About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Head of Resilience and Food Systems for an international consultancy in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for the design, coordination, and implementation of integrated disaster risk reduction (DRR), climate risk management, resilience, and food systems programmes. The role focuses on strengthening institutional systems, multi-sectoral coordination mechanisms, and government capacities for risk-informed planning, preparedness, and response, particularly as WFP Tajikistan transitions to its next Country Strategic Plan (2027–2030).
Salary and benefits
- Competitive compensation package for Consultant Level II starting from US$ 6,000.
- Medical insurance.
- Living allowance for those traveling to Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
Who can apply?
- Advanced University degree in International Development, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or other field related to DRR, climate change adaptation and/or international assistance (highly preferable).
- First university degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training courses.
- At least 7 years of progressively relevant professional experience in managing international development projects aiming to improve livelihoods and food security with a focus on community-based participatory approaches.
- Extensive experience in emergency preparedness and response and sudden onset disasters in WFP capacity (strongly preferable).
- Experience with WFP, UN agencies, government entities, or civil society in the fields of DRR, climate change, agriculture, and/or environmental sustainability (strongly preferable).
- Proven experience in leading multi-sectoral coordination mechanisms and working with government institutions on disaster risk management and emergency preparedness.
- Demonstrated experience in programme design, policy dialogue and institutional capacity strengthening.
- Experience in Central Asia or similar contexts (highly desirable).
- Fluency in written and spoken English (mandatory).
- Proficiency in Russian or Tajik (strongly preferred).
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 31 August 2026, 23:59 GMT+05:00 (Tajikistan Time).
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Submit your 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 with 7+ years in international development and food security.
- Professionals with deep experience in disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation.
- Candidates with prior exposure to WFP or UN agency emergency response protocols.
What should you think carefully about?
- Proficiency in Russian or Tajik is strongly preferred and may be a significant differentiator.
- The role involves high-level strategic leadership, requiring comfort with government-level policy dialogue.
- The position is on-site in Dushanbe, which will require relocation for international applicants.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy is a strategic move for a senior leader aiming to shape the next Country Strategic Plan (2027–2030) for a major agency. It offers a unique chance to influence institutional capacity and resilience programming at a national level, making it a high-impact role for someone looking to leave a lasting mark on food systems in Central Asia.
Our take
This is a premier opportunity for seasoned humanitarian leaders with specific experience in Central Asia; candidates without a strong background in DRR or emergency response may find the technical requirements challenging.
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