Programme Specialist – Sustainable Agri‑Food Systems

About the role

The Programme Specialist will support the FAO Sub‑Regional Office for the Caribbean in coordinating technical and operational aspects of programmes across seven Caribbean countries, contributing to climate‑resilient, nature‑positive agri‑food systems.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals and monitor implementation status for TCP, Trust Fund and regular programme activities.
• Provide operational guidance to technical units, manage risks, review feasibility of proposals and oversee operational clearance.
• Liaise with government authorities, UN agencies and other partners to support the Multi‑country Sustainable Development Framework and related joint initiatives.
• Coordinate the preparation and updating of Country Programming Frameworks, country briefs, annual reports and technical studies.
• Support resource mobilisation, the National Correspondent Scheme and the collection of agricultural statistics.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in climate change, agriculture, environmental sciences, natural resource management or related field (or bachelor’s degree plus two additional years of experience).
• Minimum five years of experience in agricultural development, project development, implementation and monitoring.
• Working knowledge of English (level C) and familiarity with UN system processes is an asset.

Required skills

• Computer literacy.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.