the development of digital public goods, open-source large language models, and data-driven insights. The role requires strong analytical skills to assess organizational innovation issues and promote best practices. The ideal candidate possesses a Master’s degree and five years of relevant experience in content management, AI, or community development, preferably in low- and middle-income countries. The position involves collaborating with diverse teams, managing external networks, and synthesizing research findings into publications. This is a short-term staff position with a duration of 11 months, requiring proficiency in English and an intermediate level of another official FAO language.
Closes 7/24/2026Software Engineer specialized in in-situ/on-farm Genetic Resources
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇧🇷 Brazil
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a Software Engineer specialized in in-situ/on-farm Genetic Resources for a 12-month National Project Personnel (NPP) contract based in Brasilia, Brazil. The incumbent will develop and consolidate software and databases dedicated to genetic resources, specifically testing, validating, and deploying the Aleloinsitu system in a live web production environment. Key responsibilities include designing and maintaining Geographic Information Systems (GIS), implementing advanced spatial interaction features (marker clustering, heat maps), and developing interactive dashboards using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript libraries like Chart.js or D3.js. The role requires integrating geospatial libraries (Leaflet/OpenLayers) with Java APIs and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring performance optimization for mobile devices, and developing APIs for data interoperability. The candidate must possess a university degree in Software Engineering or IT, along with at least three years of professional experience in software development using Java, PostgreSQL, and NetBeans. The position demands working knowledge of Spanish and/or English and Portuguese, and is restricted to Brazilian nationals. The role supports the Benefit-sharing Fund's project on plant genetic resources conservation, aligning with global commitments to agrobiodiversity and food security.
Closes 7/23/2026Information Technology Officer (Digital Solutions, CRM)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking an Information Technology Officer (P-4) to lead the implementation and evolution of key digital solutions within the Digital FAO and Agro-Informatics Division (CSI). Based in Rome, Italy, this role focuses primarily on the organization's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform and technologies, supporting processes in partnerships, programme planning, and communications. The incumbent will manage the IT solutions lifecycle, coordinate teams on Salesforce and ServiceNow platforms, and ensure adherence to technical and security standards. Responsibilities include planning and delivering digital services, managing stakeholder relationships, negotiating service agreements, and monitoring service performance. The candidate will also identify security risks, maintain Business Continuity Plans, and oversee change and release management processes. The role requires managing financial and human resources, developing budgets, and promoting cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in CRM environments, particularly Salesforce, with a strong background in managing large-scale IT projects and highly skilled teams in a hybrid environment. This position plays a critical role in supporting FAO's digital workplace and strategic objectives for sustainable agrifood systems.
Closes 7/22/2026Information Technology Officer (Digital Solutions, ERP)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking an Information Technology Officer (Digital Solutions, ERP) at the P-4 level to join the Digital FAO and Agro-Informatics Division (CSI) in Rome, Italy. This mid-level professional role focuses on the implementation, evolution, and management of FAO’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment, primarily based on Oracle eBusiness Suite and Oracle Fusion Cloud. The incumbent will lead continuous improvements, process automation, and the modernization of legacy applications while ensuring adherence to technical and security standards. Key responsibilities include managing the IT solutions lifecycle, coordinating with stakeholders and vendors, negotiating service agreements, and monitoring service performance to mitigate risks. The officer will also oversee change and release management, maintain Business Continuity Plans, and collaborate with the CISO on security remediation. The ideal candidate possesses advanced university degrees in IT or related fields and seven years of relevant experience in managing ERP environments and teams. The role requires strong technical expertise in Oracle technologies, Salesforce, or ServiceNow, along with proficiency in English and an intermediate level of another official FAO language. The position offers a two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension, reflecting FAO’s commitment to digital transformation and sustainable agrifood systems.
Closes 7/22/2026Analista de sistemas para la elaboración del nuevo Sistema de Información y Registro de Educación Extraescolar (SIREEX) de Guatemala
Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean · 🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL) is seeking a Systems Analyst Consultant based in Guatemala to develop the functional specifications and interface designs for the new Extra-School Education Information and Registration System (SIREEX). This role serves as a critical bridge between the conceptual framework consultants and the software development team, translating module maps and statistical variable dictionaries into precise technical inputs for programming. The consultant will work iteratively through four phases: appropriating inputs and mapping operational processes, creating functional specifications and responsive interface prototypes for priority modules, refining designs for complementary modules, and consolidating documentation while supporting testing and knowledge transfer to the Ministry of Education's technical teams. The position aims to strengthen the educational system's capacity to collect, analyze, and utilize data for inclusive policy-making under the 'Closing Educational Gaps' project. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in systems engineering or computer science, with proven experience in functional analysis, process documentation, and interface design. Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, and prior experience with public sector information systems in Guatemala is desirable. The contract is fixed-term, lasting approximately 8 months.
Closes 7/28/2026Environmental Goods Data Expert
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland
The Environmental Goods Data Expert serves as a consultant for UNCTAD, contributing to the closeout and legacy phase of the Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution (SMEP) Programme. The role focuses on delivering robust, reusable, and policy-relevant data, dashboards, and analytical products. Key responsibilities include developing trade-monitor dashboards for environmental goods sectors, compiling and analyzing trade and tariff data, and supporting bridge activities for follow-on funding opportunities such as GEF-9 proposals. The consultant will also engage with UNCTAD's AI incubator to prototype local large-language-model workflows for secure document analysis and knowledge management. The position requires synthesizing evidence to strengthen donor-facing reporting and preserve institutional memory. The ideal candidate possesses advanced analytical skills, experience with AI-enabled knowledge management, and a strong background in international trade, environmental sciences, or data science. The role is based in Geneva with a contract duration from September 17, 2026, to September 16, 2027.
Closes 7/29/2026Consultant on Policy Network on Open Digital Infrastructure
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs seeks a Consultant to facilitate and document the work of the Policy Network on Open Digital Infrastructure (PNODI) under the Internet Governance Forum (IGF). This role involves convening multistakeholder discussions, synthesizing complex inputs from diverse experts, and drafting high-level outputs such as reports and meeting summaries. The consultant will host and report on PNODI meetings, present findings at the 21st Annual IGF Meeting, and contribute to the development of tangible resources that inform global digital policy debates. The position requires strong analytical skills, expertise in internet infrastructure and digital standards, and excellent communication abilities. The consultant will work remotely for a duration of 55 days, reporting to the IGF Secretariat’s head of office. Success is measured by cooperation with coordinators, timely submission of quality outputs, and positive feedback from participants. The role supports the implementation of UNGA Resolution A/RES/80/173 by fostering year-round multistakeholder cooperation on key digital policy issues.
Closes 7/30/2026Consultant on Policy Network on Cybersecurity and Digital Inclusion
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs seeks a Consultant to facilitate and document the work of two Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Policy Networks: Cybersecurity (PNC) and Digital Inclusion (PNDI). Based remotely, the role involves 75 working days of service to support the implementation of UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/80/173. The consultant will collaborate with MAG-appointed facilitators to develop workplans, advise on modalities to respond to Secretary-General priorities, and manage discussion mailing lists and virtual meetings. Key responsibilities include synthesizing complex multistakeholder inputs, drafting substantive output reports (20-40 pages), and preparing IGF 2026 Messages. The candidate must possess high-level knowledge of cybersecurity, digital inclusion, and digital policy discourse. The role requires excellent English communication skills and the ability to produce high-quality written outputs, including executive summaries and background materials for press and expert briefing. The consultant will also contribute to capacity development activities and coordinate with the IGF Secretariat on layout and structure for final publications.
Closes 7/30/2026Project coordinator consultant
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is hiring a Project Coordinator Consultant for a two-month remote assignment to support the Inter-Secretariat Working Group on Household Surveys (ISWGHS) Task Force. The role focuses on the global coordination of national-level exercises to define pathways for sustainable demographic and health data systems. Key responsibilities include engaging participating countries, providing guidance to national focal points on implementing survey tools, and maintaining continuous support for country teams. The consultant will document stakeholder meetings, track project workplans and consultation records, and prepare draft plans for managing collected information. Additional duties involve supporting Task Force presentations, assisting with development partner consultations, and contributing to broader Statistics Division work. The ideal candidate possesses extensive professional experience in statistical systems, demographic data, or intergovernmental coordination, with a proven ability to manage complex multi-country programmes and build trusted relationships with senior officials in national statistical offices. Fluency in English is mandatory, and an advanced university degree in a relevant field is required.
Closes 7/30/2026Chief of Service, Service Delivery, D1
United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan - created by GA Resolution 1996 (2011) · 🇸🇸 Juba, South Sudan
The Chief of Service Delivery (D1) leads the Service Delivery pillar within the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), reporting to the Director of Mission Support. This senior executive role is responsible for the overall management of technical and logistical support services, including fleet management, ICT, medical services, construction, and facilities. The incumbent designs strategies for effective service delivery, manages multifunctional support services coordination between UN Headquarters, the Mission, and Regional/Global Service Centres, and ensures compliance with UN regulations. Key duties include workforce planning, budget certification, asset management, and providing technical advice to senior mission leadership. The role requires supervising an integrated civilian, military, and police support organization, developing KPIs, and ensuring gender-sensitive logistical planning. The ideal candidate possesses extensive progressive experience in logistics and technical service delivery, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate in complex, resource-scarce conflict environments. The position is a temporary assignment available until June 13, 2027, potentially limited to internal candidates or those based at the duty station.
Closes 8/4/2026EC-CO-025-26 Desarrollador (e-VISAS)
International Organization for Migration · 🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Consultant Developer (e-VISAS) to analyze, design, develop, and implement improvements to the Electronic Visas System (e-VISAS). Working under the direction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility in Ecuador, the consultant will generate clean, structured code and collaborate with business analysts and technical leads. Key responsibilities include supporting deployments, correcting errors, optimizing performance, conducting unit tests, collaborating with QA, managing software versions, and participating in agile ceremonies. The role involves specific deliverables such as modernizing authentication via Microsoft Entra ID, updating Dockerfiles, and enhancing the citizen module interface. The consultant must reside in Quito to work in government offices. The position requires a tertiary education in IT with at least three years of professional experience in software development (frontend/backend) using C# .NET CORE, Angular, SharePoint, and Power Platform. Fluency in Spanish is required. The contract is performance-based with specific payment milestones tied to product delivery.
Closes 7/24/2026Staff Officer (ACO Industry Engagement)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Officer (ACO Industry Engagement) supports the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in coordinating and facilitating innovation-related activities and industry engagement across the Allied Command Operations (ACO). The role involves signposting, monitoring, and advising on emerging technologies, digital transformation, and wargaming. Key responsibilities include coordinating engagements between ACO entities and the defense industry, developing policies and strategies for industry interaction, and acting as the focal point for NATO enterprise stakeholders such as the Defence Investment Division and the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA). The incumbent leads innovation talk campaigns, facilitates industry engagement events, and supports high-profile delegation visits. The position requires strong analytical and strategic thinking to assess policy implications and provide courses of action. It serves as a key enabler for ACO’s warfighting functions by progressing innovation needs. The role is based in a normal NATO office environment but may involve deployment. The successful candidate will work within the ACO Innovation Management Branch, supporting the SHAPE Command Group on innovation issues and fostering a culture of innovation within the command.
Closes 8/19/2026Consultants en collecte, analyse de données et reporting
International Organization for Migration · 🇲🇱 Bamako, Mali
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Mali is seeking qualified consultants to support its 'Data and Research' unit in strengthening national capacities for data collection, analysis, and reporting on migration dynamics. The role involves providing technical assistance for quantitative and qualitative surveys, designing data collection tools, and conducting fieldwork including interviews and focus groups. Consultants will analyze data, produce analytical notes and reports, and develop data storytelling materials to inform policy decisions. The position requires expertise in qualitative research methods, statistical analysis, and report writing within a humanitarian context. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical and writing skills, proficiency in data collection tools like Kobo and ODK, and the ability to work under pressure in emergency settings. This is a consultancy role aimed at building a roster of experts to respond rapidly to evolving migration trends in West and North Africa.
Closes 8/2/2026GEO Technician (Geospatial Data Modelling Manager)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The GEO Technician (Geospatial Data Modelling Manager) is a mid-level technical role within NATO’s Strategic Headquarters (SHAPE), specifically supporting the J2 Division’s Geospatial, Meteorological and Oceanographic Branch. The incumbent is responsible for assessing location-based information data architecture and developing detailed data schemas to enable data-centric working from a geospatial perspective. Key duties include managing data and metadata, maintaining repositories, and handling data exchange platforms such as PANGEA. The role requires developing coherent data schemas, producing data models, and facilitating interoperability among data owners across NATO Communities of Interest (COIs). The incumbent must liaise with stakeholders, communicate complex technological concepts to non-technical audiences, and apply data governance principles. Additional responsibilities involve data innovation, strategic analysis, and visualizing data to tell compelling stories that inform decision-making. The position demands a strong understanding of geospatial intelligence, data management, and digital transformation systems architecture. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert for data interoperability, ensuring alignment with NATO standards and supporting the goal of 'operating off the same map.' This is a Project Related NATO International Civilian (PLN) post with a three-year definite duration contract, offering a tax-free salary and allowances.
Closes 8/19/2026Technician (Maritime)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇱🇺 Capellen, Luxembourg
The Technician (Maritime) role within NATO's North Atlantic Treaty Organization (specifically the NSPA Maritime Branch) involves acting as a Project Manager for Category C projects and Assistant Project Manager for Categories A and B. Key responsibilities include project administration, evaluating deliverables, processing discrepancy reports, and maintaining technical documentation repositories. The incumbent coordinates with national authorities and contractors, participates in Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and assists in acceptance testing and technical evaluations. The role requires practical experience in maritime systems (propulsion, electrical, hull, sensors, weapons) and formalized technical training. The candidate must possess sound digital literacy, specifically with Microsoft Office, and demonstrate the ability to work in a multi-functional organization. Fluency in English is required, with working knowledge of French desirable. Desirable qualifications include 10+ years of experience in maritime systems, project management certification, and two years of project team experience. The position is based in Capellen, Luxembourg, and requires adherence to NATO's Code of Conduct.
Closes 8/16/2026Officer, Security Architecture and Cyber Capabilities
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
The Officer, Security Architecture and Cyber Capabilities role within NATO’s Cyber and Digital Transformation Division focuses on leading capability architecture activities for cyber plans and capabilities. The incumbent supports the Section Head in establishing security-by-design principles for capability and solution architectures, ensuring interoperability and resilience across the Alliance. Key responsibilities include developing cyber capability architectures (including CIS security and cryptography), providing architecture support for cyber defense programmes, and managing project implementation risks. The role requires extensive stakeholder management, collaborating with Allied Command Transformation, the NATO Communications and Information Agency, national cyber engineers, and industry partners. The incumbent must represent the division in committees, maintain knowledge of enterprise architectural approaches, and ensure compliance with NATO Reference Architectures. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree in computer science or cybersecurity, substantial experience in IT architecture and security projects, and the ability to translate complex technical issues for non-technical audiences. Fluency in English or French and a beginner level in the other are mandatory. The position is based in Brussels, Belgium, on a definite duration contract with a maximum service period of six years.
Closes 9/27/2026System Engineer (Project Post)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
The System Engineer supports the Programs, Engineering and Maintenance Division of the BIGES Group Executive within NATO. The role focuses on the integration, testing, validation, and transition of software and application services into the BIGES enterprise. Key responsibilities include ensuring controlled and interoperable introduction of software components, maintaining technical documentation, supporting system testing, and coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders like the NCIA. The incumbent works under the EEA Branch Head to align with architectural standards and security requirements. The position requires expertise in agile software development, object-oriented analysis, and specific programming languages. It involves maintaining operational readiness and service coherence for NATO's intelligence and information sharing capabilities. The role is a three-year definite duration project post based in Brussels, Belgium, requiring travel and potential out-of-hours work. It demands high proficiency in English and adherence to strict security and integrity protocols.
Closes 9/6/2026Programme Management Officer, P3
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Programme Management Officer (P3) supports the Peacebuilding Impact Hub within the Office of the Assistant Secretary-General for Peacebuilding and Peace Support (PBPSO), a joint DPPA-DPO structure. The role focuses on developing and managing the Peacebuilding Data Platform, coordinating evidence generation for peacebuilding impact, and facilitating capacity-building workshops. Key responsibilities include data analysis, research on peacebuilding trends, designing survey tools, and producing analytical reports. The officer also provides substantive support to consultative meetings, coordinates budget and funding activities, and leads field missions. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and programme management skills, with specific expertise in data analytics and peacebuilding. The position is a temporary assignment available until 31 December 2026, potentially limited to internal candidates or those based at the duty station.
Closes 7/27/2026
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