Programme Assistant

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO | Staff |
Closing: 18 Mar 2026 13 days remaining
Location: Rome

Overview

The Programme Assistant performs routine administrative and financial functions to support the delivery of the organizational unit's programme and projects.

Tasks Summary
  • Collect and compile data on programme and/or project activities.
  • Initiate and follow up on administrative and financial actions.
  • Review and prepare routine documentation and correspondence for procurement actions.
  • Provide information on programme and/or project expenditures and budget status.
  • Process, format, and proof-read reports, documents, publications, and correspondence.
  • Review and direct correspondence, calls, and queries; respond to routine enquiries.
  • Make arrangements for meetings, seminars, and events, including logistics and document distribution.
  • Perform other duties as required.
Experience Requirements

Three years of relevant experience in financial and/or administrative support work.

Qualification Requirements

Secondary School Education.

Other Details

Languages Required: Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English.

Languages Preferred: Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of Spanish.

Contract Duration: Fixed term: one year with possibility of extension

Work Modality:

Remuneration:

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