About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Human Resource Officer for Talent Acquisition (NOA) based in Cairo, Egypt. The role focuses on identifying, attracting, and acquiring top talent for the Regional Office Cairo (MENAEE) and potentially providing remote support to 13 countries across the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia. The officer will manage full-cycle recruitment, enhance talent acquisition strategies using advanced sourcing techniques, and support onboarding and contract management.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package.
- Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or other relevant field, OR a First University degree with additional years of related work experience.
- At least five years of experience, including one year of postgraduate professional experience in Human Resources.
- Strong expertise in recruitment, selection, and talent acquisition.
- Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic.
- Knowledge of the Egyptian and Middle Eastern employment market.
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 3 September 2026, 23:59 GMT+02:00 (Cairo time).
How to apply
- Complete and submit an accurate and complete Workday profile, 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…
- Professionals with an advanced degree in HR Management, Public Administration, or Industrial Psychology.
- Experts in full-cycle recruitment, advanced sourcing techniques, and onboarding.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Cairo, Egypt.
- Candidates must have specific knowledge of the Egyptian and Middle Eastern employment market.
- The position requires a minimum of five years of experience, including one year postgraduate.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a great opportunity for an HR specialist to lead talent acquisition strategies for a large region including the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia.
Our take
HR professionals with strong recruitment expertise and fluency in both English and Arabic are ideal candidates for this regional role.
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