“I joined IFAD as a Junior Professional Officer in 2019 and I have been working in the Financial Risk Management Unit. Among other responsibilities, I conduct financial risk assessments on private sector transactions. When you begin a career at IFAD, you can expect a steep learning curve and a lot of responsibility to go along with it; however, you can count on the support from experienced and knowledgeable supervisors, as well as a stimulating work environment.”
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
Commercio internazionale e sviluppo
Investing in rural people
Our mission
Three quarters of the poorest people in the world live in the rural areas of developing countries. Most of them depend on agriculture for their livelihoods. Climate change, a growing global population, and volatile food and energy prices have the potential to push millions more vulnerable people into extreme poverty and hunger by 2030. At IFAD we invest in rural people, empowering them to increase their food security, improve the nutrition of their families and increase their incomes.
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Working at IFAD means committing to pursue a noble mission. With projects in 90+ countries around the world, our staff can experience first-hand the impact of their efforts and become promoters of change. Join us if you value a dynamic and agile work experience, if you are interested in developing your skills-set through up-to-date training opportunities, or to gather international experience through supported mobility within IFAD's inter-agency network of funds and financial institutions.
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IFAD values women and men who focus on results with integrity and professionalism, while respecting and promoting diversity. They must be dynamic and adaptable people who are not afraid to be creative, proactive, flexible and responsive, and who are fair, impartial and honest. Our staff embrace IFAD’s vision: they are willing to work closely with rural dwellers in the most remote areas of the world, helping them to get out of poverty and build a prosperous future for them and their communities.
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