Call For Expression Of Interest - Temporary General Services Positions

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Job Description - Call For Expression Of Interest - Temporary General Services Positions (2502219)

Call For Expression Of Interest - Temporary General Services Positions

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 2502219

Job Posting: 15/Sep/2025

Closure Date: 15/Oct/2025, 9:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: HQ

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: General Service

Primary Location: Italy-Rome

Duration: 2 months, with a possibility of extension up to 11 months

Post Number: N/A

CCOG Code: N/A

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Staff in the General Service category are recruited locally from the Primary Location area, which is where the office is located

Key Organization Information

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. Staff are recruited locally for General Service positions at the duty location. FAO specifically encourages qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non- and under-represented Members, and persons with disabilities to apply. All selections involve reference and background checks, and confidentiality is maintained. FAO staff may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization by the Director-General.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems.

The positions are located at FAO Headquarters, Rome, Italy.

General Service Positions

The functions in the General Service category include administrative, secretarial, and clerical support that contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the work units. Short-term appointments are designed to discharge administrative support functions of a temporary nature.

Duration

The appointment will be on a short-term contract, initially lasting for 2 months, with a possibility of extension up to 11 months, subject to satisfactory performance and organizational needs. Temporary General Service assignments are junior positions and do not carry any expectation of further extension, renewal or conversion to any other appointment.

Purpose

The objective of the Call is to attract talent for Temporary General Service positions as they become available. The Call will create a roster of applicants to identify candidates for junior positions at G-2 Grade based on experience and language qualifications.

Below are some examples of different functional areas covered by the roster:

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Secondary School Education.
• Experience: A minimum of one year of relevant experience in related positions.
• Languages: Full proficiency / Working knowledge (Level C) of English
• IT Skills: Knowledge of MS Office applications, internet and office technology equipment; proficiency in corporate electronic databases and systems is an asset.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of corporate computerized Financial / Travel / Human Resources systems
• Intermediate proficiency (level B) of one of the other FAO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish)

Main responsibilities and tasks for the General Service positions

The key functions / results include but are not limited to:

• Sort, register and route correspondence; type and format routine documentation, tables, reports, etc.
• Receive, screen and direct telephone calls and visitors; respond to routine internal and external enquiries and/or refer to appropriate contacts/units.
• Enter, retrieve, structure and update information and data from easily accessible sources; present results in standard format.
• Set up and maintain office files and reference systems according to standard procedures.
• Initiate, view and track administrative transactions in computerized financial / travel / human resources systems.
• Prepare standard statistical reports, tables and diagrams for evidence and comparison to facilitate review and analysis.
• Support the organization and administration of meetings, workshops and events.
• Ensure availability of office supplies and maintenance of office equipment.
• Initiate transactions in the Organization’s computerized administrative systems.
• Prepare draft cost estimates and budget proposals and participate in budget analysis and projections.
• Assist with familiarisation of security procedures, ensure safety in emergencies, and assist with building evacuation; carry out entrance checks of people and goods and check alarm systems.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a technical / competency-based interview.

Additional Information

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
• FAO requires qualifications from accredited institutions; WHED/IAU/UNESCO guidelines apply.
• Appointment will be subject to medical fitness, accreditation, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
• General Service Staff are recruited locally and must reside within commuting distance of the duty station.
• No international benefits are payable; pay is in the local currency of the office location.
• For more information visit the FAO employment website.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Attach language certificates as appropriate. Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations will be accepted. FAO may require a language test in the future. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Candidates may be asked to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks. Personal information provided may be shared with FAO and partner services for employment support. You may withdraw consent at any time.

Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered. Your application will be screened based on the information in your online profile. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline.

If you need help, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team: https://fao.service-now.com/csp