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Food security Working towards a world without hunger

Agnes Temba

MAKING EVERY DATA POINT COUNT FOR FOOD SECURITY

IN THE GAMBIA

“As volunteers, we offer flexibility and a willingness to learn,
while also contributing valuable expertise. We support the

mission with fresh perspectives and often act as a bridge
between communities and technical processes.”

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For Agnes Temba, becoming a UN Volunteer was a chance to contribute her skills to a
cause that truly matters. “Volunteering with FAO aligned with both my personal values
and professional interests in sustainable development,” she shared.

Originally from Kenya, Agnes has seen how food insecurity affects every part of life.
“Lack of access to sufficient and nutritious food affects education, health and economic
potential. It’s more than just ending hunger; it’s about creating a fairer, more resilient
world,” she explained.

As an Online UN Volunteer Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for FAO in The Gambia,
Agnes supported monitoring and evaluation activities, helping to design reporting
tools, track project outcomes and compile progress reports. “I really enjoyed the
collaborative aspect of translating data into insights,” she shared. A highlight of her
assignment came when she saw how her data helped inform a programme review:
Agnes Temba, UN Volunteer Monitoring and Evaluation
Officer in The Gambia. [Agnes Temba, 2025] “It reminded me that every task, no matter how technical, plays a role in achieving
broader development goals.”

As FAO celebrates its 80th anniversary, Agnes reflects with pride: “Knowing that
I contributed even in a small way to a legacy focused on eradicating hunger and
improving livelihoods worldwide is something I’ll carry with pride throughout my life
and career.”