Young Professional Officer (Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
2601703
Job Posting
10/Aug/2026
Closure Date
07/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit :
Finance Division, CSF
Job Type
Staff position
Type of
Requisition :
Professional
Primary Location
Italy-Rome
Duration :
Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension
Post Number : 2008746
CCOG Code : 1A05
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FAO Commitment to Workforce Diversity
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 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.
The Finance Division (CSF) recommends and administers financial policies and procedures that meet the highest professional standards; keeps accounts that accurately record financial activities and meet the requirements of internal and external audits; prepares reports to accurately portray the financial status of the Organization and its activities; ensures that the Organization's financial resources are securely kept and productively employed while in FAO's custody;
oversees financial operations wherever performed in the Organization; and ensures that all disbursements are timely and made in accordance with established policies and procedures.
The position is located in the Finance Division (CSF) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines
The Young Professional Officer (Finance) reports to a Senior Finance Officer in CSF.
Technical Focus
Supports financial oversight, reporting and analysis within the Finance Division.
Key Results
Research, technical analysis and project related services to support the delivery of assigned projects, products and services.
Key Functions
Analyses relevant technical social, economic, environmental, and technology information, data and/or statistics for input in various documents.
Maintains records and updates databases and web pages.
Provides technical support to various projects.
Collaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars, etc.
Participates in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners.
Specific Functions
Collects, reviews for accuracy and analyzes financial information and/or internal financial controls to support the delivery of various financial services/activities.
Analyses financial and/or investment data to support financial decisions.
Participates in the development of improved work methods and procedures.
Participates in special project/work teams.
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