About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Programme Policy Officer (Partnerships) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This role focuses on managing and strengthening partnerships with UN Agencies, Government institutions, NGOs, and Academia to implement WFP’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP 2022-2027) and achieve Zero Hunger. The officer will oversee the development and management of Partnership Agreements (FLAs, MoUs, and LoUs), ensure corporate compliance, and provide leadership and training to staff and partners.
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?
- University degree in Business Administration, Partnership, Project Management, Economics, or other relevant field.
- At least 4–6 years of experience in a similar position performing analysis of medium complexity and presenting information to various audiences.
- Proven experience working effectively with partners during the execution of projects and programmes.
- Fluency (Level C) in English and Swahili languages.
- Ability to work independently, systematically, and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 7 September 2026, 23:59 GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Dar es Salaam).
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Submit the 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…
- Professionals with 4–6 years of experience in partnership management or project coordination.
- Candidates who are fluent in both English and Swahili.
- Individuals with a background in business, economics, or project management.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Dar es Salaam, necessitating relocation if not already based there.
- Applicants must be comfortable navigating complex compliance requirements for UN partnership agreements.
- The position is a temporary Special Service Agreement, which may have different implications than permanent staff roles.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role serves as a strategic step for those aiming to influence large-scale humanitarian outcomes. It provides a platform to lead high-level partnerships and contribute directly to the Zero Hunger agenda, making it ideal for those looking to sharpen their leadership and negotiation skills in a multicultural environment.
Our take
Experienced partnership professionals with local language skills should prioritize this role. It is less suited for those seeking remote work or those without prior experience in managing multi-stakeholder agreements.
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