JOB DESCRIPTION

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

21 December 2025-23:59-GMT+02:00 Eastern European Time (Beirut)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP”s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

WFP Lebanon encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to apply.

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. WFP does not charge a fee or request bank details at any stage of the recruitment process.

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at [email protected] (and copying in [email protected]). Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

Organizational Background:

Assisting more than 115.5 million people in 120 + countries each year, the World Food Program (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies, and helping individuals and communities find life-changing solutions to the multiple challenges they face in building better futures.

In conflict situations, we bring relief to exhausted populations and use food assistance to build pathways to peace and stability – work for which WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.

WFP Lebanon provides cash assistance to Syrian refugees and in-kind assistance to vulnerable Lebanese, while supporting the Government in strengthening social safety nets. WFP supports resilience-building activities, and its school meals programme improves nutrition and school attendance. Since October 2023, WFP has provided food and cash assistance to people affected by the conflict and has scaled up its food assistance including the distribution of daily meals following the recent escalation.

To know more about WFP’s mission, please check the below video:
https://www.facebook.com/WorldFoodProgramme/videos/10154930622760178/

Contract Duration: 6 months

Job Purpose: The Programme Associate (Engineering) will be responsible of contributing to the provision of technical support and quality assurance for the implementation of construction and infrastructure works of projects implemented.   Responsibilities include but not limited to: supporting the identification, analysis, and timely resolution of engineering issues; contributing to the oversight of engineering services and construction activities such as the design review, project management, construction procurement processes, and construction contract administration   The incumbent will also work closely with partners, contractors, and vendors to ensure coordination and delivery of engineering and construction activities.

The selected incumbent will be expected to demonstrate   a high commitment to quality, good organizational, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work and communicate well with diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• Support in the preparation and review of engineering designs, specifications, and drawings for WFP supported projects, and for management services, ensuring compliance with specifications and approved drawings, including managing Quality Assurance and Control procedures, and management of risks at construction projects.
• Evaluate the feasibility  Support in the technical feasibility studies of projects in the field, considering factors such as cost, safety, and environmental impact and conduct engineering site assessments when required.  Contribute towards the analysis of project proposal to enable effective decision making on project technical feasibility
• Collaborate and oversees the field construction activities with cooperating partners, contractors and subcontractors involved in infrastructure project implementation. This includes coordinating work schedules, reviewing project plans and specifications, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards for projects under WFP portfolio including (agriculture infrastructure – waste management, irrigation systems, solarization, construction and rehabilitation, etc.
• Coordinate, monitor and process administrative actions related to procurement, finance, human resources, etc., including contracts with external vendors, to ensure all data is accurately and timely recorded, processed in WFP corporate systems and any operational issues addressed; and provide technical guidance to support a successful construction procurement process.
• Conduct regular meetings and site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and maintain a productive working relationship with contractors and cooperating partners.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies at field office and regional level to ensure that construction activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Provide technical advice and support to cooperating partners, contractors and sub-contracts teams.
• Oversee the regular maintenance records of WFP facilities in the field office.
• Support in the collation of data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting on outputs to facilitate informed decision-making and consistency of information presented to the stakeholders.
• Other as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate or Bachelor in Engineer (or higher) is desirable. Being an active member of the Order of Engineers in Lebanon is required.

Experience: At least six (6) years’ experience in working with an engineering team especially in construction site supervision and contributing to the design and construction management of small and mid-size construction projects, such as buildings, road, irrigation, livelihood and community-based infrastructure projects   direct engagements is required.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic. Knowledge of French language is desirable.

Required Skills and Knowledge for entry into the role:

• Proven experience using AutoCAD 2D and other relevant engineering software
• Knowledge of national and international construction standards
• Experience in supervision of civil engineering construction activities.
• Good knowledge of public procurement procedures.

Desirable skills and knowledge

• Work experience in agriculture projects.
• Experience of working within the Humanitarian Community and international organization.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.
• If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at [email protected] for technical support only.
• Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.
• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements