National Digital Agriculture Policy Specialist

About the role

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is seeking a National Digital Agriculture Policy Specialist to support Albania’s digital transformation of agriculture and rural areas. Based in Tirana, the specialist will work for 11 months under a Personal Services Agreement, contributing to a joint programme with the International Labour Organisation and the International Telecommunication Union.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in designing and implementing the national digital agriculture strategy aligned with FAO’s Country Programme Framework.
• Coordinate with government agencies, private sector, academia, and civil society to promote digital solutions for agriculture, forestry, and fisheries.
• Provide policy analysis, recommendations, and technical guidance on digital tools and platforms.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the joint digital agriculture programme.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity‑building activities for stakeholders.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in agriculture, rural development, ICT, or a related field.
• Proven experience in policy development and digital transformation within the agricultural sector.
• Strong understanding of FAO’s strategic framework and the 2030 Agenda.
• Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of Albanian is an advantage.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with an international UN agency on a high‑impact development programme.
• Exposure to multi‑stakeholder collaboration across government, academia, and the private sector.
• Professional development within FAO’s global network.