About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity. The Finance Associate (SSA6) will coordinate and provide essential finance, budget, and administration support services, including the recording and interpretation of financial data to ensure efficient operations and informed decision-making. The role involves ensuring compliance with WFP financial policies, monitoring cash positions, managing payments, and contributing to budget preparation and expenditure monitoring. The successful candidate will work in a diverse, multicultural environment and must be prepared to follow emergency preparedness practices.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package
- Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship
- Opportunities for internal mobility
- Career path providing experience across country, regional, and global offices
Who can apply?
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience
- Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Turkish
- Professional finance certification is desired
- Experience assessing financial health of projects and working with auditors is desired
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline: 20 September 2026, 23:59 GMT+03:00 (Turkey Time)
How to apply
- Create or update your profile on the WFP online recruiting system (Workday)
- Ensure all sections of the profile are accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Submit the application exclusively through the online portal
Additional information
- The United Nations does not charge any fees for the application or recruitment process.
- WFP provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities; contact global.inclusion@wfp.org for assistance.
- Technical issues with the application portal can be directed to global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org.
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
- Restrictions apply to former members of specific UN oversight bodies.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Finance or accounting professionals with at least 6 years of relevant experience
- Candidates fluent in both English and Turkish
- Individuals with experience in financial monitoring, budgeting, and working with auditors
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is based on-site in Ankara, Türkiye
- Professional finance certification is highly desired
- Candidates must be prepared to handle emergency preparedness practices as part of the role
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a significant career step for a finance professional looking to work within a large-scale humanitarian context. It provides the opportunity to manage complex financial data and contribute to the operational efficiency of a global organization.
Our take
Experienced finance professionals who are comfortable in a multicultural, high-stakes environment and meet the language requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.
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