Programme Manager
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Gaza
Palestine
December 7, 2025
Full-timeDecember 7, 2025
World Food Programme (WFP) About
Founded in 1961 and assisting 80 million people in around 80 countries each year, the World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization fighting hunger worldwide, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience.
WFP’s efforts focus on emergency assistance, relief and rehabilitation, development aid and special operations. Two-thirds of its work is in conflict-affected countries where people are three times more likely to be undernourished than those living in countries without conflict.
In emergencies, WFP is often first on the scene, providing food assistance to the victims of war, civil conflict, drought, floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, crop failures and natural disasters. When the emergency subsides, WFP helps communities rebuild shattered lives and livelihoods. WFP also works to strengthen the resilience of people and communities affected by protracted crises by applying a development lens in its humanitarian response.
WFP is the largest humanitarian organisation implementing school feeding programmes worldwide and has been doing so for over 50 years. Each year, WFP provides school meals to between 20 and 25 million children across 63 countries, often in the hardest-to-reach areas.
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, employing a diverse workforce dedicated to humanitarian efforts. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging candidates from various backgrounds to apply. WFP is also a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, recognized for its commitment to alleviating hunger and promoting security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security worldwide. The organization invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. WFP's mission is centered around the values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, which guide its operations and interactions with partners and communities.
Job Overview:
The Programme Assistant position at WFP is designed for individuals who will support the implementation of programmatic activities within the WFP Palestine Gaza Area Office. The role involves a range of specialized and standardized processes that require some interpretation of guidelines and practices. The Programme Assistant will be responsible for recommending actions to staff at various levels and providing guidance on standard practices. This position requires the ability to perform basic analyses and compile reports to ensure information consistency and facilitate the smooth implementation of programs and projects. The Programme Assistant will play a crucial role in delivering assistance packages effectively in Gaza, contributing to the overall mission of WFP to provide humanitarian aid and support to vulnerable populations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Assistant will perform a variety of specialized and standardized processes within their technical area of work, ensuring alignment with broader program policies and guidelines. Key responsibilities include providing project management and general office support, compiling data, and preparing reports related to food assistance needs, resource utilization, and program performance. The role requires accurate and timely recording of data, supporting effective collaboration with internal counterparts, and maintaining communication with local partners, NGOs, and government institutions. The Programme Assistant will act as a point of contact for resolving operational queries and will follow emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP can respond quickly to needs. Coordination with internal teams and partners is essential to ensure the timely delivery of programmatic objectives, and the Programme Assistant may be required to perform additional tasks as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed secondary school education, with a post-secondary certificate in relevant fields such as International Affairs, Law, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Policy, Management, or project management being desirable. The position requires five or more years of progressively responsible work experience in program implementation, demonstrating technical knowledge in market-based interventions and private sector engagement. Proficiency in office equipment and software, particularly Microsoft Word, is essential, along with the ability to work independently and complete processes with minimal supervision. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, tact, and the ability to identify and rectify data discrepancies, as well as the capability to provide guidance to junior staff.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Programme Assistant position includes the completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in fields relevant to international development or humanitarian assistance is highly desirable. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of program implementation and the various factors that influence humanitarian efforts in the region.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of program implementation. This experience should include demonstrated technical knowledge in areas such as market-based interventions and private sector engagement, which are critical for the effective execution of WFP's programs in Gaza. Candidates should have a proven track record of working in similar roles, showcasing their ability to manage projects and contribute to the successful delivery of humanitarian assistance.
Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Candidates must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in these languages to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and ensure the accurate dissemination of information. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.
Additional Notes:
The Programme Assistant position is a Service Contract (SC) at Grade Level 5, with a duty station in Gaza, Palestine. The contract duration is for 12 months, and the position is specifically open to Palestinian nationals residing in Gaza. The remuneration for this role is based on the SC salary scale, with health coverage provided under CIGNA, and social insurance contributions of 8.33% added to the net base salary. The contract may be renewed subject to WFP's needs, staff performance, and availability of funds. Employees are entitled to 2.5 days of annual leave and 2 days of sick leave per month. It is important to note that remuneration under the SC is subject to national or local taxation, and medical clearance is required for employment. Candidates must ensure their applications are complete and accurate, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, employing a diverse workforce dedicated to humanitarian efforts. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging candidates from various backgrounds to apply. WFP is also a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, recognized for its commitment to alleviating hunger and promoting security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security worldwide. The organization invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. WFP's mission is centered around the values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, which guide its operations and interactions with partners and communities.
Job Overview:
The Programme Assistant position at WFP is designed for individuals who will support the implementation of programmatic activities within the WFP Palestine Gaza Area Office. The role involves a range of specialized and standardized processes that require some interpretation of guidelines and practices. The Programme Assistant will be responsible for recommending actions to staff at various levels and providing guidance on standard practices. This position requires the ability to perform basic analyses and compile reports to ensure information consistency and facilitate the smooth implementation of programs and projects. The Programme Assistant will play a crucial role in delivering assistance packages effectively in Gaza, contributing to the overall mission of WFP to provide humanitarian aid and support to vulnerable populations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Assistant will perform a variety of specialized and standardized processes within their technical area of work, ensuring alignment with broader program policies and guidelines. Key responsibilities include providing project management and general office support, compiling data, and preparing reports related to food assistance needs, resource utilization, and program performance. The role requires accurate and timely recording of data, supporting effective collaboration with internal counterparts, and maintaining communication with local partners, NGOs, and government institutions. The Programme Assistant will act as a point of contact for resolving operational queries and will follow emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP can respond quickly to needs. Coordination with internal teams and partners is essential to ensure the timely delivery of programmatic objectives, and the Programme Assistant may be required to perform additional tasks as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed secondary school education, with a post-secondary certificate in relevant fields such as International Affairs, Law, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Policy, Management, or project management being desirable. The position requires five or more years of progressively responsible work experience in program implementation, demonstrating technical knowledge in market-based interventions and private sector engagement. Proficiency in office equipment and software, particularly Microsoft Word, is essential, along with the ability to work independently and complete processes with minimal supervision. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, tact, and the ability to identify and rectify data discrepancies, as well as the capability to provide guidance to junior staff.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Programme Assistant position includes the completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in fields relevant to international development or humanitarian assistance is highly desirable. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of program implementation and the various factors that influence humanitarian efforts in the region.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of program implementation. This experience should include demonstrated technical knowledge in areas such as market-based interventions and private sector engagement, which are critical for the effective execution of WFP's programs in Gaza. Candidates should have a proven track record of working in similar roles, showcasing their ability to manage projects and contribute to the successful delivery of humanitarian assistance.
Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Candidates must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in these languages to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and ensure the accurate dissemination of information. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.
Additional Notes:
The Programme Assistant position is a Service Contract (SC) at Grade Level 5, with a duty station in Gaza, Palestine. The contract duration is for 12 months, and the position is specifically open to Palestinian nationals residing in Gaza. The remuneration for this role is based on the SC salary scale, with health coverage provided under CIGNA, and social insurance contributions of 8.33% added to the net base salary. The contract may be renewed subject to WFP's needs, staff performance, and availability of funds. Employees are entitled to 2.5 days of annual leave and 2 days of sick leave per month. It is important to note that remuneration under the SC is subject to national or local taxation, and medical clearance is required for employment. Candidates must ensure their applications are complete and accurate, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
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