About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking Supply Chain Officers (Sustainability) to support the design and implementation of initiatives that improve sustainability, resilience, and operational efficiency across supply chain systems. Successful candidates will contribute to projects, partnerships, research, and technical support activities helping WFP adopt sustainable approaches to procurement, logistics, and supply chain management. The roles operate within the Sustainable Supply Chain Unit at WFP’s headquarters in Rome, Italy, with options for remote work. WFP is recruiting at both Consultancy Level I (at least 3 years of experience) and Consultancy Level II (at least 5 years of experience related to sustainability in the multilateral sector). Responsibilities include providing technical support to Country Offices, coordinating policy updates, building partnerships, researching trends, and supporting impact measurement tools like ECODASH.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
- Opportunities for professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship programs
- Career path providing opportunities to work across various country, regional, and global offices
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree in Environmental Science, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, International Development, International Relations, or another relevant field; or a first university degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training
- For Consultancy Level I (CST I): At least three years of relevant professional experience
- For Consultancy Level II (CST II): At least five years of relevant professional experience related to sustainability in the multilateral sector
- Experience working on environmental and/or social sustainability initiatives within a supply chain context
- Experience in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, operations, circular economy, climate action, sustainable sourcing, or related fields
- Fluency in oral and written English, including strong technical writing skills
- Intermediate knowledge of a second official UN language (particularly French, Spanish, and/or Arabic) is highly desirable
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Applications close on 15 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)
- Posted date: 1 September 2026
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate, complete, and up to date with employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade if applicable
- Submit your application exclusively through the online recruiting system
Additional information
- WFP does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees in connection with the application or recruitment process
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of oversight bodies such as ACABQ, ICSC, FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, and JIU during their service and within three years of ceasing that service
- For technical issues during application submission, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org
- For reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, contact global.inclusion@wfp.org
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 an advanced degree in Environmental Science, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Experts with 3-5+ years of experience in sustainability initiatives within a supply chain context.
- Candidates fluent in English with intermediate knowledge of a second UN language.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a consultancy contract rather than a permanent staff position.
- The role may require intermediate knowledge of a second UN language such as French, Spanish, or Arabic.
- Candidates should verify the specific duration of the consultancy contract.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is a consultancy contract that fits those looking to apply their expertise in circular economy or climate action to global food supply chains within a UN agency.
Our take
Sustainability experts with multilateral experience and fluency in English are strong candidates, especially those who value hybrid work flexibility.
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