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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).
About Job
Job Title: Programme Assistant (Disaster Preparedness)
Grade: SC5
Type of contract: Service Contract
Duration: 6 months (with the possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Islamabad
Date of Publication: 28th April 2026
Deadline of Application: 12th May 2026
This Vacancy Announcement is for Pakistan Nationals Only.
Note: This vacancy announcement will also be used to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities within same job profile at the current or lower level in Pakistan.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, social security contribution, medical insurance, annual leave, parental leave, among other benefits.
Important: All educational documents must be verified/attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Appointment will be subject to submission of HEC-verified degrees.
BACKGROUND & JOB PURPOSE
This position is based in the WFP Country Office, Islamabad. The job holder will report to the Activity Manager for Activity 1 under the overall supervision of the SO1 Manager. As part of the country office team, the person will support various tasks related to disaster preparedness, Anticipatory Action (AA), and resilience programming in vulnerable districts of Pakistan. The role requires coordination with government counterparts, cooperating partners, and other stakeholders to ensure effective planning and implementation of activities.
The person is expected to have technical knowledge of disaster risk reduction, anticipatory action, resilience building, and programme planning, development, implementation, and monitoring. This post will ensure adequate, appropriate, and timely support for the implementation of project activities across all provinces.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
1. Assist in planning and coordinating emergency preparedness and AA activities at field and country office level.
2. Assist the integration of resilience-building measures into ongoing programmes.
3. Maintain updated records of programme activities, budgets, and outputs.
4. Assist training sessions, workshops, and simulations on emergency preparedness and DRR.
5. Assist in communication between Provincial teams, cooperating partners, and government counterparts.
6. Assist in documenting lessons learned and best practices.
7. Draft correspondence, meeting agendas, and minutes.
8. Ensure timely processing of administrative tasks (procurement requests, travel arrangements, payments) for Activity 1.
9. Maintain filing systems and databases for programme documentation.
10. Ensure alignment of budget proposals with operational plans, donor requirements, and WFP financial guidelines.
11. Verify invoices, receipts, and supporting documents from cooperating partners and PO teams.
12. Maintain regular contact with government counterparts, NGOs, UN agencies, and community representatives.
13. Share updates on programme activities, risks, and preparedness measures.
14. Prepare and facilitate mission to the targeted areas if any.
15. Conduct field visits to support and monitor field activities and follow up of issues in field and report back for information and action.
16. Perform other related duties or assignments in line with the position level and expertise as assigned by activity manager.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT
1. Support planning and coordination and organize at least 3 planning/coordination meetings with the provinces and government line departments and prepare short meeting briefs with clear action points.
2. Assist trainings and workshops and assist organize 2 capacity building/orientation sessions of the CPs and write 2 lessons‑learned reports.
3. Develop and update 1 beneficiaries’ database spreadsheet for the capacity building activities
4. Support 6 bi‑weekly updates and support 2 field visits/missions with partners and government.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education:
Completion of secondary school education. Bachelor’s degree in social science, development studies, climate change, DRR, project management or other related area is desirable.
Experience:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in coordination, administration, with knowledge of disaster risk management, emergency response, Anticipatory Action, community development, or related areas.
Experience working with government institutions, international organizations, or NGOs is an advantage.
Knowledge & Skills:
Good understanding of disaster risk management principles and practices.
Strong coordination and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, civil society organizations, and local communities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Language:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Urdu
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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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
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
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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.
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