About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Special Assistant to the Country Director in Cairo, Egypt. This role is recruited under the international consultant modality (CST I) and provides strategic, analytical, and executive support to the Country Director and Deputy Country Director. The successful candidate will facilitate cross-functional coordination, prepare high-level briefing materials, and support corporate reporting requirements to ensure the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package.
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
- Opportunity to work in a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural environment.
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Business Administration, International Development, or another relevant field.
- Alternatively, a first university degree with an additional two years of relevant professional experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.
- At least three years of progressively responsible professional experience in strategic planning, programme management, development cooperation, humanitarian operations, policy analysis, partnerships, executive support, or related fields.
- Experience working with international organizations, United Nations agencies, government institutions, development partners, NGOs, or other relevant stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience supporting senior-level decision-making through strategic analysis, coordination, reporting, or advisory functions.
- Proven experience preparing high-quality reports, briefing notes, presentations, and strategic communication products.
- Experience coordinating across multidisciplinary teams and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Professional working proficiency in English (oral and written) is required.
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 8 September 2026, 23:59 GMT+02:00 (Cairo time).
How to apply
- Complete and submit an accurate and complete Workday profile, 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…
- Advanced degree in International Relations, Public Policy, or related fields
- Demonstrated track record in strategic planning and senior-level advisory roles
- Strong ability to synthesize complex information into high-quality briefing materials
- Experience navigating multidisciplinary teams in dynamic humanitarian environments
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires full-time on-site presence in Cairo
- High-pressure environment managing competing priorities for senior leadership
- Consultant modality may differ from standard staff contracts regarding long-term benefits
- Requires exceptional proficiency in English for strategic communication
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is perfect for a mid-career professional aiming to move into high-level strategic decision-making. Working directly with the Country Director provides a unique vantage point on humanitarian operations, offering intensive mentorship and exposure to senior management processes that can significantly accelerate your career in international development.
Our take
This role is best suited for highly organized, analytical professionals with experience in executive support. Candidates who prefer independent, task-focused work rather than high-level coordination and advisory duties may find this position less aligned with their strengths.
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