Information Technology Developer (various profiles), Various Locations

ppJob Description - Information Technology Developer (various profiles) ) /p pJob Description /p pbCALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT : /b /p pInformation Technology Developer (various profiles) /p h3Job Posting /h3 p16/Sep/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p30/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : CSI - Digital FAO and Agro-Informatics Division /p h3Job Type /h3 pNon-staff opportunities /p pType of Requisition : Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) /p h3Primary Location /h3 pVarious Locations-Various Locations /p pDuration : Up to 11 months /p pPost Number : N/A /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /p ul liFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. /li liQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply; /li liEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /li liFAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination /li liAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /li liAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /li /ul pFAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. /p h3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Digital FAO and Agro-informatics (CSI) is responsible for all IT activities within the Organization. CSI performs on behalf of the Organization the following critical roles: defining FAO IT policies and providing strategic advice on IT architecture and standards, governance, policy and operational matters while monitoring organizational compliance; defining the mechanisms for managing FAO's information and data; protecting FAO's information assets and ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability; ensuring provision of IT services that are core for the Organization's global operations and supporting the information and business processes; coordinating organization-wide IT activities to reduce duplication and fragmentation and to increase integration of information data, systems and platforms, mobilizing IT resources from across the Organization. /p pThe Agro-informatics unit combines information technology with agricultural data management, analysis, and application to fight poverty and hunger through better production, better nutrients, a better environment, and better livelihood. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe incumbent will report to the Information Technology Officer, Competency Centre Lead or Project Lead. /p h3Technical Focus /h3 pThe incumbent will participate in an agile software development team or technical competency centre, building high-quality and effective software products and services that deliver solutions to help FAO accomplish its mission. They will contribute to application development with a focus on creating solutions using cutting-edge technologies and mainstreaming their adoption, serving in one of the following roles: /p h3Tasks and responsibilities /h3 h3Web/ Mobile Developer /h3 ul liDevelop responsive and user-friendly applications using front-end frameworks. /li liCollaborate closely with backend developers and designers to ensure web or mobile applications work smoothly across different devices and platforms. /li /ul h3Data Engineer / AI Engineer /h3 ul liDesign, build, and maintain the data collection, storage, and processing infrastructure. /li liEnsure data pipelines are efficient, scalable, and reliable, preparing data for analytical and machine learning purposes. /li liDesign, develop and implement AI models and algorithms to solve complex issues. /li /ul h3Software Engineer /h3 ul liDesign, develop, and maintain software solutions across the full development lifecycle. /li liCollaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into functional applications. /li liEnsure code quality, performance, and scalability through testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices. Includes Geospatial software Engineering /li /ul h3Data Visualization Specialist /h3 ul liTransform complex data sets into clear, actionable visual formats such as charts, graphs, and dashboards utilizing tools like Tableau, or Power BI. /li /ul h3CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING /h3 h3For Consultants: /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in computer science, data science, software engineering, or related fields. Consultants with a bachelor’s degree need two additional years of relevant experience. /li liAt least one (1) year of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following areas: information technology, data engineering, software engineering or related disciplines. /li liWorking knowledge of English (C1). Limited knowledge of one of Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese or Russian is desirable. /li /ul h3For PSA: /h3 ul liUniversity degree (or technical degree/certificate) from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in computer science, data science, software engineering or related fields. /li liAt least one (1) year of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following areas: information technology, data engineering, software engineering or related disciplines. /li liWorking knowledge of English (C1) /li /ul h3FAO Core Competencies /h3 h3Selection Criteria /h3 ul liSelf-learner and independent /li liAbility to work in a team, including agile development. /li liDemonstrable ability to implement solutions to complex problems on the front end, back end, and mobile platforms. /li liExperience in the profiles of software developer, project lead or project support. /li liDeep knowledge and skill in programming techniques, technologies and frameworks /li liExperience in designing mobile cloud first architectures /li liFamiliarity with defensive and secure programming techniques /li liKnowledge of internet and web protocols and standards. /li liDesirable knowledge of software development best practices including version and release management, continuous test, integration and delivery. /li /ul pPlease note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency /p h3ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liFAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing) /li liPlease note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list /li liPlease note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at /li liAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. /li /ul pIf you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr