Programme Associate - (School Feeding)

An exciting full time vacancy for a Programme Associate - (School Feeding) is now available at World Food Programme (WFP), Garowe. Candidates should bring 6 - 7 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Programme Affairs sector. Applications are open until Mar, 25. Don't miss this opportunity. Vacancy Announcement No: JR121170Job Title: Programme Associate - (School Feeding)Contract Type/Grade: Fixed Term, G6Duty Station: GaroweContract Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)Date of Issue: March 12, 2026, | Closing Date: March 25, 2026 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)• Focal point for School Meals Programme activities covering Puntland State.• Liaise with partners (NGOs, UN and Government) in the implementation of school feeding programme, facilitating effective coordinationplatforms and regular information sharing• Work closely with implementing partners and ensure that reports are received timely, reviewed and data captured in relevant platformssuch as School Connect• Actively participate in the design, oversight, and monitoring of school meals activities including strengthening systems, structures, andservices ensuring they are in line with WFP policy procedures• Coordinate with CBT/IDM team and the Ministry of Education on timely processing of entitlements for schools and support staff• Prepare monthly distribution plans and verifying planned movements and distribution of food or non-food items• Work closely with Food Systems team to ensure the School Meals Programme is linked with smallholder farmers and identifyopportunities for more decentralized and innovative local procurement approaches.• Coordinate with food systems team on the implementation of school gardening activities in target schools• Support efforts to address findings from monitoring visits as well as reviews and evaluations.• Participating in school assessments and any other school feeding missions, if the need arises• In collaboration with WFP Logistics team, ensure liaison between beneficiaries (school leaders, community education committees, parentcommittees, pupil representatives) and retailers• Provide technical support for schools and government staff through facilitation of food handling and management training and SBCCtrainings.Vacancy Announcement === Skills & Qualifications === QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREDEducation: Completion of secondary school education OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor) in degree in Education, SocialSciences, Nutrition, Public Health, administration, Development Studies, Agriculture or other related in functional area is desirable.Experience: At least Six (6) years of experience with a Secondary School Certificate OR University Degree (Diploma/Bachelor’s)with a minimum of two (2) or more years of relevant experience in emergency assistance and humanitarian programmes with agood knowledge and experience working in relief, nutrition, SafetyNet, M&E or livelihood or any other related field.Languages: Fluent knowledge of English and Somali language.Knowledge and Skills Required:• Coordination skills: organize meetings, prepare and organise consultations at community, administrative and professional level• Planning skills: resources planning and management• Reporting skills: good report w --- About Garowe --- Garowe is the administrative capital of the Puntland State of Somalia. The city has developed into an important center for governance, education, and humanitarian operations in northeastern Somalia. Many international organizations maintain offices in Garowe, supporting development and resilience-building programs across the region. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Garoowe

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREDEducation: Completion of secondary school education OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor) in degree in Education, SocialSciences, Nutrition, Public Health, administration, Development Studies, Agriculture or other related in functional area is desirable.Experience: At least Six (6) years of experience with a Secondary School Certificate OR University Degree (Diploma/Bachelor’s)with a minimum of two (2) or more years of relevant experience in emergency assistance and humanitarian programmes with agood knowledge and experience working in relief, nutrition, SafetyNet, M&E or livelihood or any other related field.Languages: Fluent knowledge of English and Somali language.Knowledge and Skills Required:• Coordination skills: organize meetings, prepare and organise consultations at community, administrative and professional level• Planning skills: resources planning and management• Reporting skills: good report writing in UN working language (English)• Good communication skills: oral and written• Understanding the education system and context in Somalia• Basic computer skills and use of Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel and PPT are essential

This position is open to qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFPSomalia offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using the linkbelow:• Internal Applicants: Click here!• External Applicants: Click here!Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will becontacted.WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. WFP isan equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.WFP does not charge any application fees to candidates. Apply on employer site Apply at: https://wd3.myworkday.com/wfp/d/inst/15$392530/9925$30897.htmld