About the opportunity
The Partnership Manager will join the Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) division at WFP’s headquarters in Rome. The role involves managing and optimizing the impact of WFP’s global partnerships with international and national businesses. The selected candidate will lead the execution of the PSP global partnerships plan, develop strategic account and stakeholder engagement plans, negotiate renewals, and manage a team of partnership managers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within the world’s largest humanitarian organization to maximize financial and technical support for saving and changing lives.
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
- Internal mobility opportunities within WFP's global network
Who can apply?
- University degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or International Relations
- At least 7 years of experience in fundraising, marketing/sales, and account management is essential
- Demonstrated experience managing complex stakeholder ecosystems and engaging senior executives across multinational corporations
- Proven record of accomplishment in stewarding complex high-value corporate fundraising partnerships and securing renewals
- Excellent command of spoken and written English
- Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is a plus
- Knowledge of the humanitarian/development sector is a plus
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by September 24, 2026, at 23:59 GMT+01:00 (Central European Time / Rome)
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Submit your CV and Cover Letter exclusively through the online recruiting system
- Do not send applications via email, LinkedIn, or other channels as they will not be considered
Additional information
- The contract duration is 11 months on a full-time schedule (Monday to Friday)
- The position is based on-site (Fully Present) at WFP Headquarters in Rome, Italy
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, or testing fees
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 7+ years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or account management.
- Those with a proven record of securing high-value corporate renewals and managing complex stakeholders.
- Candidates with a degree in Business Administration, International Relations, or Marketing.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term 11-month consultancy contract, not a permanent position.
- The role is fully on-site at the WFP headquarters in Rome, Italy.
- Intermediate knowledge of another UN official language beyond English is a plus but not required.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a prestigious short-term opportunity to lead global private sector partnerships for the world's largest humanitarian organization, ideal for those seeking international experience in Rome.
Our take
Pefect for senior-level corporate partnership managers with a multinational experience who want to transition into the high-impact humanitarian sector.
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