Nairobi-based World Food Programme (WFP) is looking to fill the role of Programme Policy Officer (Relief) - NOA - Mogadishu. Candidates should bring 1 - 2 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Programme Affairs sector. Submit your application by Jul, 22 to be considered for this role.
Job Details:
Vacancy Announcement No:
JR124802
Job Title:
Programme Policy Officer (Relief)
Contract Type/Grade:
Fixed Term, NOA
Duty Station
Mogadishu
Contract
Duration:
12 Months (Renewable)
Closing Date:
July 22,2026
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 climate change.
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?
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
- 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).
- Provide technical support and assist in the development and implementation of relief, livelihood, nutrition, school feeding and safety net activities
- Contribute to the development of WFP Mogadishu Area Office strategies, policies, and programs to ensure that local needs inform country-wide planning
- Review and present project proposals in coordination with Mogadishu Area Office
- Prepare a range of reports and data analysis (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, weekly management report) and highlight trends ensuring deliverables by adhering to corporate standards
- Effectively manage the Area Office operations under responsibility to ensure transparent and efficient people management and the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team
- Forge and nurture external partnerships to improve assistance packages, develop and sustain liaison with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, civil societies, UN agencies beneficiaries and other partners
- Oversee monthly monitoring and evaluation activities and accurate and comprehensive analysis and reports for Area office coverage area
- Take ownership for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work, to ensure equal participation of women and men
- Participate in the programme planning process and provide information and guidance based on prevailing food and nutrition security situation.
- Support the identification, development, and management of potential partnerships to work in collaboration with WFP leading to improved food assistance packages
- Provide technical and programmatic support to the programme team and cooperating partners for smooth implementation through training and regular coaching
- Review and maintain monthly distribution plans including projections based on the resources available and align the requirements
- Manage, prioritize, and plan for resources to ensure that activities are implemented according to plan
- Any other tasks as required.
About Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya's capital, is the largest city in East Africa and a major hub for international organizations, UN agencies, and multinational companies. The city serves as the regional coordination center for many Horn of Africa operations, offering diverse career opportunities across development, technology, finance, and humanitarian sectors.
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