About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Programme Associate – Resilience Coordinator based in La Paz, Bolivia. Operating under the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, the successful candidate will support the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of program unit processes and activities, ensuring alignment with WFP policies and procedures. This role involves managing resilience project operations, coordinating partnership agreements, providing technical support for livelihoods and climate adaptation interventions, conducting field visits, and collaborating with government institutions, UN agencies, and civil society partners.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package
- Highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship programs
- Opportunities for internal mobility and career progression across global, regional, and country offices
Who can apply?
- Open to qualified candidates 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
- Members of the UN ACABQ, ICSC, FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, JIU, and similar oversight bodies are ineligible during service and within three years of ceasing that service
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Application deadline: 26 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT-04:00 (Bolivia Time, La Paz)
How to apply
- Submit your application exclusively through the online recruiting system via the official job posting link
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade if applicable
- Apply and submit your application online
Additional information
- WFP is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities; contact global.inclusion@wfp.org for assistance.
- The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees in connection with the application or recruitment process.
- For technical issues during application submission, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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…
- Professionals with experience in livelihoods and climate adaptation interventions.
- Those skilled in coordinating partnership agreements and managing project operations.
- Candidates interested in working within a multicultural UN environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is based in La Paz, and candidates should verify the exact compensation package.
- Applicants must be aware of the UN's strict eligibility rules regarding former oversight body members.
- The application process is exclusively through the WFP Workday system.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a strong fit for those wanting to implement resilience and climate adaptation projects and build partnerships with government and civil society.
Our take
Livelihoods and climate adaptation experts should apply, provided they are open to frequent field visits in Bolivia.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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