About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Procurement Officer (NOA) to join its team in Damascus, Syria. Operating in a complex and resource-constrained environment, the Procurement Officer leads and manages procurement activities to ensure the timely, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of food commodities, non-food items, services, and operational requirements. The incumbent provides technical leadership on procurement strategy, sourcing, contract management, and supplier engagement while supporting organizational effectiveness and continuous process improvement to ensure uninterrupted humanitarian programme delivery in Syria.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package aligned with UN national professional officer standards
- Participation in a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
- Opportunities for personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship programs
- Exposure to impactful humanitarian operations in a major UN field office
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Logistics, or another relevant field, or a first university degree with additional years of relevant professional experience
- At least 1 year of professional experience with a master's degree, or at least 3 years of professional experience with a bachelor's degree in procurement, contract management, supply chain management, or related fields
- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end procurement processes, including planning, market analysis, sourcing, solicitation, evaluation, contract award, and contract management
- Fluency in both English and Arabic languages (Level C)
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Application deadline is 29 October 2026 at 23:59 GMT+03:00 (Eastern European Time, Damascus)
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade if applicable
- Submit your application exclusively through the online recruiting system before the deadline
Additional information
- Professional certification in Procurement and Supply Chain management, preferably CIPS Level 3 or above, is highly desirable
- The position is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis (NOA level)
- The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees in connection with the recruitment process
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
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…
- You have professional experience in supply chain, contract management, or humanitarian procurement, especially dealing with complex portfolios of goods and services.
- You possess fluency in both English and Arabic, enabling effective communication with local suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- You want to apply your commercial and negotiation skills directly to emergency response and recovery efforts in a challenging humanitarian context.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is based in Damascus, Syria, requiring on-site presence in a complex operational environment.
- It is a fixed-term appointment with a duration of 12 months, subject to organizational needs and funding.
- Applicants must meet specific professional degree and experience thresholds to qualify for the NOA grade level.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This 12-month fixed-term position offers an opportunity to strengthen high-level procurement expertise within the United Nations system. It suits professionals seeking impactful field experience in humanitarian logistics, supply chain optimization, and emergency response.
Our take
Experienced procurement professionals with a background in supply chain management and fluency in English and Arabic should consider applying before the October deadline. Those without relevant professional experience or language capabilities will find this role less suitable.
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