About the opportunity
The World Food Programme is seeking a dedicated senior Technical Lead and Project Coordinator on a Consultancy Contract (CST II) based in Aden, Yemen. The role involves technical leadership and end-to-end coordination of WFP’s role in the World Bank and IFC-funded Yemen Dairy Agribusiness Project, specifically focusing on Component C: Facilitation of access to financial services and building financial capability. Responsibilities include designing and operationalizing a Partial Portfolio Credit Guarantee (PPCG), developing financial products with banks and microfinance institutions, managing digital payments, and collaborating with FAO and international partners from project preparation through implementation.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package under a 6-month Consultancy Contract (CST II).
- Opportunity to work with a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate humanitarian organization.
- Highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- Professional development opportunities and engagement with global stakeholders.
Who can apply?
- Advanced University Degree (master's or equivalent) or University Degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in Financial Inclusion, business and financial skills development, digital payment platforms, and Partial Portfolio Credit Guarantee (PPCG) mechanisms.
- Prior experience with the design of World Bank-funded operations, Project Implementation Plans (PIPs), Project Operations Manuals (POMs), or similar packages.
- Demonstrated experience supporting the set-up and early implementation of large-scale development projects in fragile and conflict-affected settings (FCV).
- Fluency (Level C) in written and spoken English is mandatory; working knowledge or intermediate proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Applications close on 13 October 2026 at 23:59 GMT+3 (Arabian Standard Time, Aden).
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 World Food Programme recruitment portal before the deadline.
Additional information
- This position is a 6-month consultancy contract (CST II) located in Aden, Yemen.
- The UN does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees.
- 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 substantial senior experience in financial inclusion, credit guarantees, and agribusiness development within international organizations.
- You bring direct expertise in designing and implementing World Bank-funded operations or similar complex multi-agency frameworks.
- You possess strong coordination skills and previous working experience in fragile or conflict-affected settings (FCV).
What should you think carefully about?
- The assignment is based in Aden, Yemen, requiring willingness and ability to work in a fragile and conflict-affected environment.
- This is a fixed 6-month consultancy contract, meaning longer-term employment stability depends on future project phases or renewals.
- Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in Arabic is strongly preferred for local stakeholder engagement.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is ideal for mid-to-senior development professionals looking to anchor their career in inclusive finance, agribusiness, and high-level donor coordination within humanitarian operations. It provides an opportunity to lead a major component of a multi-million-dollar World Bank initiative and collaborate closely with UN agencies and private sector partners.
Our take
Experienced financial inclusion and project management professionals with a background in fragile contexts and World Bank operations should seriously consider applying before the October 2026 deadline.
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