DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS10 November 2025-23:59-GMT Greenwich Mean Time (Freetown)
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 worldโs 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?
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).
To provide effective specialized support and technical analyses to policy and program activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.
This position is based in Freetown and reports to the Programme Policy Officer.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
1. Support the effective implementation of CBT activities across Sierra Leone by coordinating with key Programme leads, identifying challenges, and providing timely, pragmatic solutions to ensure uninterrupted assistance delivery.
2.Coordinate with Financial Service Providers (FSPs), payment solution focal points, and other stakeholders to facilitate the smooth execution of CBT operations.3.Prepare reports, conduct data analysis, and identify trends or issues within the area of responsibility, ensuring adherence to corporate standards and quality requirements.
4.Ensure compliance with established CBT strategies, policies, procedures, and controls, while supporting the implementation of corporate standards with a strong focus on Programme quality, impact, and assurance.
5.Take timely action to address technical challenges related to CBT operations and resolve complaints received through WFPโs Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM).
6.Support the Programme Policy Officer in coordinating cash-based activities with humanitarian and cooperating partners, including documentation of meeting notes and key outcomes.
7.Contribute to country office initiatives on analysis, learning, and strategy for cash-based transfers; strengthen evidence generation on the impact and effectiveness of CBT programming for beneficiaries.
8.Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP can quickly respond and deploy needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
9.Perform other related duties as required.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.
Experience: Six or more years of progressively work in relevant experience. Demonstrated field-based humanitarian/development operational experience in cash-based transfers (CBT) required. Proven experience with beneficiary data management.Knowledge and Skills:
General knowledge of the Cash Based Transfers context in Sierra Leone.
Strong organizational skills, and ability to carry out multiple tasks successfully.
Good knowledge and practical experience in data record keeping, reporting, and data analysis.
Behavioral competencies including teamwork, time management, integrity and communication
Language: Fluency in oral and written English.Position is open to Sierra Leone Nationals only. Qualified Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidateโs qualifications and experience.
Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP.
http://www.wfp.org Click on: โOur workโ and โCountriesโ to learn
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
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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: global.inclusion@wfp.org
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
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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 global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org 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.