DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

27 April 2026-23:59-GMT+05:30 India Standard Time (Kolkata)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.


ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.


At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP? 

  • WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

  • WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

  • WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

  • A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

  • We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

VACANCY DETAILS

Job Title: Finance Associate

Grade: L6

Type of Contract: Service Contract

Duration: 1 Year (with possible renewable)

Reporting To: Finance Officer

Duty Station: New Delhi

Date of Publication: 08 April 2026

Deadline of Application: 27 April 2026

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  • This vacancy is open to Indian National only
  • This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates. As per WFP's Recruitment & Selection Policy, the definition of ''internal'' is only applicable to WFP staff members holding a permanent, continuing or FT Appointment
  • Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted
  • A Written test will be used for Screening Candidates
  • Only recommended candidates will be retained on roaster for a period of two years and may be considered for similar positions from roaster.
  • The salary for this position will be INR 1,14,414/- per month + 8.33% of Base Salary towards Social Security, also employee will be covered with medical benefits as per WFP 's Plan. All Tax liability for payments from this contract are to be borne by the subscriber

Job Purpose

To coordinate and deliver accounting and financial support services, including the recording, interpretation, and analysis of financial information. The role ensures compliance with internal control requirements, effective payables management, and the provision of analytical inputs to support efficient service delivery and informed decision-making.

At this level job holder is expected to demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance

Key Responsibilities

The position reports directly to the Head of Finance (Finance Officer) and will be responsible for the Finance Operations functions are as follows:

  • Provide technical and procedural guidance in discussion with supervisor to staff on finance and budget matters to ensure full compliance with corporate financial rules, regulations, and policies. Coordinate with other units to ensure that financial services are efficiently delivered and aligned with operational needs.

  • Oversee the centralized Invoice Tracking System (ITS) (payables management system used in WFP) to ensure that all supplier invoices and payments are processed on time and in alignment with WFP standards.

  • Manage payables, including vendor invoice analysis, staff payments, and petty cash, ensuring high-quality and timely service delivery. Manage GST accounting and related compliance activities, collaborating with the corporate GST consultant who manages GST return filing and technical GST matters.

  • Review bank account balances and process financial transactions accurately and promptly, ensuring no overdrafts occur. .Also, liaise with the bank on payments and daily official financial matters

  • Assist in preparing, implementing, and reviewing financial forecasts to ensure that anticipated funding requirements are adequately planned for.

  • Extract and compile data from WFP systems to support the preparation and analysis of monthly financial reports, and assist in preparing donor financial expenditure reports

  • Examine financial data and accounting balances to detect patterns or anomalies and initiate timely corrective measures, ensuring alignment with corporate financial policies and standards..

  • Contribute to the assessment of financial risks and effectiveness of internal controls, and take part in initiatives aimed at improving financial processes.

  • Support the design, rollout, and application of financial procedures, and assist in establishing sound accounting practices, systems, and cash‑control mechanisms.

  • Assign tasks to support staff when required and provide peer guidance and on‑the‑job training in financial resource management.

  • Maintain and update financial and accounting records in an orderly and timely manner.

  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit.

Qualification

Completion of secondary school education. University degree in Finance and Accounting is desirable Preference will be given to candidates with an MBA in Finance from a recognized and reputed institute (excluding Tier 1 institutes) or CA Inter with relevant work experience.

Experience:

  • Six or more years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial analysis
  • Familiarity with SAP/ERP/similar accounting software application is considered as a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Basic knowledge of GST in context of Accounts payable management

Language:

Fluency in both oral and written English is required

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

 

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

 

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

 

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

  • All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

  • We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

  • If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

  • At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.


No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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