About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity. WFP is currently offering a 12-month fixed-term position for a Programme Policy Officer focusing on Direct Transfers at the NOB professional level, based in Banjul, The Gambia. The role reports to the Deputy Country Director and provides support to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs. Key responsibilities include project management support, data gathering and monitoring, policy research, and liaising with internal and external counterparts.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package commensurate with the NOB grade level
- 12-month fixed-term contract
- Opportunity to work with the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate humanitarian organization
- Access to training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship programs for personal and professional development
- Multicultural and inclusive working environment
Who can apply?
- Open exclusively to Gambian nationals
- Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or another field relevant to international development assistance, or a First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses
- Fluency (level C) in the English language
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Application deadline is 21 October 2026 at 23:59 GMT
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Submit your application exclusively online through the WFP recruiting system
Additional information
- 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…
- Strong fit for development professionals in Gambia with a background in international affairs, economics, or agriculture.
- Ideal for experienced policy practitioners looking to contribute directly to humanitarian food assistance and social protection programs.
- Well-suited for candidates seeking a fixed-term international institutional role based locally in Banjul.
What should you think carefully about?
- Strictly limited to Gambian nationals, excluding international applicants.
- Offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract, which is temporary in nature.
- Requires professional-level experience and fluency in English.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an impactful opportunity for mid-to-senior professionals to strengthen humanitarian policy execution and direct transfer programs in Gambia while gaining valuable experience within the United Nations system.
Our take
Qualified Gambian nationals with expertise in food assistance, project management, and policy analysis should seriously consider applying before the October deadline.
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