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Job Description - Director (FAO Investment Centre) (2601573)
Job Description
2601573
Director (FAO Investment Centre)
Job Posting 27/Jul/2026
Closure Date 24/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : CFI
Job Type Staff position
Type of Requisition : Senior-level
Primary Location Italy-Rome
Duration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension
Post Number : 0017418
CCOG Code : 1L09
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.
FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
The FAO Investment Centre (CFI) provides investment and finance solutions that lead to more efficient, sustainable, inclusive and resilient agrifood systems. Working in over 120 countries, the Centre provides a full suite of investment and finance support to FAO Members. It partners with governments, international and national financing institutions, the private sector and farmers, research institutions and academia to improve the quality and quantity of agrifood investment. The Centre's four main areas of work include support to strategic investment planning and policy, public investment, private investment, and innovative finance. These are complemented by the knowledge for investment and capacity development for investment programmes that serve to share knowledge, learn and build capacities at country level. For additional information on the FAO Investment Centre, its activities, partners and the organizational structure, please visit the following link .
The position is located in the FAO Investment Centre (CFI), at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines The Director (FAO Investment Centre) reports to the Deputy Director-General.
Summary of Duties and Functions
provide strategic vision, guidance and quality assurance for the Organization’s investment support work.
coordinate the planning of the programme of work and ensure its technical quality and implementation through staff and non-staff resources, with the support of CFI Service Chiefs and Deputy Director.
exercise overall management responsibility for the Division’s biennial Programme of Work and Budget, ensuring quality control, progress monitoring and reporting, in support of FAO’s Strategic Framework and in line with results-based management principles.
ensure liaison and coordination with, and provide information, advice and support to FAO Member Nations, IFI partners, UN and its specialized agencies and other global, regional and national bodies, on the Division’s programme of work, technical support requirements, capacity development programme (both internal and external) and knowledge products.
ensure the formulation, by CFI, of large and complex field projects and programmes, in cooperation with other divisions, departments, and the regional and sub-regional offices of the Organization, and develop and provide guidance and support to priority action programmes;
advise the Deputy Director-General, and as necessary, other Divisions/Offices/Centres on areas related to the Division’s fields of competence.
collaborate with member countries, IFI and other development partners, UN and its specialized agencies as well as the private sector in promoting public and private sector investments in food security, agriculture and rural development.
represent the Organization in high-level meetings and other events dealing with issues relevant to the Division’s mandate and areas of work.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, agriculture sciences, rural infrastructure engineering, environmental sciences, natural resources management, public services management, business administration, public policy or administration, or other closely related fields.
Minimum fifteen years of extensive experience in the planning and management of agricultural and rural development projects and programmes in developing countries.
Familiarity with the policies and procedures of the main international financing and other development partners such as the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF).
Proven intellectual, managerial and technical leadership of a high order in the relevant subject areas.
Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish.
Leadership Competencies Results focus:
Takes accountability for the delivery of agreed results in service of FAO’s strategic framework
Leading, engaging and empowering others:
Coordinates, directs, facilitates and recognizes team efforts; creates an enabling environment and assists others to realize and develop their potential
Communication:
Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication
Partnering and Advocating:
Promotes ideas and develops partnerships to advance the Organization’s work
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement:
Continually seeks to improve the knowledge, skills and work processes of oneself and others
Strategic thinking:
Makes informed and coherent decisions aligned with broader goals and strategies.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for all and Integrity and Transparency.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: https://commonsystem.org/cp/default.asp
Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
Dependency allowances
Rental subsidy
Education grant for children
Home leave travel
30 working days of annual leave per year
Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
International health insurance; optional life insurance
Disability protection
FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.
This includes
elements of family-friendly policies
flexible working arrangements
standards of conduct.
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Job Description
2601573
Director (FAO Investment Centre)
Job Posting 27/Jul/2026
Closure Date 24/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : CFI
Job Type Staff position
Type of Requisition : Senior-level
Primary Location Italy-Rome
Duration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension
Post Number : 0017418
CCOG Code : 1L09
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.
FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
The FAO Investment Centre (CFI) provides investment and finance solutions that lead to more efficient, sustainable, inclusive and resilient agrifood systems. Working in over 120 countries, the Centre provides a full suite of investment and finance support to FAO Members. It partners with governments, international and national financing institutions, the private sector and farmers, research institutions and academia to improve the quality and quantity of agrifood investment. The Centre's four main areas of work include support to strategic investment planning and policy, public investment, private investment, and innovative finance. These are complemented by the knowledge for investment and capacity development for investment programmes that serve to share knowledge, learn and build capacities at country level. For additional information on the FAO Investment Centre, its activities, partners and the organizational structure, please visit the following link .
The position is located in the FAO Investment Centre (CFI), at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines The Director (FAO Investment Centre) reports to the Deputy Director-General.
Summary of Duties and Functions
provide strategic vision, guidance and quality assurance for the Organization’s investment support work.
coordinate the planning of the programme of work and ensure its technical quality and implementation through staff and non-staff resources, with the support of CFI Service Chiefs and Deputy Director.
exercise overall management responsibility for the Division’s biennial Programme of Work and Budget, ensuring quality control, progress monitoring and reporting, in support of FAO’s Strategic Framework and in line with results-based management principles.
ensure liaison and coordination with, and provide information, advice and support to FAO Member Nations, IFI partners, UN and its specialized agencies and other global, regional and national bodies, on the Division’s programme of work, technical support requirements, capacity development programme (both internal and external) and knowledge products.
ensure the formulation, by CFI, of large and complex field projects and programmes, in cooperation with other divisions, departments, and the regional and sub-regional offices of the Organization, and develop and provide guidance and support to priority action programmes;
advise the Deputy Director-General, and as necessary, other Divisions/Offices/Centres on areas related to the Division’s fields of competence.
collaborate with member countries, IFI and other development partners, UN and its specialized agencies as well as the private sector in promoting public and private sector investments in food security, agriculture and rural development.
represent the Organization in high-level meetings and other events dealing with issues relevant to the Division’s mandate and areas of work.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, agriculture sciences, rural infrastructure engineering, environmental sciences, natural resources management, public services management, business administration, public policy or administration, or other closely related fields.
Minimum fifteen years of extensive experience in the planning and management of agricultural and rural development projects and programmes in developing countries.
Familiarity with the policies and procedures of the main international financing and other development partners such as the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF).
Proven intellectual, managerial and technical leadership of a high order in the relevant subject areas.
Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish.
Leadership Competencies Results focus:
Takes accountability for the delivery of agreed results in service of FAO’s strategic framework
Leading, engaging and empowering others:
Coordinates, directs, facilitates and recognizes team efforts; creates an enabling environment and assists others to realize and develop their potential
Communication:
Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication
Partnering and Advocating:
Promotes ideas and develops partnerships to advance the Organization’s work
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement:
Continually seeks to improve the knowledge, skills and work processes of oneself and others
Strategic thinking:
Makes informed and coherent decisions aligned with broader goals and strategies.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for all and Integrity and Transparency.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: https://commonsystem.org/cp/default.asp
Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
Dependency allowances
Rental subsidy
Education grant for children
Home leave travel
30 working days of annual leave per year
Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
International health insurance; optional life insurance
Disability protection
FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.
This includes
elements of family-friendly policies
flexible working arrangements
standards of conduct.
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