DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

7 June 2026-23:59-GMT-06:00 Central Standard Time (El Salvador)

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).

Brindar apoyo especializado y análisis técnicos a las actividades de políticas y programas que respondan adecuadamente a las necesidades de asistencia alimentaria, con énfasis en la programación de emergencias.

Las principales responsabilidades incluyen:

  • Proporcionar apoyo técnico y asistir en el desarrollo e implementación de diversas actividades para apoyar las intervenciones de emergencia, asegurando la alineación con las políticas y directrices programáticas más amplias.
  • Brindar apoyo especializado en la gestión de proyectos para programas específicos y/o definidos, asegurando que las distintas actividades se ejecuten dentro de los objetivos establecidos, conforme a las políticas y procedimientos del WFP.
  • Dentro del área específica de responsabilidad, preparar una variedad de informes y análisis de datos (por ejemplo, necesidades de asistencia alimentaria, uso de recursos, estado del programa, desempeño) e identificar tendencias o problemáticas, asegurando que los productos cumplan con los estándares corporativos y controles de calidad.
  • Garantizar y/o realizar el registro preciso y oportuno de datos dentro del área técnica específica de trabajo (por ejemplo, programas de asistencia, evaluaciones de seguridad alimentaria y vulnerabilidad) y la consistencia de la información presentada a las partes interesadas.
  • Coordinar con contrapartes internas para apoyar la colaboración efectiva, la implementación y el monitoreo de las actividades en curso.
  • Coordinar y comunicarse con socios locales, agencias, ONGs y otras instituciones de Gobierno para realizar análisis precisos de seguridad alimentaria y asegurar la entrega eficiente de la asistencia alimentaria.
  • Apoyar el fortalecimiento de capacidades del personal del WFP, socios cooperantes y otros actores dentro del área técnica específica.
  • Actuar como punto de contacto para la resolución de diversas consultas operativas y problemas dentro del área técnica de responsabilidad.
  • Supervisar y/o revisar el trabajo del personal de apoyo, proporcionando orientación práctica y asesoría, para contribuir al logro de los objetivos conforme a los estándares y plazos acordados.
  • Aplicar prácticas estándar de preparación ante emergencias para asegurar que el WFP pueda responder rápidamente y desplegar los recursos necesarios en áreas afectadas ante el inicio de una nueva crisis o cambios repentinos en una crisis existente. Realizar cualquier otra tarea que sea requerida.

CALIFICACIONES Y EXPERIENCIA REQUERIDAS:

Educación:

  • Título universitario en Relaciones Internacionales, Derecho, Economía, Nutrición/Salud, Agricultura, Ciencias Sociales, Administración de Empresas, Políticas Públicas y/o Gestión, u otra disciplina relevante para el desarrollo internacional o la asistencia humanitaria.

Experiencia:

  • 5-7 años de experiencia profesional progresiva en programación humanitaria y de desarrollo y/o en áreas relacionadas con la gestión de proyectos.
  • Experiencia comprobada en roles de coordinación con diversos actores internos.
  • Dominio fluido del inglés, tanto oral como escrito. (nivel C)

DESEABLES:

  • Experiencia trabajando con equipos técnicos y en el análisis de temas complejos.
  • Experiencia liderando y/o contribuyendo a la gestión y coordinación de programas.
  • Experiencia participando u observando discusiones de política.
  • Dominio de Windows y Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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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