Chief Field Office
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Mexico
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 dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries and employs thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger. WFP's vision is to create a diverse, skilled, and high-performing workforce that embodies its values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. The organization is recognized for its efforts and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its work in combating hunger and promoting peace. WFP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
Job Overview:
The Management Services Assistant position is crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of various management procedures and activities within the WFP's operational framework in Mauritania. The role involves supporting the daily delivery of specialized services that prioritize the satisfaction of colleagues and the efficient use of resources. The assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Field Office in Bassikounou, collaborating closely with the Management Services Division team. The position requires a proactive approach to interpreting general guidelines and adapting them to the specific context of Mauritania, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service delivery. The assistant will also play a key role in data collection and analysis, contributing to effective resource management and reporting.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Management Services Assistant include, but are not limited to: performing tasks within the management services portfolio to support effective and high-quality service delivery; gathering data and preparing basic analyses to aid in resource management; processing routine actions related to procurement, finance, human resources, and other relevant areas; maintaining physical and digital records in accordance with established procedures to ensure quick access to data; serving as the first point of contact for internal inquiries, providing prompt and accurate responses to facilitate problem resolution; participating in and suggesting improvements to procedures and practices to support continuous service enhancement; utilizing digital tools and applications to improve work practices and service delivery; providing administrative support for inter-agency initiatives aimed at enhancing service quality and achieving cost savings; liaising with other functions and third-party contractors to ensure effective service delivery; offering guidance and direction to subordinate staff in their roles; and performing emergency preparedness and response tasks as directed by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a secondary school diploma, with a post-secondary certificate in a relevant functional area being desirable. A minimum of five years of experience in administrative work is required, demonstrating a solid understanding of regulations, policies, procedures, and systems related to management services within WFP. Experience in data collection and analysis related to management services, such as asset management, facilities, fleet, travel, or similar areas is essential. The candidate should have a proven track record of providing guidance and support to staff and working collaboratively with teams across various functional areas.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a secondary school diploma as a minimum qualification. A post-secondary certificate in a relevant field is preferred, indicating a higher level of education and specialization in management services or a related area.
Experience:
The position requires at least five years of relevant experience in administrative roles, with a focus on management services. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in understanding and applying WFP's regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as experience in data collection and analysis related to management services. Experience in providing support and guidance to staff and collaborating with teams across different functional areas is also necessary.
Languages:
Fluency in French (level C) is mandatory, and proficiency in another official UN language at an intermediate level (level B) may be required depending on the specific responsibilities of the role. This linguistic capability is essential for effective communication within the organization and with external partners.
Additional Notes:
This position is offered under a Service Contract (SC5) for a duration of 11 months. The role is based in Bassikounou, Mauritania, and involves working closely with the Head of the Field Office and the Management Services Division team. WFP emphasizes the importance of an inclusive work environment and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees for application or recruitment processes, and candidates are advised to be cautious when submitting personal information online.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries and employs thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger. WFP's vision is to create a diverse, skilled, and high-performing workforce that embodies its values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. The organization is recognized for its efforts and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its work in combating hunger and promoting peace. WFP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
Job Overview:
The Management Services Assistant position is crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of various management procedures and activities within the WFP's operational framework in Mauritania. The role involves supporting the daily delivery of specialized services that prioritize the satisfaction of colleagues and the efficient use of resources. The assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Field Office in Bassikounou, collaborating closely with the Management Services Division team. The position requires a proactive approach to interpreting general guidelines and adapting them to the specific context of Mauritania, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service delivery. The assistant will also play a key role in data collection and analysis, contributing to effective resource management and reporting.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Management Services Assistant include, but are not limited to: performing tasks within the management services portfolio to support effective and high-quality service delivery; gathering data and preparing basic analyses to aid in resource management; processing routine actions related to procurement, finance, human resources, and other relevant areas; maintaining physical and digital records in accordance with established procedures to ensure quick access to data; serving as the first point of contact for internal inquiries, providing prompt and accurate responses to facilitate problem resolution; participating in and suggesting improvements to procedures and practices to support continuous service enhancement; utilizing digital tools and applications to improve work practices and service delivery; providing administrative support for inter-agency initiatives aimed at enhancing service quality and achieving cost savings; liaising with other functions and third-party contractors to ensure effective service delivery; offering guidance and direction to subordinate staff in their roles; and performing emergency preparedness and response tasks as directed by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a secondary school diploma, with a post-secondary certificate in a relevant functional area being desirable. A minimum of five years of experience in administrative work is required, demonstrating a solid understanding of regulations, policies, procedures, and systems related to management services within WFP. Experience in data collection and analysis related to management services, such as asset management, facilities, fleet, travel, or similar areas is essential. The candidate should have a proven track record of providing guidance and support to staff and working collaboratively with teams across various functional areas.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a secondary school diploma as a minimum qualification. A post-secondary certificate in a relevant field is preferred, indicating a higher level of education and specialization in management services or a related area.
Experience:
The position requires at least five years of relevant experience in administrative roles, with a focus on management services. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in understanding and applying WFP's regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as experience in data collection and analysis related to management services. Experience in providing support and guidance to staff and collaborating with teams across different functional areas is also necessary.
Languages:
Fluency in French (level C) is mandatory, and proficiency in another official UN language at an intermediate level (level B) may be required depending on the specific responsibilities of the role. This linguistic capability is essential for effective communication within the organization and with external partners.
Additional Notes:
This position is offered under a Service Contract (SC5) for a duration of 11 months. The role is based in Bassikounou, Mauritania, and involves working closely with the Head of the Field Office and the Management Services Division team. WFP emphasizes the importance of an inclusive work environment and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees for application or recruitment processes, and candidates are advised to be cautious when submitting personal information online.
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