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ECLACSantiago,Chile
Position:General | G-4Deadline:3 Sep 2026 (5 days left)Job ID:283521Posted on:27 Aug 2026 (2 days ago)
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Job Description

Supports the Agricultural Development Unit's work on food systems, digitalisation, bioeconomy and productive development by researching and organising information, maintaining data resources, and preparing reports and presentations. The role contributes reliable evidence, data analysis and knowledge materials for planning, decision-making and the unit's outputs.

Key Details

Department

Agricultural Development Unit, Division of Production, Productivity and Management

Position Details

Experience level

Early

Minimum experience

1 year

Employment type

Temporary

Arrangement

Onsite

Minimum education

High school diploma or equivalent

Contract duration

Until 31 May 2027

Language Requirements

Required

English, Spanish

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Monitor processes and schedules for the unit's outputs, products and tasks
  • Research, compile and organise reference materials for reports, work plans, studies and meetings on food systems, digitalisation, bioeconomy and productive development
  • Generate standard statistical and other reports using databases
  • Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, grammar, style and format
  • Maintain websites, files and databases for the work unit
  • Collect and analyse data and prepare presentations and reports for planning and decision-making
  • Update visualisations and information materials including web pages and brochures

Role Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least three years of experience collecting and researching data in social and economic development or a related area, reduced to one year with a first-level university degree or higher
  • English and Spanish
  • Authorisation to work in the country where the position is located

Desired Criteria

  • Experience on food systems, digitalisation, bioeconomy and productive development
  • One year or more of experience in data analytics or a related area

Skills

Tools and Technologies

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from ECLAC Careers, on 27 Aug 2026.