The World Food Programme (WFP) invites passionate and driven professionals to be part of a globally respected humanitarian organization at the forefront of ending hunger and promoting sustainable development. As the world’s largest humanitarian agency, WFP is on a mission to save lives during emergencies, rebuild communities after disasters, and empower people to become resilient in the face of adversity.
WFP was awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of its efforts to combat hunger, improve conditions for peace in conflict-affected areas, and prevent the use of hunger as a weapon of war and conflict. Every action WFP undertakes is guided by its core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion.
We believe in empowering our workforce with a supportive, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive. If you are ready to make a difference and embrace a challenging but deeply rewarding career, we invite you to explore the following exciting job opportunities.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
- Programme Policy Officer – Agribusiness & Reporting (JR112178)
As a Programme Policy Officer focused on Agribusiness and Reporting, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the implementation of smallholder market support and value chain initiatives within WFP’s broader food systems strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop agribusiness strategies and implementation plans aligned with WFP’s corporate and country-level priorities, particularly around food systems transformation.
- Provide technical guidance and support in designing, implementing, and scaling up agribusiness and value chain development projects targeting smallholder farmers and agribusinesses.
- Strengthen public-private sector collaboration to foster inclusive and sustainable agribusiness models.
- Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of agribusiness-related programme data, ensuring the timely dissemination of accurate and relevant information to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of agribusiness activities to measure effectiveness and facilitate adaptive learning.
- Prepare policy briefs, reports, presentations, and other communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure coherence with other WFP interventions, including nutrition, social protection, and resilience-building.
- Foster capacity development initiatives targeting cooperatives, agribusiness service providers, and government institutions.
- Represent WFP in agribusiness-related technical working groups, forums, and stakeholder meetings at the national and regional levels.
- Support resource mobilization by developing proposals and establishing partnerships with donors and implementing partners.
- Programme Policy Officer – Climate Resilience (JR111878)
In this role, you will drive the design and execution of climate resilience and adaptation initiatives, helping vulnerable communities build capacity to withstand climate shocks and stresses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the conceptualization and design of climate resilience programmes aligned with WFP’s Country Strategic Plan and climate policy frameworks.
- Provide expert advice on climate adaptation, nature-based solutions, and risk-informed programming across WFP-supported interventions.
- Support the integration of climate risk assessments and environmental considerations into programme design, planning, and implementation.
- Facilitate the coordination of climate-related activities with internal and external stakeholders, including government, NGOs, academia, and private sector actors.
- Oversee the development of tools and methodologies for climate-smart programming, including climate vulnerability assessments, early warning systems, and scenario planning.
- Identify innovative solutions to enhance community-level climate resilience through food security, livelihoods, and natural resource management interventions.
- Contribute to the preparation of funding proposals, ensuring they meet donor expectations and technical standards.
- Promote synergies between climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies within WFP programmes.
- Monitor progress, document results, and contribute to knowledge-sharing and policy dialogue on climate resilience.
- Represent WFP in climate forums and contribute to relevant policy discussions and strategic partnerships.
- Logistics Assistant (Warehouse) SC5 (JR111473)
The Logistics Assistant will be responsible for supporting the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of food and non-food items in WFP warehouses in accordance with WFP standards and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in coordinating and overseeing warehouse operations, including inventory control, stock movement, and order dispatch.
- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of all warehouse transactions in compliance with WFP logistics protocols.
- Monitor the condition of storage facilities and the safety and security of stored commodities, recommending actions for improvements as needed.
- Support the implementation of quality control procedures to ensure that stored items meet safety and quality standards.
- Supervise and train warehouse staff and labourers in standard operating procedures, safety measures, and performance expectations.
- Prepare regular stock reports, inventory reconciliations, and incident reports to inform operational decisions and audits.
- Collaborate with programme teams to ensure alignment between distribution plans and storage capacity.
- Monitor adherence to hygiene standards and pest control measures in line with best practices.
- Participate in physical stock counts and reconciliation exercises to ensure accountability and accurate reporting.
- Liaise with transporters, cooperating partners, and other stakeholders to coordinate timely and accurate deliveries.
- Programme Policy Officer (Integrated Climate Risk Insurance) SSA8 (JR111949)
This role involves leading and supporting the implementation of integrated climate risk insurance solutions for vulnerable populations exposed to climatic hazards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement climate risk insurance schemes as part of broader resilience-building programmes.
- Engage with insurance providers, government agencies, and community-based organizations to develop tailored insurance products.
- Coordinate the rollout of risk transfer mechanisms, including weather-indexed insurance, and link these with early warning and anticipatory action systems.
- Conduct capacity-building sessions for stakeholders on climate risk insurance concepts, benefits, and processes.
- Facilitate community sensitization and enrolment campaigns to ensure awareness and uptake of insurance schemes.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of insurance products, coverage rates, and post-payout impact.
- Support data collection and analysis for risk modelling, premium setting, and payout triggers.
- Advocate for the integration of climate insurance in national policies and social protection frameworks.
- Prepare reports, communication materials, and policy briefs for donors and stakeholders on insurance-related initiatives.
- Collaborate with other WFP units and partners to ensure coherence across resilience, social protection, and food systems programmes.
- Programme Policy Officer (Disaster Risk Management and Shock-Responsive Social Protection) SC8 (JR112XXX)
As a key member of WFP’s resilience and social protection team, you will contribute to enhancing disaster preparedness, early action, and social protection systems capable of responding to shocks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of disaster risk management and shock-responsive social protection programmes.
- Provide technical support for risk analysis, contingency planning, and emergency preparedness strategies.
- Support government partners in strengthening institutional capacity for adaptive and inclusive social protection systems.
- Facilitate the integration of shock-responsiveness into existing safety net programmes, ensuring scalability in times of crisis.
- Promote linkages between social protection, early warning systems, and climate adaptation measures.
- Coordinate the development of targeting mechanisms, delivery systems, and feedback loops for effective programme implementation.
- Ensure alignment with national disaster management frameworks, policies, and strategies.
- Provide training and technical backstopping to government and partner staff on DRM and social protection approaches.
- Document lessons learned and contribute to knowledge-sharing on adaptive social protection models.
- Engage with donors and partners in resource mobilization and policy dialogue forums.
WFP’s Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity in all its forms and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees. We strongly encourage qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, HIV status, disability, or other status.
WFP values work environments that are respectful, inclusive, and supportive, and we continuously strive to ensure that every staff member feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to perform their best.
Why You Should Consider a Career with WFP
- Be part of a globally recognized and impactful organization.
- Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about humanitarian causes.
- Grow your career through continuous learning, mobility, and leadership development opportunities.
- Enjoy an inclusive and diverse working culture that values innovation and collaboration.
- Contribute directly to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2: Zero Hunger.
How to Apply
Please click on the respective job posting numbers to access full job descriptions and submit your applications via WFP’s online career platform.
