DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

1 November 2026-23:59-GMT-05:00 Eastern Time (Port-au-Prince)

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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 extreme weather shocks.


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).




JOB TITLE: National Partnerships Officer

Contract Type: National Fixed Term

Grade: NOB

UNIT/DIVISION: Partnerships & Reporting

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Port-au-Prince, Haiti

DURATION: 12 months (renewable)


Application deadline: 01 November 2026

This position is open for Haitian nationals only. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.


JOB PURPOSE

The position will work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Partnerships & Reporting Unit and in close collaboration with Programme colleagues, the Country Director’s front office and other relevant functional units across the WFP Haiti team. The incumbent will serve as the Country Office focal point for partnerships with international financial institutions (IFIs), supporting coherent engagement with IFIs and the national government entities through which these partnerships are designed and implemented.


The purpose of the position is to strengthen WFP’s effective positioning and delivery within IFI-financed partnerships, in support of national priorities, the achievement of the SDGs and Zero Hunger. Working alongside Programme colleagues who lead the technical engagement with ministries and other government counterparts, the incumbent will provide dedicated partnership management support throughout the partnership cycle, with particular attention to contracting, contribution management, reporting, compliance and partner communication.


The incumbent will translate IFI and corporate requirements into clear guidance for internal stakeholders, coordinate the timely preparation and review of contractual and reporting deliverables, and maintain an overview of commitments, deadlines, risks, decisions and follow-up actions. They will also help sustain strong relationships among WFP, IFIs and relevant government entities by ensuring consistent communication, institutional coordination and accurate partnership records.

To date, WFP Haiti’s partnerships with IFIs span social protection, including shock responsive safety nets, resilience, including conditional cash transfers for increased resilience against climate shocks, home grown school feeding and related smallholder farmer support, as well as infrastructure development. As required, the incumbent will expand and broaden such partnerships while supporting additional partnership files as required.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

  • Support the design and continuous update of the Country Office partnerships strategy and lead implementation of the work plan for IFI partnerships, identifying opportunities aligned with national priorities and WFP strategic objectives and strengthening WFP’s positioning with IFIs and relevant government entities.
  • Proactively support the management of the IFI partnerships portfolio, including partner and government stakeholder mapping, pipeline and portfolio analysis, engagement planning, and tracking of opportunities, agreements, commitments, conditions and deliverables. Ensure that IFI and government requirements are clearly communicated to relevant units and support the timely fulfilment of agreed obligations.
  • Facilitate strategic dialogue with IFIs, relevant government counterparts and broader partners through the preparation of quality briefing materials, talking points and other partner communications, ensuring alignment between WFP’s technical, operational and partnership engagement. Proactively highlight strategic opportunities, bottlenecks and relationship issues to management and propose options for follow-up and to nurture collaboration (including coordination of field visits and other engagements together with relevant functional units).
  • Gather, maintain and share intelligence on IFI and partner strategies, financing priorities, government programmes and the partnership pipeline, using key corporate information systems (e.g. WINGS, Salesforce, WFPGo). Assess and analyze portfolio information to inform engagement, forecasting, decision-making and partnership strategy.
  • Work closely with Programme colleagues, who lead technical engagement with ministries and other government entities, to develop partnership strategies and manage IFI and relevant partnerships. Provide clear guidance and execution support on partnership modalities, contracting, contribution management, compliance, reporting and visibility requirements, in line with corporate norms, partner frameworks and legal agreements.
  • Use socio-political, institutional and financing insights to support effective WFP positioning and facilitate growth of the IFI portfolio, including opportunities to expand existing partnerships and develop new engagements with IFIs, government and relevant counterparts. Present recommendations to management and ensure systematic follow-up.
  • In coordination with Programme and other functional units, lead or coordinate the preparation, review and quality assurance of concept notes, proposals, agreements, amendments, reports and other materials required to formalize and manage IFI-financed partnerships. Support liaison with IFIs, government entities, WFP regional bureaux and headquarters, as appropriate, to clarify requirements and resolve contracting, reporting or implementation issues.
  • Maintain a consolidated system for tracking contractual commitments, reporting schedules, visibility requirements, actions, decisions, risks and relationship milestones across the IFI portfolio; regularly follow up with responsible units and provide management with timely portfolio updates and early warning of potential delays or compliance issues.
  • Take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work and for promoting inclusive approaches within supported partnerships, in line with WFP and partner requirements.
  • Contribute to preparedness actions related to the partnerships portfolio, provide technical recommendations and guidance, monitor defined partnership and compliance risks, and recommend measures to manage them effectively.
  • Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE


Education: Advanced University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications, or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.


Experience: Minimum three years of relevant post graduate professional work experience in partnership roles is required. Prior experience working in or with multilateral development banks, climate funds or other multilateral financing mechanisms is a plus.


Language: Fluency (level C) in English and French.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

  • Has prepared briefs to raise resources for operations.
  • Has understanding of government and IFI strategies.
  • Has developed effective relationships with partners and has researched new opportunities.
  • Has motivated team spirit and contributed to a gender-balanced, inclusive and sound working environment.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

 

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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.

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