DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

2 September 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.

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).

JOB PURPOSE:

To perform specialized and/or standardized policy and programme-related processes and activities to support the effective delivery of assistance packages.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive): 

  • Support planning, and timely execution of WFP humanitarian and resilience programmes based on needs and corporate standards.

  • Assist in managing partnerships and collaboration with partners, government and project participants.

  • Maintain accurate programme records for food, assets and project participants to enhance accountability.

  • Conduct programme monitoring and cooperating partner oversight to support analysis, reporting and programme reviews.

  • Develop and gather operational feedback, identify implementation risks and support timely follow-up actions.

  • Contribute to preparation of timely programme updates, field mission notes and inputs for donor updates and situational reports.

  • Support emergency preparedness, anticipatory action and response activities through multisectoral initiatives.

  • Support communication campaigns targeting affected communities, acting as communication focal point and draft and share impact stories 

  • Support community engagement, complaints and feedback mechanisms by ensuring timely documentation, referral and closure of issues through WFP-approved platforms.

  • Contribute to programme assessments, reviews, evaluations and lessons.

  • Support preparation of field activity work plans and budgets while adhering to high standards of accountability and value for money.

​ OTHER POST REQUIREMENTS ​

  • Ability to work in a dynamic and highly demanding field environment while producing accurate, timely and consistent results.

  • Adapt to evolving humanitarian-development nexus to support refugee transition based on differentiated assistance and area-based programme models.

  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and capacity to learn new systems, tools and processes quickly.

  • Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing

  • Ability to engage proactively with partners, government representatives, and other stakeholders at local level to support implementation, reporting and operational readiness.

  • Prior experience with private sector stakeholders is of advantage

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

  • Has facilitated communication with technical teams (i.e. nutrition, VAM, etc.).

  • Has contributed to implementation of programmes.

  • Has observed or assisted with policy discussions.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: 


Education: A Diploma in Monitoring, Statistics, Project Management, Community Development, Development Studies, Business Management or related field is required. A degree in the Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Project Management, Community Development, Development Studies, Business Management or related field will be an added advantage.

Experience: At least four years progressively responsible work experience including at least one year in Information systems management, project monitoring and evaluation, data collection analysis and report writing.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods, analysis, reporting and dissemination and follow up of findings and recommendation.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

  • Ability to write correctly in English and to communicate matters orally and in writing.

  • Should be able to maintain accurate/precise records, to perform detailed work and to handle a large volume of work quickly and accurately under time constraints.

  • Should be able to work independently with minimum supervision.

  • Courtesy, tact and the ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Language: Fluency in oral and written English.

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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