DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
16 April 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Nairobi)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.
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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).
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
WFP is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide, with a mission to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. WFP Kenya is one of the 15 largest operations in the organization, with a yearly budget of approximately USD 150 million and a complex portfolio of activities spanning relief operations for refugees/vulnerable Kenyan populations; resilience building through asset creation and food systems strengthening; capacity strengthening activities (school meals, emergency preparedness and response), and logistics services including management of a major regional port and the UNHAS service.
The Country Office is seeking an appropriately qualified consultant to provide strategic support in advocacy, partnership development, and resource mobilization.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The assignment will involve some or all of the following responsibilities:
Portfolio Manager – Traditional Donors
• Lead the design and execution of donor-specific engagement plans for Kenya’s 20+ traditional partners, ensuring systematic, high-quality stewardship and proactive outreach.
• Prepare and deliver high-level funding proposals, briefings, talking points, and results-focused reports that reflect WFP Kenya’s priorities and align with donor strategies.
• Oversee and ensure the timely preparation of accurate, results-based donor reporting in collaboration with Programme, M&E, Finance, Supply Chain, and Field Offices.
• Ensure full compliance with visibility, communication, and contractual obligations for all Kenya-based partnerships with traditional donors, coordinating with HQ and the Regional Bureau as needed.
Strategic Partnership Development
• Coordinate and implement strategic segments of the donor relations work plan, focusing on both private sector and government donor engagement to identify, develop, and strengthen quality partnerships in support of WFP's strategic objectives.
• Lead the tracking and management of partnership pipelines, forecasting resource opportunities, and maintaining up‑to‑date donor intelligence to inform strategic decision‑making.
• Co-lead the development, implementation, and periodic revision of the Partnerships Strategy, working with functional units and Regional Bureau (RB) staff to create coordinated outreach plans. Ensure alignment of partner engagement across the organization.
• Proactively identify and highlight strategic opportunities for resource mobilization, proposing options to nurture trust and interest in WFP's work.
Drive forward Partnerships in WFP Kenya CO
• Provide expert guidance and support to the Country Office in developing and implementing partnership strategies, including proposal and report writing.
• Facilitate the growth of partnerships by exploring opportunities to expand existing relationships and initiate new ones, guided by thorough assessments, analysis, and due diligence.
• Act as Officer-in-Charge (OiC) for the Partnerships Unit during the absence of the head of the unit, ensuring continuity and effective management of the unit's activities.
Briefings and Analytics for Partnership Development:
• Coordinate and contribute to the preparation of high-quality briefing materials and meeting reports to facilitate corporate dialogue with partners and senior management.
• Conduct thorough analyses of funding trends and partner profiles using key information systems (e.g., Salesforce, WINGS), and provide actionable insights to enhance resource mobilization efforts.
• Coordinate the timely and accurate tracking of partnership activities and funding opportunities, maintaining up-to-date records in relevant systems.
Capacity Building and Leadership:
• Provide coaching, training, and guidance to junior staff to enhance their professional development and performance.
• Contribute to updating standard operating procedures and other internal processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Crisis Response and Emergency Support:
• Lead and coordinate efforts in response to humanitarian crises or emergencies, mobilizing resources and managing high-pressure situations effectively.
• Provide hands-on support to COs during emergencies, ensuring swift and efficient resource mobilization and coordination.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Support the preparation and execution of joint events (e.g., UN pledging conferences, regional drought response initiatives) to advance WFP's interests.
• Engage with national governments, regional and international institutions to influence engagement and policy agendas in line with WFP's objectives.
• Ensure partner visibility and compliance with partnership agreements, and take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT
A written summary covering
a. Summary of proposals submitted and status of prospective donors in pipeline
b. Events and donor missions supported, and lessons learned/suggestions for future collaborations
c. any other key achievements during the period of appointment.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
Advanced University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences or other relevant field,
or
First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
Experience:
Six years or more of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field of work, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development.
Prior experience working within, or in connection with, a UN system organization or in the humanitarian sector is desirable.
Prior experience working in, or supporting projects based in, developing countries will be highly regarded.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Has a good understanding of government and corporate strategy and priorities and has gained experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnership.
• Has developed long term partner relationships and expanded engagements across geographies and sectors
• Has gained significant experience in exploring new opportunities and developing proposals to design and develop solutions with prospective partners and expand existing engagements and partner relationships .
• Has designed and managed resource mobilization processes, negotiated contract terms and provided resourcing advice to senior management.
• Has gained experience in gathering, documenting and analysing partner intelligence (both data and qualitative information such as partners’ focus areas and organizational operations) to develop a Unique Value Proposition and engagement strategy for partners.
• Has experience of using technology and digital tools for managing partner information and to share insights to add value to partnerships corporately.
• Has demonstrated sound teamwork, collaboration and motivation abilities and contributed to a gender-balanced, inclusive and positive working environment.
Languages:
• Written and oral proficiency in English is essential.
This position is open to qualified international candidates. The candidates must be nationals of a country other than the country of assignment.
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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
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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.