FAO Volunteer Programme 2026–27 in Italy

Overview

The FAO Volunteer Programme is a United Nations volunteer initiative hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy. Selected participants are placed at FAO headquarters to engage in research, analysis, reporting, and event support across various departments.

Benefits

• Gain professional experience within an international organization.
• Contribute to global efforts to end hunger and ensure food safety.
• Zero fees required at any stage of the recruitment process.

Eligibility

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have completed secondary school education.
• Must hold nationality in an FAO Member state.
• Must have a working knowledge of at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish).
• Must possess good communication skills.
• Individuals with immediate family members (parents, siblings, or children) currently employed by FAO are ineligible.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications through the online portal by completing the following steps:

1. Create a new account on the official recruitment platform.
2. Fill out the digital application form with personal contact details, education history, language skills, employment records, and certifications.
3. Attach all required documentation, including a letter of motivation and copies of academic qualifications.
4. Review all provided answers and submit the form prior to the closing date.

Deadline

The deadline to submit applications for the FAO Volunteer Programme is 1 January 2027.