About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Programme Associate (EPR) G6 in Monrovia, Liberia. This role provides specialized programme support and technical analyses for emergency preparedness and response (EPR) activities, while managing cooperating partner agreements and operational partnerships. The successful candidate will support the development of preparedness plans, contingency planning, and response protocols, and act as the focal point for Field Level Agreements (FLAs), MoUs, and LoUs, ensuring compliance and effective partner 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?
- At least six years of progressively responsible experience in programme implementation, emergency preparedness and response, food assistance, partner management, project management, field operations, administration, or related areas.
- Completion of secondary school education.
- Fluency in oral and written English.
- Experience using Excel and basic database tools is required.
- Experience supporting implementation of programmes with technical teams, Field Offices, government counterparts, NGOs, cooperating partners, or UN agencies.
- Desired: A post-secondary certificate in emergency management, international development, public administration, social sciences, economics, project management, logistics, food security, or another related functional area.
- Desired: Experience preparing or reviewing partnership agreements, budgets, reports, partner documentation, compliance follow-up, or operational trackers.
- Desired: Experience supporting emergency preparedness, response planning, contingency planning, operational readiness, early warning, needs analysis, or response coordination.
- Desired: Knowledge of local Liberian languages.
- Desired: Familiarity with WFP systems such as UNPP, Partner Connect, COMET, WINGS, SCOPE, or related tools.
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 1 September 2026, 23:59 GMT (Monrovia).
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…
- Six or more years of experience in emergency preparedness, response, or food assistance.
- Experience managing cooperating partner agreements (FLAs, MoUs, LoUs).
- Proficiency in Excel and basic database tools.
What should you think carefully about?
- Lacking a post-secondary certificate in a related field may be a disadvantage, as it is listed as desired.
- The role is on-site in Monrovia, Liberia.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an ideal role for someone looking to manage operational partnerships and develop contingency plans to ensure readiness for emergency response.
Our take
Programme associates with a specialization in emergency preparedness and partner management, should seriously consider applying.
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