FAO Fellows Programme Scholarship 2026 in Italy
Apply for the FAO Fellows Programme in Italy to gain international experience at the Food and Agriculture Organization. This opportunity is open to PhD students, researchers, and professors from member countries with rolling deadlines.
Overview
The FAO Fellows Programme is designed for researchers, PhD students, and professors originating from FAO member countries. Hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization in Italy and various global offices, participants contribute directly to global initiatives tackling agriculture, food security, and sustainable development while gaining hands-on international experience within the United Nations system.
Benefits
- Gain valuable international experience and contribute to high-impact FAO initiatives.
- Access extensive knowledge networks and resources within the organization.
- Note: The fellowship is self-funded, and FAO does not provide financial remuneration to fellows.
Eligibility
- Must be a national of an FAO member country.
- Must hold a graduate or post-graduate degree (such as a Master's or PhD) or currently be enrolled in a PhD programme.
- Must possess a minimum of two years of relevant work or research experience.
- Must have a working knowledge of at least one official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish).
- Must be adaptable to a multicultural environment and have no immediate family members employed by FAO.
How to Apply
Candidates must prepare the necessary application documents, including an online form, a research proposal, and proof of academic qualifications. To apply, access the official FAO career portal and submit your materials through the active “Call for Expression of Interest” for the Fellows Programme.
Deadline
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis with no fixed termination date.