Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Hiring in Various Job Positions.
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Hiring in Various Job Positions
Job Opportunities at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations
Application Deadline: May 23, 2025
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Sector: NGO / Non-Profit / Agriculture
Note:
FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or any other fee). When in doubt, contact FAO directly.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized UN agency leading international efforts to combat hunger and promote food security.
Open Positions
1. National Soil Laboratories Specialist
Type: Full-Time
Experience: Minimum 8 years
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Crop Science, Agricultural Economics, or a related field
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Languages: Proficient in English and Kiswahili (Level C)
Eligibility: Kenyan nationals only
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee processing of soil samples for wet and dry chemistry analysis.
- Collaborate with laboratories and partners to ensure accurate and timely results.
- Support quality assurance and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Organize capacity-building workshops and training sessions.
- Assist in procurement and implementation of laboratory equipment.
- Monitor progress and assess quality of laboratory harmonization activities.
- Facilitate the development of a national soil laboratory network.
- Contribute to project monitoring and reporting.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the FAO Representative (FAOR).
2. National Soil Information and Data Specialist
Type: Full-Time
Experience: Minimum 3 years
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science, Soil Science, GIS, Computer Science, or a related field
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Languages: Proficient in English and Kiswahili (Level C)
Eligibility: Kenyan nationals only
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise collection, harmonization, and systematization of soil data and legacy maps.
- Design and oversee national soil surveys using advanced methodologies.
- Develop digital soil maps and integrate data into decision support tools.
- Design and support implementation of a soil monitoring system, including a soil spectral library.
- Build capacity in digital soil mapping and modeling.
- Coordinate stakeholder workshops and ensure timely delivery of project outputs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by FAOR.
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How to Apply:
Submit your application through the official FAO links below:
