The FAO National Professional Officer (Human Resources) position for 2025 offers a unique opportunity to support the Food and Agriculture Organization’s mission of eradicating hunger and promoting sustainable agriculture. In this role, you will be responsible for managing HR functions, including recruitment, talent development, and employee relations.
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As a National Professional Officer, you will collaborate with diverse teams to ensure the effective implementation of HR strategies that align with the FAO’s goals. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in human resources and a commitment to advancing food security and agricultural development. Join us in making a significant impact on the lives of communities around the world!
Minimum Requirements
• National of the country of assignment.
• Advanced university degree in a field related to human resources, business management and/or public administration.
• One year of relevant experience in human resources, management and support, and/or public administration.
• Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of English and Thai.
Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work is desirable.
• Familiarity with the UN rules, polices, processes and administrative systems is considered a strong asset.
• Extent and relevance of experience in human resources, business management and/or administration.
• Ability to interpret staff rules and regulations and to provide advice, support and assistance to supervisors and staff.
• Strong sense of team spirit, service-oriented and able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good sense and awareness of confidentiality and sensitivity of HR-related matters.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and supervise the work of others and ensure a harmonious work environment.
FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments.
• Staff members in this category are recruited locally and paid according to a local salary scale. Salary scales are reviewed periodically on the basis of comprehensive surveys of the best prevailing conditions of employment in the locality.
• FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
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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
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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HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
