FAO Home-based Consultant Job 2026: Enhanced Transparency Expert

Overview

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is hiring an Enhanced Transparency Expert to support Timor-Leste in fulfilling its reporting obligations under the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement. The selected professional will coordinate the preparation of the country's First Biennial Transparency Report combined with its Third National Communication. This role contributes to a Global Environment Facility-funded project aimed at strengthening national capacity, improving transparency in climate commitments, and helping decision-makers evaluate national actions and identify future support needs.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold an advanced university degree in environmental management, natural resources management, climate change, agriculture, or a related field from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities and UNESCO. Candidates possessing only a bachelor's degree must demonstrate two additional years of relevant professional experience. Furthermore, applicants are required to have at least ten years of relevant experience in UNFCCC reporting, climate change transparency reporting, technical coordination, or report integration, alongside working knowledge of English.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience in technical editing, quality assurance, and integrating Biennial Transparency Reports with National Communications. A solid understanding of the Paris Agreement's Enhanced Transparency Framework, reporting procedures, flexibility provisions, and non-inventory formats is necessary. Additional value is placed on experience reviewing nationally determined contribution tracking, mitigation, projections, climate risks, adaptation, and loss-and-damage information. Essential competencies include strong analytical, communication, coordination, and mentoring skills, as well as the ability to translate complex technical evidence into clear reporting and maintain cross-chapter consistency.

How to apply

Interested candidates must create or update a profile on the official recruitment portal, ensuring it includes complete employment records, qualifications, and language skills. Applicants need to attach a letter of motivation and submit the application through the designated portal. Qualifications must be recognized in the World Higher Education Database, and the organization does not charge any recruitment fees.

Key dates

The application deadline is 12 November 2026 at 12:59 a.m.