The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service sponsors qualified U.S. citizens for participation in the United Nations Associate Professional Officer program. This program recruits American citizens under a bilateral agreement between the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) and United States government to work for the FAO on agriculture development and capacity building projects for up to two years, with a possibility of an extension, depending on the APO’s performance and available funding. After completing their APO assignment, many APOs successfully compete for positions in the UN. This fully funded staffing program strengthens the capacity of the United Nations and gives U.S. citizens the experience and skills necessary to become active members of the international community.
Educational Background: Required an advanced university degree in natural resources, agriculture, environmental sciences, or related field.
Work Experience: Required at least two years of experience in agriculture or a field related to agriculture, such as, climate change, conservation of natural resources and extension services.
Only persons with U.S. citizenship may apply.
There is no specific age requirement to apply and all applicants possessing the relevant experience are considered.
Position: Associate Professional Officer - Climate Smart Agriculture
Department: Facilitation Unit of the Alliance on Climate Smart Agriculture (ACSA) which is hosted at FAO’s Headquarters
Location: Rome, Italy
Application Period: November 1 - December 5, 2014
The Associate Professional Officer Program selection processes are carried out jointly by the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. To apply, please send the following list of application requirements to APO-APPLICATION-FAO@fas.usda.gov. Please state which position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
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