BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. WFP Somalia’s four-year
Country Strategic Plan (CSP) 2022-2025 emphasizes resilience building, recognizing the interconnected nature of relief, nutrition, safety nets, food
systems, capacity strengthening, and partnerships.
Under SDG2, WFP focuses on strengthening sustainable food systems and value chains to improve access to nutritious diets and reduce the impact of
climate-related shocks. This position will support the implementation of climate smart food systems, livelihoods, and resilience interventions in
Galmudug, complementing activities in relief, nutrition, school feeding, social protection, and capacity strengthening. The Programme Policy Officer
(Food Systems) will provide technical and operational support in planning, implementing, and coordinating food systems and resilience activities in
Dhusamareb, and across the Area Office. The role requires strong contextual understanding of Somalia and Galmudug State, and the ability to apply
programme guidelines to deliver integrated interventions for vulnerable communities.
The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Food Systems and Resilience – Garowe, and overall reporting to the Head of
Programme, Garowe Area Office, and receive technical guidance from the Strategic Outcome Three (Climate Smart Food Systems) Manager at the
Country Office. The PPO – Food Systems will closely collaborate with technical units (Nutrition, School Feeding, Partnerships, Gender & Inclusion,
Monitoring & Evaluation, etc.), government counterparts, UN agencies, and NGOs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)
• Contribute to the implementation of WFP Somalia’s CSP 2022-2025 and corporate policies aligned with national strategies on economic
development and social protection.
• Analyze technical and policy documents, strategies, and data related to food systems, livelihoods, and resilience, and translate findings
into WFP’s thematic focus areas.
• Provide technical and supervisory support for effective implementation of food systems & resilience activities, particularly food value
chains involving smallholder farmers and cooperatives.
Vacancy Announcement No: JR121643
Job Title: Programme Policy Officer - Food Systems & Resilience
Contract Type/Grade: Fixed Term (NOA)
Duty Station: Dhusamareb
Contract Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
Date of Issue: March 26th
, 2026, | Closing Date: April 8
th
, 2026
Join Us and Make a Difference!
• Collaborate with technical units and partners to translate food systems initiatives and policies into field activities.
• Support programme development, project design, and contribute to resource mobilization for CSP activities.
• Develop and review technical papers, guidelines, and information materials related to food systems, agricultural value chains, market
systems, climate change, and partnerships.
• Coordinate with government ministries, UN agencies, academic institutions, and private sector partners to strengthen collaboration and
provide technical assistance.
• Supervise cooperating partners, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of outputs.
• Assess capacity building needs of partners and beneficiaries, develop training materials, and provide technical guidance.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge management of food systems and resilience projects, ensuring timely reporting and
documentation.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, consultations, and field visits to strengthen partnerships and programme delivery.
• Provide technical assistance to other WFP units to ensure food systems and resilience programmes are nutrition sensitive and climate
resilient.
• Review and verify reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency of data presented to stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Education: Advanced University Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agronomy, Environment and Climate Change, Rural Development
or any other related field OR First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses
Experience: At least one (1) year of relevant experience with advanced University Degree OR First University degree with a minimum of
three (3) or more years of experience in programme implementation, preferably in agriculture value chains, food systems, or resilience
programming, monitoring technical activities related to irrigation, production, post‑harvest management, and market access with
smallholder farmers or other relevant fields
Language: Fluent knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English and Somali language.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Strong analytical and report writing skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver results under pressure.
• Knowledge of UN policies, rules, and procedures is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills, tact, and ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Windows and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
This position is open to qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP
Somalia offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using the link
below:
• Internal Applicants: Click here!
• External Applicants: Click here!
Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted.
WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
WFP is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.
Please note: WFP does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview,
meeting, traveling, processing, training or any other).
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