Global Model FAO
Secretariat Recruitment

Eligibility

• Must be currently enrolled in university OR have recently graduated university and be between the ages of 18-30.
• Prior experience staffing Global Model UN (formerly WIMUN) or GMWHO is highly desired for Senior Secretariat Positions.
• Prior experience with other Model UN conferences or workshops using Consensus Approach rules of procedure is preferred.
• Prior experience staffing Model UN conferences is highly desired.
• Must be committed to producing all pre-conference and on-site deliverables in a timely manner.
• Ideal candidates should display professionalism in their work, be very responsive to communications throughout the entire conference preparation process, be open to constructive feedback, and have strong communication skills and problem-solving skills.
• Must arrive in Rome on November 22 2026, and depart on November 28, 2026. Must be available to work from November 24 – 27 for training sessions and the conference itself.

Please apply by August 20, 2026, 23:59 EST. Please review the position description below carefully before applying. Highly qualified candidates will be selected for an interview. Questions about the positions can be directed to [email protected].

Director-General

As the highest position within the GMFAO Secretariat, the Director-General assumes a multifaceted role that encompasses both organizational oversight and substantive leadership. To ensure the conference’s success and quality, the Director-General collaborates closely with WFUNA to make key decisions. This individual serves as the linchpin between the Secretariat and WFUNA, ensuring alignment of objectives and effective communication channels. Specific responsibilities include:

Strategic Collaboration and Communication:

• Attend weekly WFUNA Pulses to coordinate and report on Secretariat deliverables as outlined in the monthly calendar of “rocks” and address any staff issues that may come up in the Senior Secretariat or full Secretariat staff.
• Facilitate weekly Senior Secretariat pulses to track progress and address any issues.
• Conduct monthly full Secretariat meetings to maintain organizational coherence.

Team Management:

• Oversee the Secretariat and foster a positive staff culture, ensuring motivation and satisfaction both pre-conference and on-site.
• Set objectives (“rocks”) with the Senior Secretariat and ensure timely completion.

Operational Leadership:

• Lead on-site staff meetings and participate in on-site Faculty Advisor meetings.
• Manage tasks that may fall behind schedule, ensuring completion within deadlines.
• Assist, as needed, in the implementation of the training schedule for staff and delegates.

Conference Representation:

• Serve as Master of Ceremonies during the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
• Assist in conference promotion and delegate recruitment through their personal network to enhance participation.
• Assist in the supervision of simulations during the conference.

Director-General Candidates Eligibility:

• Must be currently enrolled in university OR have recently graduated university and be between the ages of 18-30.
• Prior experience staffing Global Model UN or GMWHO is required. Prior experience as a Global Model UN or GMWHO Senior Secretariat member is highly desired.
• Prior experience with other Model UN conferences or workshops using Consensus Approach rules of procedure is preferred.
• Prior experience staffing Model UN conferences is highly desired.
• Must be committed to producing all pre-conference and on-site deliverables in a timely manner.
• Ideal candidates should display professionalism in their work, be very responsive to communications throughout the entire conference preparation process, be open to constructive feedback, and have strong communication skills and problem-solving skills.
• Must arrive in Geneva on November 22, 2026, and depart on November 28, 2026. Must be available to work from November 24 – 27 for training sessions and the conference itself.

Senior Secretariat

The Chairperson of the Conference plays a pivotal role in ensuring that simulations are run in an efficient manner and that they properly follow the Global Model FAO rules of procedure. The Chairperson oversees the training of simulation chairs as well as the drafting of all documents to be used by the delegates in preparation for the conference. Specific responsibilities include:

• Set objectives (“rocks”) for the Simulation Chairs and ensure timely completion.
• Recruit and manage a team of Simulation Chairs for the conference.
• Conduct regular Simulation Chair team meetings.
• Supervise the preparation of scripts and Programmes of Work that provide structure for all meetings.
• Supervise the drafting of Study Guides, Annotated Bibliographies and Teacher Guide to assist participants in preparing for the conference.

Director of Communications

The Director of Communications plays a pivotal role in managing the communication channels efforts of the Global Model FAO. Reporting to the Director-General, this individual oversees the recruitment and management of a team of Public Information Officers (PIOs) and leads the strategic dissemination of conference-related content through various communication channels. Specific responsibilities include:

• Recruit and manage a team of Public Information Officers (PIOs) to support the communication objectives of the conference.
• Curate and publish pre-conference content for Global Model FAO’s social media channels (Facebook and Instagram) to promote the conference, disseminate information, and engage participants.
• Develop and implement social media campaigns to build excitement and anticipation around the conference.
• Assist other departments with graphic design tasks, as needed.
• Assist WFUNA with email marketing efforts as needed, including drafting and designing email newsletters and promotional materials to reach new potential conference participants.
• Oversee the completion of on-site deliverables, including conference photos, videos, and interaction with participants on social media platforms.

Chair

The Chair serves as the substantive and procedural expert in the room. Chairs will also write the Study Guide for their respective simulation’s topic and assist with delegate training prior to the conference. Strong chairing experience, fluency in spoken and written English, and advanced research skills are required for this position. Past experience with the Consensus Approach is highly preferred. Specific responsibilities include:

• Drafting the Study Guide and Annotated Bibliography for their simulation’s topic following Consensus Approach research and formatting standards
• Training the elected or selected Vie-Chair on WIMUN rules of procedure, preparing chairing scripts, and providing procedural guidance during simulation sessions
• Assisting with the pre-conference training of delegates and other substantive needs and ensuring the overall quality of the simulation experience for participants
• Keeping track of the speakers list, draft resolutions, annotations of amendments during Formal Informal Meetings, and any recorded votes during simulation sessions

Public Information Officer

Public Information Officers work behind the scenes to produce multimedia leading up to and during the conference. This year’s team will be designated with the following roles: Photographer, Videographer (Editing and Cinematography), and Video Editor. Technical experience with photography, videography, video editing, layout editing, social media marketing, or other media-related skills is required for this position. Staff will be expected to provide examples for past relative work. Specific roles and responsibilities include:

Photographer

• Taking professional-quality photos during the conference
• Watermarking all photos taken at the conference with the WIMUN logo

Videographer/Video Editor

• Developing video concepts for conference videos
• Preparing video content for social media posts
• Taking professional-quality videos during the conference
• Editing videos to produce a Closing Ceremonies video and any other needed media

Graphic Designer

• Preparing graphics for Social media posts
• Preparing graphics for any WFUNA marketing campaigns to recruit delegates
• Designing and lay outing the conference certificates, pre-arrival packets, and handbook