DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
31 May 2026-23:59-GMT+04:30 Afghanistan Time (Kabul)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).
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Based in the Field Office, Programme Associate will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Programme in the Field Office and in close coordination with Country Office (CO) relevant functional units and Field Office Programme unit. The incumbent will support Cash Based Transfers (CBT) and implementation at the WFP Field Office level. The incumbent will also support external CBT partnerships/engagements including Government and other humanitarian partners in areas related to the Field Office.
MAIN ACTIVITIES ARE HIGHLIGHTED BELOW:
The Programme Associate will be responsible for the management of overall Cash-Based Transfer activities at the Field Office level including but not limited to:
1. Provide technical support and assist in the development and implementation of various activities and processes within Cash Based Transfer (CBT) activities supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
2. Provide specialized project management support to CBT and/or defined programmes to ensure that the various activities are performed within the established targets following WFP’s policies and procedures.
3. Within CBT, prepare a range of reports and data analysis (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) and highlight trends/issues ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control.
4. Ensure and/or perform accurate, timely recording of data within CBT activities (e.g. mission reports, verify distribution plans etc.…) and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
5. Liaise with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation, and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
6. Coordinate and communicate with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions to perform accurate food security analyses and to ensure efficient delivery of food assistance.
7. Support the capacity building of WFP staff, cooperating partners, and national government within CBT activities.
8. Act as a point of contact for resolution of a range of operational queries and problems relevant to CBT activities.
9. Oversee and/or review the work of other support staff, providing practical advice and
guidance, to contribute to delivering objectives to agreed standards and deadlines.
10. Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education:
• University degree in the fields of business administration, public administration, international development, or any other relevant field.
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, business management, and business modelling.
• Experience of drafting Project Management Documents, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Project Implementation Plans
• Experience in leading teams,
• Work experience in one of the United Nation agencies, and preferably with WFP is a plus but not a must.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Leadership skills coupled with Information management systems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills,
• Field experience in Afghanistan.
• Computer skills in Word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, typing English/Pashto/Dari
Languages:
• Ability to write and speak in English, as well as Dari and Pashto.
Location: Faizabad
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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.