Agribusiness Analyst

Host entity: FAO KHM

Volunteer type: International

Areas of expertise: Economics, poverty reduction, livelihoods, Finance, accounting, Natural resources management

Application deadline: 02/11/2026

Mission and objectives

FAO Office was opened in Cambodia in 1979 as the Liaison Office and full Representation Office was opened in Phnom Penh in 1994.
Since 1979, the FAO Representation in Cambodia has contributed both emergency and technical assistance to the Royal Government of Cambodia in many areas including agricultural productivity, diversification, irrigation, animal production and health, fisheries, technical information management and statistics, food security, consumer protection and food safety, promotion of access to new markets, forestry, environment, climate change, Integrated Food Security Classification (IPC) and small-scale agro-industry.

Assignment context

Under the Agricultural Value Chains thematic area, FAO Cambodia supports the transformation of Cambodia’s agrifood systems through agricultural value chain development, investment promotion, and policy support initiatives that enhance the productivity, competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability of the agriculture sector. As part of these efforts, FAO works closely with government institutions, development partners, private-sector stakeholders, producer organizations, and financial institutions to identify and address key constraints to agricultural development, facilitate strategic investments, and promote inclusive, market-oriented growth.

The volunteer will contribute to the implementation and monitoring of agricultural value chain development projects and support investment promotion initiatives, including those under the Cambodia Agriculture Forum and Exhibition (CAFE). The assignment will involve supporting the identification and prioritization of investment opportunities, conducting investment and policy analyses, facilitating stakeholder engagement and public-private dialogue, and assisting in the development of evidence-based recommendations to improve the business and investment environment for Cambodia’s agriculture sector.

Through this role, the volunteer will gain practical experience in agrifood systems transformation, agricultural investment, value chain development, trade and investment promotion, and policy analysis, while contributing to FAO Cambodia’s efforts to advance sustainable agricultural development, private-sector engagement, and rural economic growth.

Task description

Under the direct supervision of Assistant FAOR (Programme), the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Support the Country Office in monitoring and implementing agricultural value chain development projects, tracking progress against work plans, identifying emerging challenges and changing contexts, and recommending improvements to achieve project outcomes and objectives.
• Support the development of trade and investment needs and opportunities for strategic commodities identified through the Cambodia Agriculture Forum and Exhibition (CAFE) and related initiatives.
• Assist in conducting agricultural value chain analysis and developing evidence-based investment cases for priority commodities.
• Support the promotion and realization of identified trade and investment opportunities by facilitating stakeholder engagement, business linkages, public-private partnerships, and investor outreach activities.
• Assist in conducting analytical work on policies, regulations, trade barriers, and investment constraints affecting the productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability of Cambodia's agriculture sector, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute to developing concept note, project idea notes, and proposal related to agricultural value chain.

Skills and experience

Demonstrated interest and/or experience (up to two years) in:
• Experience in agricultural value chain development, agribusiness, investment promotion, market analysis, rural development, project implementation, or policy analysis.
• Experience supporting research, data analysis, stakeholder consultations, investment studies, business development, trade promotion, or public-private partnerships in the agriculture sector is desirable.
• Familiarity with Cambodia's agriculture sector, agrifood systems, and related development challenges is an advantage.
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Skills in:
• Knowledge of agricultural value chains, agribusiness development, and agrifood systems.
• Strong analytical, research, and quantitative skills.
• Ability to conduct market, competitiveness, and investment analyses.
• Understanding of agricultural policies, trade, investment, and private sector development.
• Strong report writing and communication skills in English and Khmer.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data and prepare technical reports.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, coordination, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of project monitoring, results-based management, and development programmes is an asset.

Competencies and values

• Accountability
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Building Trust
• Client Orientation
• Commitment and Motivation
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Communication
• Creativity
• Empowering Others
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity
• Judgement and Decision-making
• Knowledge Sharing
• Leadership
• Managing Performance
• Planning and Organizing
• Professionalism
• Respect for Diversity
• Self-Management
• Technological Awareness
• Vision
• Working in Teams

Living conditions

Cambodia offers a relatively comfortable living environment for international personnel, particularly in Phnom Penh and other major cities. A wide range of housing options, healthcare facilities, international schools, banking services, and telecommunications are available. Essential goods and services are readily accessible, and internet and mobile connectivity are generally reliable. Overall, Cambodia provides a welcoming environment with a reasonable cost of living compared to many countries in the region.

Full eligibility requirements, conditions of service and application instructions are available on the official UNV platform.