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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).

About WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. WFP’s dual mandate includes both Saving Lives and Changing Lives: Providing life-saving assistance in emergencies to meet immediate food and nutrition needs and supporting communities to build resilience in the long-term by addressing the root causes of hunger.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:

With reference to the upcoming 2026-2029 Country Strategic Plan (CSP) Strategic Outcome 2, Targeted populations in Iraq have more resilient livelihoods and benefit from improved food systems by 2029 WFP is currently engaged in designing and implementing innovative programmes in a participatory and inclusive manner to support the targeted beneficiaries and communities within vulnerable governorates in Iraq. Within this strategic outcome, climate adaptation, Climate information services (Early warning & anticipatory action planning ) and value chain support have been identified as key factors for building resilient livelihoods and sustainable food security. Within the new CSP, the PPO Resilience is called to support WFP programme efforts to upscale successful resilience interventions focused on the enhancing climate adaptation and strengthening community food systems. With particular focus on groups mostly exposed to vulnerabilities the PPO will support inclusive and gender transformative interventions through a comprehensive and partipative approach. The PPO will suppor WFP Iraq programme to align with national priorities under the UN Sustainable Coordination Framework 2025-2029 supporting WFP coordination with govenrment institutions and national stakeholders to unlock regional and international financing mechanisms to advance its Resilience agenda.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of SO2 Outcome Manager, WFP Iraq is seeking a qualified programme policy officer to support its implementation of climate resilient interventions within targeted governorates in the country. Such activities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing technical support on ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) interventions grounded in climate risk analytics.
• Enhance national institutional capacity to use climate information services (CIS) for early action, climate risk management and adaptive planning.
• Strengthen design and implementation of anticipatory action systems informed by climate and hazard data.
• Facilitate engagement with Development finance institutions (DFIs) to mobilize, structure and report financing for climate resilience investments.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the development and operationalisation of anticipatory action frameworks, including hazard morning, forecast based triggers and early action protocols with national designated line ministries.
• Translation of climate, hydrological and agrometeorological data into decision making information for project level planning and implementation.
• Support integration of Early Warning for All (EW4ALL) pillars into operational programming
• Provide technical support to the design and implementation of EbA interventions including, watershed restoration, wetlands and phytoremediation systems, rangeland and soil restoration and afforestation, agroforestry and green infrastructure
• Support development of theories of change, cost benefit analysis and resilience metrics for EbA investments to ensure interventions are climate risk informed, economically viable and socially inclusive.
• Support in implementation and reporting with DFIs supported projects while also engaging on resource mobilization through presenting innovative investment cases.
• Policy, institutional capacity and coordination with government, sub-national and research counterparts on climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction and climate finance readiness.
• Provide project management and guidance, liaising with other teams and to provide cross-functional support.
• Coordinate and oversee the implementation of WFP-supported programme in collaboration with the relevant line ministries and coordination partners.
• Provide technical guidance and quality assurance on the delivery of training programmes, ensuring adherence to WFP standards and best practices.
• Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance and monitoring the management of risks.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of activity the outcomes on the beneficiaries’ livelihoods and food security.
• Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely narratives on programs and activities and consistently presenting information to WFP management and the stakeholders.
• Facilitate linkages between the supported and beneficiaries with the private sector opportunities, civil society, and other stakeholders to support sustainable livelihoods
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

First Level (Bachelor) or Advanced University Degree (Master) in Natural Resource management, Environmental science, Development studies, Environmental Engineering , Project Management, Social Sciences or similar fields.

Experience:

At least 3 years of relevant experience (for advanced degree holders, and 5 years for bachelor holders) in development work in supervisory roles with a focus on implementation and coordination, preferably with specialized experience in capacity development projects

Languages:

Fluency (level C) in English language and Arabic. Knowledge of Kurdish or a second official UN language is desirable.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Has deepened technical knowledge and practical experience in agro-ecology programmes.
• Experience working with climate adaptation and mitigation initiatives.
• Has worked extensively in tasks that involved relationship building and community engagement, including with government partners.

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Baghdad or Erbil (Iraq CO) ( with frequent field missions to targeted Governorates)

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

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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 global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org 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.

• 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.