About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Food Technologist/Nutritionist to join its Regional Bureau for West and Central Africa (WACARO) in Dakar. The incumbent will play a critical role in advancing the Nutrition Value Chain pillar, focusing on large-scale food fortification (LSFF) and local food solutions. Responsibilities include providing technical support to local producers, collaborating with government and private-sector stakeholders, and ensuring the availability of safe, nutritious, and affordable foods. The role involves close collaboration with global nutrition teams and regional supply chain units to integrate nutrition objectives across WFP interventions.
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
- Opportunity to work for a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate organization
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Agrobusiness, Health Sciences, Nutrition, or an equivalent related field
- At least 3 years of postgraduate professional-level experience in a similar field
- Previous or current working experience in the West and Central Africa (WACARO) region and knowledge of its procedures
- Fluency (level C) in both English and French
- Strong operational expertise in large-scale food fortification (LSFF), Nutrition Value Chains (NVC), and local food solutions
- Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, and courtesy
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 23 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT (Dakar)
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
- Attach your CV and Cover Letter to the application
- Contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org only for technical issues with the application system
Additional information
- The position is a Fixed Term contract at the NOB level for an initial duration of 1 year, renewable
- The duty station is Dakar, Senegal, with required travel within the West and Central African region
- WFP does not charge any application, processing, or training fees
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- Members of certain UN oversight bodies are ineligible for appointment during their service and for three years thereafter
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…
- Food technologists or nutritionists with 3+ years of experience in large-scale food fortification.
- Professionals with existing knowledge of the West and Central Africa region and its operational procedures.
- Bilingual candidates fluent in both English and French who thrive in multicultural, humanitarian environments.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires frequent travel within the West and Central African region, which may be challenging.
- This is a one-year fixed-term contract, so candidates should consider the nature of renewable short-term assignments.
- Applicants must demonstrate strong client-oriented skills to navigate complex government and private-sector stakeholder relationships.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for a professional aiming to make a regional impact on nutrition value chains. It provides a platform to work with a Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization while expanding one's expertise in international food policy.
Our take
Ideal for experienced nutritionists or food technologists with regional expertise; less suitable for those seeking a permanent, non-traveling role or those lacking fluency in both English and French.
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