About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Food Systems and Climate Specialist in Guatemala City to coordinate the design and implementation of strategic initiatives related to climate resilience, sustainable food systems, and adaptive social protection. The role focuses on mobilizing resources, providing specialized technical advice, and coordinating with government institutions, UN agencies, and development partners to strengthen institutional capacities and improve the effectiveness of national programs for vulnerable populations.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package (refer to Terms and Conditions of the vacancy announcement).
- Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
Who can apply?
- University degree (Bachelor's or higher) in Economics, Public Policy, International Development, Social Protection, Sustainable Food Systems, Program Management, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, or related fields.
- Fluent proficiency (Level C) in both English and Spanish.
- 9 years of progressive and relevant experience in development programs, resilience, social protection, food systems, food security and nutrition, and/or climate change adaptation and mitigation.
- Experience in project and initiative management, including planning, monitoring, reporting, and institutional support.
- Demonstrated experience working with allies and counterparts, including government institutions, UN agencies, development partners, and NGOs.
- Technical experience in project formulation and development, specifically supporting initiatives linked to climate and development financing mechanisms (e.g., climate funds, thematic/resilience or social protection funds).
- Knowledge and experience in integrated approaches linking nutrition-sensitive social protection, climate resilience, gender, and food systems.
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 25 August 2026, 23:59 GMT-06:00 Central Standard Time (Guatemala).
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Submit the application exclusively through the WFP online recruiting system.
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…
- Experts in sustainable food systems, climate change adaptation, or social protection with a university degree.
- Bilingual professionals fluent in both English and Spanish (Level C).
- Candidates with a proven track record in project formulation and climate/development financing mechanisms.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires a high level of seniority, demanding at least 9 years of progressive experience.
- Relocation to Guatemala City is necessary as the work mode is on-site.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an ideal opportunity for a professional seeking to lead high-impact, strategic initiatives at the intersection of climate resilience and social protection. It fits those aiming to mobilize resources and strengthen national institutional capacities within a multicultural UN environment.
Our take
Highly recommended for senior-level climate and food systems experts with bilingual English/Spanish fluency who are ready to lead strategic initiatives in Guatemala.
Ready to apply?
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