Field Support and Preparedness Officer
Field Support and Preparedness Officer
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
6 September 2025-23:59-GMT01:00 Central European Time (Rome)WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race colour national origin ethnic or social background genetic information gender gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion or belief HIV status or disability.
ABOUT WFP
The World Food Programme is the worlds 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 WFPs 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
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).
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The Delivery Assurance Service of the Supply Chain and Delivery division supports WFPs Country Offices (COs) with a focus on preparedness speed reduced requirements lean processes assurance and a higher risk appetite enabling these operations using one or a combination of modalities in the last mile to remain simple fast flexible and adaptable.
The incumbent will be part of the Field Support and Rapid Response team and the position plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between HQ RBs and COs supporting these COs to meet the corporate IDM and cash assurance standards.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
Contribute towards the deisgn implementation monitoring and closure of preparedness projectsand processes in line with corporate standards and frameworks and operational needs.
2.
Provide project support to specific and defined assurance and preparedness programmes andprojects of limited size/complexity.
3.
Contribute to the development of accurate and timely reporting on preparedness activities forthe Delivery Assurance Service and/or other WFP stakeholders.
4.
Liaise with internal and external counterparts to enure effectice collaboration admin and travelsupport for the Field Support and Rapid Response team and escalating challenges as needed.
5.
Support the dissemination of corporate developments to the field including but not limited todevelopments related to policy areas and the production of normative guidance.
6.
Help identify and escalate staffing and surge needs from the field and support in theidentification of appropriate profiles and manage the Cash Roster in close coordination with theTalent Management team of the Programme Operations Department.
7.
Support the preparation and implementation of capacity building activities within the area ofpreparedness for specific operations and/or regions.
8.
Perform other duties as required.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:
-Support to DAS preparedness initiatives including checklists and tools.
-In collaboration with relevant functions and receiving offices organisation of missions in the fieldcompleted with professionalism and timeliness.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
University degree in Economics International Development Social Sciences Business Management or other relevant field.
Experience:
At least 3 years of progressive experience working in the humanitarian/development sphere with substantial experience in managing cash or IDM operations including coordination with internal and external stakeholders and supporting emergency programs.
Knowledge & Skills:
Solid understanding of cash operations.
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Identity Management
Strong stakeholder management and networking skills
Languages:
Fluency (level C) in English is required. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of French Spanish or Arabic is desired.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation please contact:
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
The United Nations does not charge any application processing training interviewing testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee please disregard it. Furthermore please note that emblems logos names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate complete and includes your employment records academic qualifications language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
Once your profile is completed please apply and submit your application.
Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
Additional documents such as passport recommendation letters academic certificates etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
Please contact us at in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs job requirements merit and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse all forms of discrimination any kind of harassment sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ) International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) FAO Finance Committee WFP External Auditor WFP Audit Committee Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
