Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Roma

On-site

EUR 63,000 - 81,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in Rome, Italy seeks a Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring) to support the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team. The role focuses on developing indicators, monitoring initiatives, and providing data-driven insights for policy and reporting under international frameworks.

The candidate will hold an advanced degree with at least three years of related experience in programme management and is proficient in English with knowledge of

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration or public administration, social science, political science or a related field.
Three years of relevant experience in project or programme management, administration or related area.
Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language.

Responsibilities

Supports monitoring and evaluation of forest monitoring project implementation, including indicators and data collection.
Develops guidance on measuring and reporting implementation of forest monitoring programmes.
Supports project and programme donor reporting and preparation of progress reports and presentations.
Assists in budget, reporting and financial statements related to programmes and projects.
Contributes to delivery of forest monitoring projects through structured work planning and monitoring progress.

Skills

Project management

Monitoring and evaluation

Data analysis

Policy coordination

Communication in English

Education

Master’s degree in business/public administration or related field

Job description

Job Description - Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring) (2602126)

Job Description

2602126

Job Posting

14/Oct/2026

Closure Date

04/Nov/2026, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: NFO

Job Type

Staff position

Type of Requisition: Professional Project

Primary Location

Italy-Rome

Duration: Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension

Post Number: 2011188

CCOG Code: 1A02

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The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

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.

Organizational Setting

The Forestry Division (NFO) leads FAO's work in promoting sustainable forest management and providing leadership on the environmental, social and economic dimensions of forestry, including contributions of forests and trees to poverty reduction and food security and nutrition. Staff of the Division liaise with Members, civil society and the private sector in aspects ranging from development of effective forest policies to forest conservation and management issues and strengthening the role of forests in climate change mitigation and adaptation. The Division also collects, analyses and disseminates information on the world's forest resources and on the production, trade and consumption of wood and non-wood forest products.

The Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms (FMDP) Team of the Forestry Division supports Members on all aspects of forest monitoring to provide reliable information for forest and land use related policy development, planning, sustainable management and for satisfying international reporting requirements under the UNFCCC, the Paris Agreement, and the CBD's Global Biodiversity Framework. The Team also supports countries on technical issues related to National Forest Monitoring Systems (NFMS), the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Restoration Monitoring, the development of Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) with environmental integrity and eligibility and monitoring requirements for forest finance initiatives such as the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF). The team also develops and maintains Open Foris and SEPAL platforms (Digital Public Goods for forest and land use monitoring). It works closely with the Global Forest Resources Assessment (FRA) team. The work of the team supports implementation of Programme Priority Areas for a better environment under the FAO Strategic Framework.

The position is located in the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team of the Forestry Division (NFO) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.

Reporting Lines

The Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring) reports to the Senior Forestry Officer/Team Leader of the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team, under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director, NFO.

Technical Focus

The Programme Officer (Forest Monitoring) provides support to projects and programmes implemented by the Forest Monitoring and Data Platforms Team.

Key Results

Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate assigned programmes/projects.

Key Functions

Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities; collects, analyses and presents statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging development issues and trends, participation in impact evaluation or equivalent studies.
Participates in survey initiatives; supports data collection, reviews, analyses and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions.
Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.
Monitors activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and preparation of related documents/reports (work programme, programme budget.), as necessary.

Specific Functions

Supports monitoring and evaluation of forest monitoring project implementation including the design of indicators and means of verification, the collection of data to track and report progress, and support to internal and external project evaluations.
Develops team wide guidance on measuring and reporting the implementation of forest monitoring technical assistance with standardized pre-and post-training assessments and surveys.
Supports project and programme compliance with FAO internal procedures.
Supports project and programme donor reporting, including the organization and implementation of Steering Committee meetings, and the compilation of progress reports and presentations.
Supports delivery of forest monitoring projects and programmes, through structured work planning and monitoring progress.
Supports the design and delivery of Letters of Agreement.
Supports resource mobilization efforts through programme/project formulation.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration or public administration, social science, political science or a related field.
Three years of relevant experience in project or programme management, administration or related area.
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).
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project work planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
Extent and relevance of experience in the field of administration, human resources and finance.
Extent of knowledge of forest monitoring, and delivery of forest monitoring projects and programmes.
Understanding of FAO policies and programmes is considered a strong asset.

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
Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
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

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: