Crna Gora
23. april 2026.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: 9
Issued on: 09.04.2026
Deadline For Application: 23.04.2026
TYPE OF REQUISITION: PSA.NAT
DUTY STATION: Home based
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: REU
DURATION: 70 days until June 30th 2027
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
The National Private Sector Consultant will work under the overall guidance of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO) and operational guidance from the Budget Holder. The position supports the implementation of project GCP/MNE/005/GCR – “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.”
The Consultant will collaborate closely with with International Climate Finance Specialist, the National Designated Authority (NDA) - Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable development and Northern Region Development, and in close liaison with FAO Podgorica personnel and the National Programme Coordinator, as well as other national and international consultants engaged in the project.
Reporting Lines
The National Private Sector Consultant will report to the Lead Technical Officer (LTO, the Budget Holder, and the National Programme Coordinator. Supervision will ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of outputs, and provide opportunities for on-the-job learning.
Technical Focus
The National Private Sector Consultant should support creating preconditions for implementing Readiness and Preparatory Support and enhancing strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.
The incumbent's work impacts on the timely and efficient delivery of Readiness and Preparatory Support.
Tasks and responsibilities
Minimum Requirements:
Academic qualifications:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To apply, please send an e-mail with your CV and cover letter attached to tanja.milovic@fao.org using the subject line: “Vacancy- National Climate MRV Consultant” or via option KONKURIŠITE.
Deadline for submissions is 13:00 Central European Time (CET) on the deadline for applications date. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: tanja.milovic@fao.org
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
Deadline For Application: 23.04.2026
JOB TITLE: National Private Sector Consultant
TYPE OF REQUISITION: PSA.NAT
DUTY STATION: Home based
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: REU
DURATION: 70 days until June 30th 2027
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, 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
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
The National Private Sector Consultant will work under the overall guidance of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO) and operational guidance from the Budget Holder. The position supports the implementation of project GCP/MNE/005/GCR – “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.”
The Consultant will collaborate closely with with International Climate Finance Specialist, the National Designated Authority (NDA) - Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable development and Northern Region Development, and in close liaison with FAO Podgorica personnel and the National Programme Coordinator, as well as other national and international consultants engaged in the project.
Reporting Lines
The National Private Sector Consultant will report to the Lead Technical Officer (LTO, the Budget Holder, and the National Programme Coordinator. Supervision will ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of outputs, and provide opportunities for on-the-job learning.
Technical Focus
The National Private Sector Consultant should support creating preconditions for implementing Readiness and Preparatory Support and enhancing strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.
The incumbent's work impacts on the timely and efficient delivery of Readiness and Preparatory Support.
Tasks and responsibilities
- In coordination with the International Climate Finance Specialist, support the identification of potential opportunities for Private sector potential contribution to climate change efforts in the country including by organizing and facilitating a stakeholder consultation between the NDA, coordination mechanism (CSD) and Private Sector.
- Under the methodological guidance and inputs of the International Climate Finance Specialist, conduct an analysis of the current state of private sector involvement in climate-related initiatives. This should include an assessment of financial, regulatory, and institutional barriers to investment in low-emission and climate-resilient development, as well as an examination of existing incentives, policy frameworks, and market dynamics that influence private sector behavior in this context, with a special focus on AFOLU sector.
- In coordination with International Consultant, identify strategic entry points and priority value chains where private sector engagement can support climate mitigation and adaptation goals.
- Prepare an overview of success stories from the region for enabling private sector involvement in climate investments
- Prepare a list of potential private sector actors that will be consulted during the process of roadmap development
- Building on the findings of the above analysis and inputs from stakeholder consultations, develop a phased and actionable roadmap that outlines targeted interventions, partnership models, and enabling measures to facilitate and scale private sector involvement in climate-resilient and low-emission development within the AFOLU sectors.
- Organize and conduct consultations with private sector to facilitate engagement of private sector in climate action.
- Support the development of a web tool for facilitating the private sector engagement in climate action
- Carry out any other tasks relevant to this assignment as requested by the LTO.
Minimum Requirements:
Academic qualifications:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree(s) in economics, finance, management, law, sustainable development, climate policy or related fields.
- A minimum of 3 years work experience in climate change, preferably in an international environment.
- Proven working experience in the area of climate change mitigation and adaptation, in particular with regards to private sector
- Knowledge and experience in private sector financial models
- Proven experience on identification and development of climate change projects
- Knowledge of GCF procedures and UN SDGs will be considered as asset
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is also desirable
- Ability and self-initiative to carry out assigned tasks within deadlines in a team as well as under minimal supervision.
- Excellent knowledge and regular use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills of English are required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
- Gender and minorities awareness
- Experience working with national authorities and international organizations in the Western Balkans or similar contexts is highly desirable.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Capacity to manage tasks in a systematic and efficient manner with judgment, analysis, independence, and initiative.
- Capacity to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationship and team spirit both inside the Organization and with external partners such as government officers and other relevant stakeholders.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
- Please 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 http://www.whed.net/
- For more information, visit the FAO employment website
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
To apply, please send an e-mail with your CV and cover letter attached to tanja.milovic@fao.org using the subject line: “Vacancy- National Climate MRV Consultant” or via option KONKURIŠITE.
Deadline for submissions is 13:00 Central European Time (CET) on the deadline for applications date. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: tanja.milovic@fao.org
FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
