The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building a future free from hunger. WFP works globally to ensure that vulnerable communities, especially women and children, have access to the nutritious food they need. As part of its commitment to fostering diverse, high-performing teams, WFP is looking for passionate individuals to join its workforce.
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Partnerships Development Officer (SC9) based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role offers a chance to contribute to WFP’s mission by expanding partnerships and enhancing resource mobilization to strengthen food security and resilience-building efforts.
If you are passionate about humanitarian work and want to make a meaningful impact, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
Why Join WFP?
- Global Impact: WFP is a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate (2020) and the largest humanitarian organization tackling hunger and malnutrition.
- Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment: WFP embraces diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all.
- Career Growth & Development: WFP invests in professional growth through training, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
- Competitive Compensation Package: Enjoy an attractive compensation package in line with the organization’s Terms and Conditions.
Position: Partnerships Development Officer (SC9)
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Type: Full-time
- Application Deadline: 21 March 2025, 23:59 GMT+03:00 (East Africa Time)
- Job Requisition ID: JR110795
Role Overview
WFP is working to diversify its funding sources and expand partnerships to ensure long-term sustainability in delivering food assistance programs. The Partnerships Development Officer will support these efforts, with a focus on humanitarian, social protection, climate resilience, and food systems work. The incumbent will identify new funding opportunities and support country offices in building and maintaining partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Development Consultant, the incumbent will:
- Develop and implement strategies for funding diversification, mapping key opportunities and engagement pathways.
- Identify and scope new funding opportunities from government partnerships, multilateral funds, international financial institutions (IFIs), and the private sector.
- Collaborate with innovation and private sector partnership teams to explore alternative funding streams.
- Support HQ-led initiatives by sharing best practices, lessons learned, and contributing to knowledge management activities.
- Draft high-quality proposals and concept notes by coordinating inputs from different teams and country offices.
- Manage new partnerships, ensuring smooth agreement processes, compliance, and timely reporting.
- Prepare strategic agreements, memorandums of understanding (MOUs), and joint strategies to solidify partnerships.
- Contribute to the quarterly progress reports on funding diversification efforts and partnership engagements.
Deliverables
- Develop five (5) concept notes and proposals for country offices, supporting related funding negotiations.
- Draft a paper on diversification opportunities within the region, mapping potential partners and funding channels.
- Contribute to an HQ-led toolkit for funding diversification, including templates, guidance documents, and best practices.
Skills & Experience Required
- Minimum three years of experience in humanitarian and development resourcing, project management, or related fields, preferably in East Africa.
- Strong technical skills in project management and resource mobilization.
- Experience in proposal development, program design, and partnership building.
- Ability to monitor and report on funding initiatives effectively.
- Exposure to private sector partnerships and innovative funding mechanisms.
- Knowledge of food security and development policies is an added advantage.
- Strong diplomatic skills, public speaking, and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Fluency in oral and written English is mandatory.
WFP Leadership Framework
WFP’s Leadership Framework sets the common standards of behavior for all staff. Employees are expected to uphold the highest standards of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion in their work.
For more details on the WFP Leadership Framework, click here.
Reasonable Accommodation & Equal Opportunity
WFP is committed to an inclusive work environment and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please contact: [email protected].
WFP celebrates diversity and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Application Guidelines
Before Submitting Your Application:
- Ensure your profile is accurate and complete, including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Upload your professional CV in English.
- Submit your CV and Cover Letter (no additional documents are required at this stage).
- If you encounter challenges with submission, contact: [email protected].
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
- WFP does not charge any fees for applications, processing, training, or interviews. If you receive a request for payment, disregard it and report any fraudulent activities.
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks in line with WFP’s commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment.
How to Apply
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