JOB DESCRIPTION

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

19 November 2025-23:59-GMT+08:00 Philippine Standard Time (Manila)

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.

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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).

PURPOSE OF ASSIGNMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:

BARMM is WFP”s main area of operations in the Philippines. To further support the Government of BARMM with the implementation, design and scale-up of resilience programmes, WFP is seeking a Programme Policy Officer (PPO) with proven experience in project and people management and specialized skills in resilience programming to lead and manage the Integrated Resilience Programme portfolio. This senior role supports strategic planning aligned with the CSP, ensures effective resource management, staff development, and oversees smooth daily operations, guiding the integrated resilience programme team toward shared goals through clear procedures.

The Head of Integrated Resilience Programme CST-2 will be based in the BARMM sub-office and will supervise multiple technical and support personnel, The incumbent will work closely with Food Sufficiency Task Force (BFSTF) and other Government stakeholders and coordination mechanisms.

The PPO will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Cotabato Sub-Office, with overall technical guidance from the country office Head of Programme. The incumbent will manage the integrated programme portfolio of the sub-office in coordination with external partners and with internal units of the country office and sub-office.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PROGRAMME POLICY OFFICER:

The key activities during the assignment are as follows:

• Lead the design and oversee the implementation of the wide-range and moderately complex programme portfolio for integrated resilience in BARMM, in line with WFP programme policies, WFPs strategic objectives, and country local context.
• Guide technical assistance and operational planning, and foster synergies between teams and activities within the programme portfolio, promoting activity layering, sequencing of planning, quality standards and assurance processes.
• Oversee funds planning and execution for integrated resilience activities in BARMM, in coordination with respective units, and ensuring the best use of assigned financial resources for achievement of set objectives within a moderate budget.
• Provide technical expertise and advice on programme issues including assessment and analysis, the choice of objectives, activities, transfer modalities, the deployment and testing of innovative approaches and the development of strategies to support government efforts.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of staff to enable high performance, and provide them policy, strategic, and technical guidance for implementing integrated programming in BARMM.
• Establish and foster strategic and operational partnerships with government entities, UN agencies, NGOs, academia, and research institutions to identify opportunities for collaborative approaches and initiatives that improve WFP’s integrated resilience programme portfolio in BARMM and support advocacy work.
• Work closely with the government, BFSTF and the inter-ministerial convergence technical working group to plan and implement integrated resilience activities.
• Oversee the preparation and dissemination of analytical and critical reports, publications, and various information products or briefs for internal and/or external use.
• Assist in developing and implementing training programmes that improve the ability of WFP staff and partners to plan and execute effective integrated resilience programs according to corporate guidelines.
• Ensure integrated resilience activities are implemented considering conflict sensitivity, protection, gender, disability inclusion, and accountability to the affected population (AAP).
• Coordinate with the various departments or units in the CO and SO to ensure full compliance with WFP’s policy, procedures, and standards. Other tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Advanced University degree in a relevant field such as International Affairs, Social Sciences, Economics, Business Management, Communications, Development Studies or other related fields.

Experience: At least five years of experience and a proven track record of implementing and managing food security and nutrition, value chain, and resilience-building activities in the context of climate change, disasters, and other shocks. Previous experience working on these issues in the Philippines or any other country as part of WFP will be an asset.

Language: Excellent written and oral communications skills in English.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Excellent knowledge of the humanitarian and political context in Venezuela.

• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyse data, draw conclusions and recommend a course of action.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and concisely.

• Ability to think creatively, proactively, strategically and problem-solve with flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills with ability to establish effective relations with communities, authorities, colleagues and partners’ staff.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of judgement, discretion and confidentiality.

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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

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• 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
• Please contact us at [email protected] in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• 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