Are you passionate about creating meaningful partnerships and driving impactful change? The World Food Programme (WFP) is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Partnerships Officer (Private Sector & Foundations) to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. This is your opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organization, working to save lives and build a future free from hunger.
As a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, WFP is dedicated to ensuring food security, supporting communities, and fostering peace and stability. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing our employees with the resources and opportunities to thrive in a multicultural environment.
About WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is a leader in global humanitarian aid, focusing on eradicating hunger and malnutrition. Through emergency assistance, development projects, and strategic partnerships, WFP provides food support and sustainable solutions to vulnerable populations across the world.
The WFP Regional Bureau for Eastern and Central Africa (RBN), based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees WFP operations in nine countries: Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda. The bureau provides strategic direction, technical support, and resource mobilization to enhance food security and resilience in the region.
Why Join WFP?
- A Purpose-Driven Career: Be part of a mission-driven organization working towards Zero Hunger.
- Professional Growth: WFP invests in your personal and professional development through training, coaching, mentorship, and career mobility opportunities.
- A Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Work with a multicultural team committed to equality and inclusion.
- Attractive Compensation: A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Global Impact: Work on projects that directly improve the lives of millions of people.
Job Details
- Position: Partnerships Officer (Private Sector & Foundations)
- Contract Type: SC9
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Job Requisition ID: JR110807
- Application Deadline: 21 March 2025, 23:59 (GMT+03:00 East Africa Time)
Role Overview
The Partnerships Officer (Private Sector & Foundations) will play a critical role in expanding and managing WFP’s engagement with private sector partners and global foundations. The role will support WFP’s efforts to secure funding, enhance program impact, and build strong relationships with businesses and philanthropic organizations.
This position focuses on two key areas:
- Foundations Portfolio Management – Strengthening WFP’s collaboration with foundations like Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) to scale up Homegrown School Feeding (HGSF) and Smallholder Farmer support programs in Rwanda and Uganda.
- Private Sector Engagement – Identifying and developing partnerships with corporations, entrepreneurs, and private entities to enhance WFP’s fundraising, innovation, and resource mobilization efforts in Eastern Africa.
Key Responsibilities
1. Foundations Partnerships Support & Coordination
- Oversee and ensure the effective implementation of the Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) Project.
- Assist Country Offices (COs) in tracking progress, submitting timely reports, and maintaining clear communication with donors and stakeholders.
- Support proposal development for the second phase of the NNF collaboration, working closely with internal teams.
- Develop a joint communications and advocacy plan in collaboration with program teams and partners.
- Provide technical oversight and strategic inputs to Country Office project focal points to ensure alignment with WFP standards.
- Coordinate financial reporting with the Budget and Programming Unit and Finance team to meet donor requirements.
2. Private Sector Partnerships Development
- Work with the Communications and Advocacy (CAM) unit to create engaging video content and articles showcasing the impact of HGSF in Rwanda and Uganda.
- Lead the identification, development, and management of regional and multi-country private sector partnerships, including Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).
- Develop and distribute quarterly Private Sector updates to enhance visibility and engagement.
- Support efforts to attract new corporate donors by crafting compelling value propositions and partnership proposals.
- Act as the partnership focal point, ensuring alignment between program teams and private sector stakeholders.
- Explore innovative fundraising opportunities and advocacy strategies to boost WFP’s private sector engagement.
- Support other private sector initiatives and engagement efforts as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
- A university degree in International Affairs, Economics, Public Health, Nutrition, Food Technology, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Experience
- At least three (3) years of professional experience in humanitarian and development work, partnerships, private sector engagement, and project management.
- Strong project management and partnership development skills.
- Experience in proposal writing, monitoring & evaluation, and reporting.
- Proven ability to engage with private sector stakeholders and innovation-driven partnerships.
- Knowledge of humanitarian and development operations in Eastern Africa.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate programs and develop strategic improvements.
- Ability to work in cross-cultural environments with diverse teams.
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills with external partners.
- Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and presentation tools.
Languages
- Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required.
WFP Leadership Framework
At WFP, we uphold the Leadership Framework that sets the standards of behavior guiding our work. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, and inclusion in their roles.
Click here to learn more about WFP’s Leadership Framework
Reasonable Accommodation & Equal Opportunity
WFP is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability, please reach out to [email protected].
We strongly encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. WFP does not charge any application or recruitment fees.
How to Apply
Ensure your application is complete before submitting:
- Update your WFP profile with accurate details of employment, education, and skills.
- Upload a professional CV in English.
- Submit your application online before the deadline.
For any application-related challenges, contact [email protected].
Application Deadline: 21 March 2025 (23:59 GMT+03:00 East Africa Time)
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