Job Description - Livestock Development Officer (Animal Production And Health) (2602301)

Job Description

2602301

Livestock Development Officer (Animal Production And Health)

Job Details

- Posted: 09/Nov/2026
- Closure Date: 30/Nov/2026, 10:59:00 PM
- Organizational Unit: RLC
- Job Type: Staff position (Professional)
- Primary Location: Chile-Santiago
- Duration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension
- Post Number: 2009288
- CCOG Code: 1H01

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- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
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- FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General,



who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production , better nutrition , a better environment, and a better life , leaving no one behind.

Organizational Setting

The Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean ( RLC ) is responsible for leading FAO's response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO's priority activities in the region. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the Organization in the Region and, in collaboration with departments and divisions at Headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO's strategic response to regional priorities. RLC also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization's Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region,



monitors the level of programme implementation and draws attention to problems and deficiencies. RLC develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs). The Regional Office supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region.

The position is located in the Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (RLC) in Santiago, Chile.

Reporting Lines

The Livestock Development Officer (Animal Production and Health) reports to the Deputy Regional Representative, RLC.

Technical Focus

Leading multidisciplinary team and developing frameworks, methodologies and tools to support animal production and health programmes planning, preparation, implementation, monitoring and capacity development. Emphasizing policy and technical advice, cooperation and resource mobilization aligned with FAO strategies and programme of work. Research, technical analysis and project related services to support the preparation and delivery of programmes, projects, products and services related to livestock and its development for sustainable agrifood system transformation to achieve Better Production, Better Environment, Better Nutrition and a Better Life, as well as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Key Results

Comprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of Regional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with regional object

📌 Livestock Development Officer (Santiago)
🏢 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
📍 Santiago