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Humanitarian response, emergency preparedness, protection, camp coordination, and field roles supporting UN-system humanitarian operations worldwide. UNlockit refreshes UN-system vacancies daily from each agency's career portal; every posting links back to the official application page.
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- Last refreshed
- 7/22/2026
Latest open roles
Procurement Officer
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇨🇱 Chile
The Procurement Officer (P-4) at FAO's Regional Office in Santiago, Chile, leads procurement services and quality assurance for Letters of Agreement in compliance with FAO rules and UN guidelines. Responsibilities include managing the full procurement cycle, supervising staff, developing policy frameworks, and providing strategic advice to headquarters and decentralized offices. The role involves coordinating with donors, partners, and auditors, promoting sustainability, and enhancing regional procurement capacity through training and mentoring. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in international procurement standards, complex contractual issues, and public sector procurement, with a strong focus on results, teamwork, and communication.
Closes 8/11/2026Technical Assistant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Technical Assistant provides critical technical support for the Anticipatory Action and Livelihood Restoration Programme under the FAO Philippines Country Programming Framework. Reporting to the Assistant FAO Representative, the role focuses on project coordination, implementation support, and stakeholder engagement. Key responsibilities include tracking project workplans and activity schedules, coordinating with implementing partners and government counterparts, and facilitating coordination meetings and field missions. The assistant also manages logistical arrangements for events, maintains project documentation and knowledge repositories, and supports monitoring, reporting, and data management activities. Financial support involves monitoring fund utilization and tracking expenditures against approved budgets. The candidate will assist in drafting communication materials, briefing notes, and donor reports, while ensuring compliance with FAO procedures. This position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in English and Filipino, and the ability to work effectively in a complex humanitarian context. The role involves field missions to Isabela and Cagayan Province and demands adaptability, teamwork, and excellent written and oral communication skills. It is a fixed-term contract position aimed at supporting agrifood systems transformation and resilience building in the Philippines.
Closes 8/3/2026Travel Assistant (Travel And Transportation Unit)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Travel Assistant supports the administrative functions of the Travel and Transportation Unit within the Logistics Services Division at FAO headquarters in Rome. The role involves processing travel transactions, maintaining data records, and providing procedural guidance on FAO's travel policies. Key responsibilities include tracking system issues, assisting with audit recommendations, testing system changes, and managing import license requests for staff shipments. The incumbent interacts with internal clients and contractors to ensure efficient travel support services. The position requires a candidate with secondary education and three years of relevant experience in office, administration, travel, or accounting support. Proficiency in English and strong IT skills, particularly with MS Office and ERP systems, are essential. The role is a fixed-term staff position at the G-4 level, open to local candidates in Rome who meet residency and work authorization requirements.
Closes 8/3/2026Administrative and Finance Assistant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Administrative and Finance Assistant provides comprehensive administrative, financial, procurement, and logistical support to ensure the efficient implementation of project activities within the FAO Representation in the Philippines. Reporting to the Assistant FAO Representative (Administration), the incumbent assists with budget monitoring, financial record-keeping, payment processing, cash transfer documentation, inventory management, and filing. Key responsibilities include preparing purchase requisitions, processing payments for very low-value procurement and petty cash, and supporting project closure activities. The role requires coordination with the project team, FAO units, service providers, and government counterparts to facilitate timely delivery of outputs. The candidate must possess a university degree in Business Administration, Accountancy, or a related field, along with at least five years of progressive experience in administrative, accounting, logistics, travel, and procurement support at the field level. Full proficiency in English is required, along with excellent writing and report-writing skills in both English and Filipino. The position involves field missions to Isabela and Cagayan provinces and requires the ability to work under pressure in a complex humanitarian context. This is a non-staff opportunity under the National Project Personnel (NPP) modality, limited to nationals of the Philippines.
Closes 7/31/2026Administrative Assistant-Travel
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇦🇴 Angola
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking an Administrative Assistant-Travel to support its Representation in Angola. Reporting to the Assistant FAO Representative (Administration), the incumbent provides routine administrative and operational support for FAO programmes and projects, with a specific focus on travel management. Key responsibilities include compiling and maintaining the Monthly Travel Plan, initiating travel authorizations and expense claims, and ensuring compliance with FAO rules and security clearances. The role involves processing travel-related documentation, liaising with travel agencies for economical routings, and managing vendor records in the GRMS system. The assistant also supports staff with visa requests, protocol arrangements, and training venue coordination. Additional duties include assisting with travel cost budgets, monitoring procurement processes, managing UN Mobility requests, and maintaining office files and databases. The ideal candidate possesses a secondary school education, two years of relevant office support experience, and working knowledge of English, French, or Spanish. Strong organizational skills, computer literacy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This is a non-staff opportunity under the National Project Personnel (NPP) modality for a duration of 11 months.
Closes 7/31/2026Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist provides technical leadership for the design, implementation, and monitoring of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture interventions in the Philippines. The role focuses on enhancing productivity, livelihood security, and resilience for small-scale fisherfolk and aquaculture communities. Key responsibilities include conducting site-specific technical assessments of climate risks and production constraints, recommending appropriate intervention packages, and promoting sustainable, energy-efficient practices. The specialist supports the integration of fisheries concerns into broader climate-resilient agriculture approaches, ensuring beneficiaries receive cash-plus support and risk-informed technical assistance. The position involves developing and delivering training modules, facilitating capacity-building activities for various stakeholders including cooperatives and local government units, and providing field-based advisory support. The specialist must integrate Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) considerations into all interventions and support anticipatory action measures linked to early warning systems. Coordination with government agencies, civil society, and academic institutions is essential to ensure technical alignment and avoid duplication. The role also requires collecting and analyzing data to guide adaptive management, documenting good practices, and preparing technical reports and knowledge products. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise in fisheries and aquaculture, experience in rural development, and the ability to work effectively in complex humanitarian and development contexts.
Closes 7/30/2026Field Technical Coordinator (2 positions)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · Various Locations
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is recruiting two Field Technical Coordinators for a project aimed at strengthening the resilience of inland fisheries affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. Based in Trincomalee and Ampara districts, the role involves providing technical and field-level support for fisheries and aquaculture activities, including the installation of fish cages, barrier nets, and fish seed stocking. The coordinator will work closely with NAQDA, district fisheries officers, and community-based organizations to facilitate technical guidance, field monitoring, training programs, and data collection. Key responsibilities include overseeing field implementation, ensuring compliance with environmental and social safeguards, maintaining comprehensive records, and reporting project progress. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree in Agriculture, Aquaculture, or Fisheries, along with at least four years of project coordination experience, including two years in aquaculture or fisheries. Strong field coordination skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and working knowledge of English and Sinhala/Tamil are required. The position is a non-staff opportunity (NPP) with a duration of nine months.
Closes 7/30/2026Procurement Assistant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Procurement Assistant provides procurement and administrative support to ensure the efficient implementation of project activities in accordance with FAO rules. Key responsibilities include reviewing and preparing routine procurement documentation such as invitations to bid, purchase orders, and contracts; monitoring the receipt of goods and services; and verifying invoices for accuracy. The role involves filing documents, running periodic reports, and ensuring accurate data input into systems. The assistant also supports corporate environmental sustainability initiatives. The candidate must possess a university degree in Business Administration, Accountancy, or a related field, along with at least five years of progressive experience in administrative, accounting, logistics, travel, and procurement support within project implementation at the field level. Fluency in English and Filipino is required, with working knowledge of local dialects as an advantage. The position is based in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, with field missions in Isabela and Cagayan Provinces. It is a non-staff opportunity (NPP) for a duration of 12 months with a 3-month probationary period. The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and intermediate computer skills in MS Office.
Closes 7/30/2026Programme Officer (Organizational Resilience Support)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a Programme Officer (Organizational Resilience Support) at the P-3 level to join the Logistics Service Division (CSL) in Rome, Italy. This fixed-term staff position focuses on coordinating organizational resilience and overseeing business continuity management (BCM) in alignment with UN-wide best practices and FAO policies. The incumbent will support the Organizational Resilience Management System (ORMS), including Business Impact Analysis, Maintenance, Exercise and Review (ME-R) activities, and internal training. Key responsibilities involve developing, implementing, and monitoring resilience programmes; contributing to policy formulation and compliance reviews; and preparing high-level reports and background papers for interagency events. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in business operations, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across decentralized offices. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has five years of relevant experience in project management, business operations, or organizational resilience. Proficiency in English and an intermediate level of another official FAO language are required. Professional certifications in BCM are desirable. The position offers a competitive UN compensation package and is open to diverse candidates, with a focus on integrity and professional conduct.
Closes 7/29/2026Project Coordinator
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇵🇭 Philippines
The Project Coordinator provides technical and operational leadership for the FAO-led components of the 'European Union Support for Resilient Mindanao' (EU4Mindanao) Action. This role focuses on strengthening community resilience, climate-smart agricultural production, and value chain development in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs) of the Philippines. The incumbent ensures effective planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of field activities aligned with donor agreements and FAO standards. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets and procurement, overseeing personnel and partners, facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination with government and civil society, and leading capacity-building interventions. The role requires applying a Humanitarian-Peace-Development-Climate (HPDC) nexus approach to support vulnerable groups, including Indigenous Peoples, IDPs, and women. The coordinator also handles donor reporting, resource mobilization, and visibility compliance. The position is based in Davao City, Philippines, on a 12-month National Project Personnel (NPP) contract, reporting to the Assistant FAO Representative for Programme.
Closes 7/28/2026Procurement Assistant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇦🇴 Angola
The Procurement Assistant provides routine administrative and operational support for FAO procurement activities in Angola, ensuring compliance with FAO rules and regulations. Key responsibilities include preparing solicitation documents (RFQ, ITB, RFP), conducting market research, performing financial evaluations of bids, and managing tender opening panels. The role involves maintaining accurate procurement records, tracking delivery timelines, and liaising with programme, finance, and logistics teams. The incumbent supports audit requests and ensures documentation completeness. The ideal candidate holds a university degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field, with a minimum of four years of professional experience in procurement, logistics, or administration, preferably within the UN system. Fluency in English and Portuguese is required, and the candidate must be a national of Angola. The position is a short-term National Project Personnel contract based in Luanda.
Closes 7/28/2026Assistant FAO Representative (Administration)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇸🇴 Somalia
The Assistant FAO Representative (Administration) provides high-level administrative and financial management support to the FAO Representative in Mogadishu, Somalia. The role involves planning and coordinating office services, supervising the administrative team, and managing programme administration including accounting, personnel administration, and budget monitoring. Key responsibilities include preparing financial reports and budgetary estimates, processing payments, overseeing procurement and customs clearances, and ensuring compliance with FAO policies and Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS). The ideal candidate is a Somali national with a Master’s degree in business or public administration and at least three years of relevant experience in office management, administration, accounting, or finance. The role requires proficiency in English and the local language, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of UN operational procedures. This is a fixed-term staff position (N-2 grade) focused on supporting the organization's mission to achieve food security and sustainable agrifood systems in Somalia.
Closes 7/27/2026Travel 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 7/24/2026Procurement Officer (Monitoring And Compliance)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇮🇹 Italy
The Procurement Officer (Monitoring and Compliance) at FAO headquarters in Rome ensures procurement activities adhere to established policies and public procurement best practices. The role involves monitoring compliance through report analysis, identifying variances, and supporting the second line of defense. Key responsibilities include drafting tender documents and contracts, reviewing technical and financial offers, and assisting in capacity development programs and procurement training for decentralized offices. The officer also supports auditing responses, oversees procurement committee secretariat functions, and utilizes data analytics tools like Power BI for complex reporting. The ideal candidate possesses a Master’s degree plus three years of procurement experience, or a Bachelor’s degree plus five years, along with professional certification (e.g., CIPS). Strong skills in data visualization, contract management, and compliance monitoring are essential, alongside proficiency in English and an intermediate FAO official language.
Closes 7/24/2026Project Coordinator
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is recruiting a Project Coordinator for a 9-month National Project Personnel (NPP) assignment in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. The role supports the 'Strengthening Resilience of Inland Fisheries Affected by the Cyclone' project, aimed at restoring livelihoods for fishers impacted by Cyclone Ditwah. The incumbent will provide day-to-day technical and operational support for fisheries and aquaculture activities, including reservoir restocking, installation of rearing cages and barrier nets, and hatchery operations. Key responsibilities involve coordinating with government agencies (NAQDA), contractors, and community stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation. The coordinator will manage logistics, scheduling, and field missions, support procurement and financial tracking, and maintain comprehensive project documentation. The role requires strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills to deliver results within deadlines. The candidate will work under the supervision of a Project Management Specialist and report to the AFAOR (Programme). Success in this role demands practical experience in fisheries development, community engagement, and field-level project implementation, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to travel to project sites in the Ampara, Batticaloa, and Trincomalee districts.
Closes 7/23/2026Intern-Communication
International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking an Intern-Communication to support its Mission in Chile. This role focuses on designing information, education, and communication materials related to migrant protection and rights, as well as managing digital content for the website and social media channels. Key responsibilities include capturing and editing photos and videos, implementing and monitoring digital communication campaigns, coordinating with vendors for translations, and supporting community outreach and event coverage. The intern will contribute to developing content that promotes safe migration and aligns with IOM’s communication objectives. The position offers training in international cooperation and organizational management, along with access to online courses. The ideal candidate is a student in their final year of a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or a recent graduate, with an interest in communication, social media, and migration issues. They must possess skills in digital content creation, graphic design, photography, and video editing, along with proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office. Fluency in both English and Spanish is mandatory. The internship provides a stipend and occupational accident coverage, requiring candidates to be between 20 and 36 years old with less than two years of relevant work experience.
Closes 7/31/2026Driver
United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇲 Banjul, Gambia
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is recruiting a Driver to support the Programme for Accelerated Community Development (PACD) in The Gambia. This role focuses on providing reliable, safe, and discreet driving services to operations and programme staff, consultants, and UN personnel on mission. The incumbent is responsible for the proper use and day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, including minor repairs and routine checks of tires, battery, and fluids. Key duties include transporting authorized personnel, managing the delivery and collection of mail and documents, and assisting with visa and customs formalities for visitors at the airport. The driver must maintain accurate daily logs, ensure all necessary vehicle documents and supplies (such as first aid kits and spare parts) are available, and report any road safety incidents promptly. The position requires a client-oriented approach, demonstrating courtesy, tact, and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the driver must adhere to high standards of integrity, discretion, and security protocols. The role demands a safe driving record, knowledge of local driving regulations, and proficiency in English, with local language skills considered an asset. The successful candidate will contribute to the broader mission of addressing poverty and inequality by ensuring efficient logistical support for community development initiatives.
Closes 8/5/2026Project Associate (Wash & NFI)
International Organization for Migration · 🇻🇪 Caracas, Venezuela
The Project Associate (Wash & NFI) role at IOM in Caracas supports the implementation and monitoring of humanitarian projects focused on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) and Non-Food Items (NFI). Key responsibilities include assisting in project activity implementation, monitoring budgets, and acting as the administrative focal point for project coordination. The associate retrieves and analyzes data, drafts status reports and correspondence, and organizes meetings and workshops. The role requires extensive liaison with local authorities, partners, UN agencies, and donors. The candidate must monitor Implementing Partners, report non-compliances, and provide guidance to junior staff. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant social science field with three years of experience, or a High School diploma with five years of experience. Essential experience includes WASH/NFI projects, field monitoring, data collection, and coordination with communities and authorities. Fluency in Spanish is required, with English proficiency desirable. The position is a G-5 Special Short-Term contract until December 31, 2026.
Closes 7/25/2026Operations Assistant (Data Processing)
International Organization for Migration · 🇩🇿 Algiers, Algeria
The Operations Assistant (Data Processing) role supports Movement Operations by managing travel documentation and data integrity for migrants. Key responsibilities include recording demographic and biographic information in the MiMOSA system, securing and accounting for travel documents, and processing exit permits in coordination with supervisors and authorities. The assistant ensures timely dispatch of travel documents, prepares travel-ready documentation for field support colleagues, and generates reports on documentation receipt and service delivery. The role requires maintaining accurate data, alerting management to non-compliance or issues, and adhering strictly to IOM’s Code of Conduct, PSEA guidelines, and data protection rules. The ideal candidate possesses strong computer skills, familiarity with movement operations databases, and fluency in both English and French. This position demands high attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work professionally with diverse stakeholders.
Closes 8/5/2026Movement Operations Assistant (Field Support)
International Organization for Migration · 🇩🇿 Algiers, Algeria
The Movement Operations Assistant (Field Support) role involves providing direct field support to migrants at airports, transit centers, camps, and third-party facilities. Key responsibilities include verifying identities and travel documentation, assisting with airport formalities such as check-in and security screening, and escorting individuals to transportation. The assistant supports vulnerable individuals during their stay by providing orientation, food, and non-food items, while ensuring their safety and comfort. Duties also involve entering and updating data in relevant systems, coordinating transportation logistics, and providing interpretation services when needed. The role requires working extended periods, including overnight shifts and weekends, and maintaining strict confidentiality and adherence to IOM Standards of Conduct and Protection Mainstreaming Minimum Standards. The ideal candidate is computer literate, detail-oriented, and possesses strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with diverse populations. Fluency in both English and French is mandatory, with Arabic being desirable. The position demands the ability to remain impartial, unbiased, and resilient in challenging field environments while reporting issues promptly to supervisors.
Closes 8/5/2026
Top organisations
- International Organization for Migration140
- World Food Programme49
- United Nations Office for Project Services34
- United Nations Development Programme24
- North Atlantic Treaty Organization21
- UNICEF20
- World Bank Group20
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations17
- UN High Commissioner for Refugees16
- United Nations Population Fund13
Top countries
- United States21
- Haiti19
- Austria18
- Philippines16
- Switzerland16
- Italy14
- Ukraine14
- Central African Republic13
- Ethiopia11
- Belgium10
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