The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Regular Volunteer Programme for Africa (RAF) 2025 is now open.

This programme invites participants to join global efforts to eliminate hunger and achieve food security.

The UN FAO Regular Volunteer Programme for Africa seeks dedicated individuals to support its mission of ensuring every person has access to nutritious food for an active and healthy life.

About UN FAO Regular Volunteer Programme for Africa

FAO leads global initiatives to fight hunger and provide food security to all.

With over 195 Members, FAO operates in more than 130 countries worldwide, striving to make sure everyone has access to quality food.

FAO believes that everyone can contribute to ending hunger.

The FAO Regular Volunteer Programme allows individuals to volunteer their skills to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The programme contributes to the 2030 Agenda, aiming for sustainable agri-food systems for improved production, nutrition, and a better environment, ensuring no one is left behind.

How the Programme Works

This programme actively mobilises volunteers to help combat hunger, malnutrition, and food insecurity.

Volunteers are assigned a supervisor and work in fields relevant to FAO’s goals.

Volunteers will contribute directly to FAO’s mission, providing crucial assistance in developing agricultural and food systems.

Eligibility Criteria for UN FAO Regular Volunteer Programme for Africa

• Applicants must complete secondary school education.
• Applicants need to know at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish). Knowing a second language is an added benefit.
• Applicants must be nationals of FAO Members.
• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must adapt to a multicultural environment and have good communication skills.

Important Details About the Programme

FAO does not request any fees during the recruitment process, whether during application, interviews, or processing.

Qualified female applicants, nationals from non-represented or under-represented Members, and candidates from Low-Income Food-Deficit Countries (LIFDCs), Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Land-locked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are highly encouraged to apply.

All applications are reviewed, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Selected candidates must have appropriate residence or immigration status before joining the programme.

Candidates with family members (defined as mother, father, sister, brother, daughter, or son) already employed by FAO are ineligible for this programme.

FAO does not offer any financial compensation to volunteers.

Application Process

To apply for the UN FAO Regular Volunteer Programme for Africa, fill out the form online.

For additional details, visit the FAO Regular Volunteer Programme page.

Deadline for submission is December 31, 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity to join hands with a global organisation and make a difference in the lives of many.

The Nigerian Army Recruitment for the 88 Regular Recruit Intake (88RRI) is open.

This is an opportunity for secondary school certificate holders to join Nigeria’s esteemed military force.

Nigerian Army Recruitment offers roles for tradesmen and non-tradesmen, with a path for career growth and development.

Benefits of Joining the Nigerian Army

Joining the Nigerian Army brings many career and personal benefits.

• Career Opportunity: You can build a stable and rewarding career.
• Competitive Pay and Allowances: You will receive good pay and allowances for support.
• Further Education: There is a chance to continue with your education.
• Social Integration: You will work with people from many backgrounds.
• Welfare and Insurance Services: You will get access to good welfare and insurance.
• Home Ownership: You may be able to own homes in different parts of Nigeria.
• Pension and Gratuity: There is financial support after retirement.
• Serve Your Country: You will serve your country both locally and abroad.

Basic Requirements for Nigerian Army Recruitment

1. Applicants must be single and Nigerian citizens by birth with a National Identity Card or NIN slip and BVN.
2. Applicants must meet the medical, physical, and psychological standards of the Nigerian Army.
3. Applicants must have no criminal convictions.
4. Applicants need a birth certificate endorsed by the National Population Commission, Hospital, or Local Government.
5. Applicants must have a valid certificate of state of origin.
6. Applicants must be at least 1.68 metres tall for males and 1.65 metres for females.
7. Non-trades applicants must be between 18 and 22 years, and trades applicants must not exceed 26 years as of 31 December 2024.
8. All applicants must have a minimum of four passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, including English, in no more than two sittings.
9. Applicants for trades roles must also have a Trade Test/City Guild Certificate.
10. Applicants must bring warm clothing (cardigan, head warmer, hand glove, blanket) to the screening centre.

How to Apply for Nigerian Army Recruitment

To apply for the Nigerian Army Recruitment, follow these steps.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to the Nigerian Army Recruitment Portal and log in with your username and password.
2. Fill the Form: Complete the online application form for free.
3. Print and Complete: Print the application form and guarantor form, then fill them out and sign.
4. Bring to Centre: Bring the signed copies to your state recruitment centre.

General Instructions for Applicants

• No pre-selection computer-based test will take place.
• No special recruitment centre will be provided.
• No zonal screening will be done.
• Screening will happen in the respective states of origin.
• Electronic or recording devices are not allowed at the venue.
• Applicants must not have tattoos or bodily inscriptions.
• Original copies of educational certificates must be provided.
• Applicants must not belong to any cult, society, or fraternity.
• Any falsification or forgery discovered during training will lead to withdrawal.
• No gratification or inducement should be given for assistance in recruitment.
• Applicants must come with their NIN and BVN slips.
• For doubts, contact 07036499094 or 09041116433.
• Names of shortlisted candidates will be published on the Nigerian Army Website.
• Shortlisted candidates must report to their state of origin from 5 to 19 December 2024.
• No supplementary recruitment exercise will take place, so candidates must attend the scheduled one.
• Swimming skills provide an added advantage.
• Recruitment is free.

This is an opportunity to serve and grow within the Nigerian Army. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline.