Architect
World Food Programme (WFP)
Portsudan
Sudan
December 26, 2025
Full-timeDecember 26, 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 numerous countries around the globe, employing thousands of individuals who are committed to its mission. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. WFP has received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. The organization is committed to creating a healthy and inclusive work environment that reflects its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, providing opportunities for career advancement across its global offices.
Job Overview:
The Architect position at WFP involves providing architectural and engineering expertise to ensure efficient design, delivery, and quality outputs in various projects. The role requires conducting site assessments and feasibility studies, developing architectural concepts, schematic designs, and detailed drawings, as well as preparing technical specifications and tender documents. The Architect will coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with local building codes and environmental standards. This position is crucial for monitoring construction progress, providing technical supervision, and reviewing shop drawings and material submittals. The Architect will also participate in project meetings and provide regular updates to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Architect include: conducting site assessments and feasibility studies; developing architectural concepts, schematic designs, and detailed drawings; preparing technical specifications and tender documents; coordinating with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders; ensuring compliance with local building codes, regulations, and environmental standards; monitoring construction progress and providing technical supervision; reviewing and approving shop drawings and material submittals; providing input on cost estimates and value engineering; participating in project meetings and providing regular updates; and performing other duties as required by the supervisor. The Architect is expected to apply established norms, standards, and regulations while providing expertise in making determinations and recommendations across a range of daily activities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in architecture and have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in architectural design and construction supervision. They should hold or be eligible for accreditation as a ‘Professional Engineer’ or ‘Chartered Engineer’ status or a recognized equivalent. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp is essential, along with knowledge of local building codes and international standards. Strong communication and coordination skills are also required to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
Educational Background:
The minimum educational requirement for this position is a first university degree in Architecture or a related engineering discipline. Candidates should also hold or be eligible for accreditation as a ‘Professional Engineer’ or ‘Chartered Engineer’ status or a recognized equivalent by an appropriate national or international regulatory authority. This educational background is crucial for ensuring that the Architect has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform their duties effectively.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in architectural design and construction supervision. This experience should include working effectively under supervision on a variety of design and construction projects, taking responsibility for assigned work elements. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of engineering principles and practices, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios.
Languages:
Fluency in English at an international professional level (level C) is mandatory. Additionally, candidates should have intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language, which may include Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, or Portuguese. For national professionals, fluency in the duty station's language is also required if it differs from English.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Port Sudan and is subject to the overall normative and technical direction by the Chief Engineer of WFP Engineering. The job holder will operate under the direct supervision of a more senior and experienced Engineer. The role is full-time and may involve working in various country, regional, and global offices. WFP offers an attractive compensation package and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications.
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 numerous countries around the globe, employing thousands of individuals who are committed to its mission. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. WFP has received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. The organization is committed to creating a healthy and inclusive work environment that reflects its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, providing opportunities for career advancement across its global offices.
Job Overview:
The Architect position at WFP involves providing architectural and engineering expertise to ensure efficient design, delivery, and quality outputs in various projects. The role requires conducting site assessments and feasibility studies, developing architectural concepts, schematic designs, and detailed drawings, as well as preparing technical specifications and tender documents. The Architect will coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with local building codes and environmental standards. This position is crucial for monitoring construction progress, providing technical supervision, and reviewing shop drawings and material submittals. The Architect will also participate in project meetings and provide regular updates to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Architect include: conducting site assessments and feasibility studies; developing architectural concepts, schematic designs, and detailed drawings; preparing technical specifications and tender documents; coordinating with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders; ensuring compliance with local building codes, regulations, and environmental standards; monitoring construction progress and providing technical supervision; reviewing and approving shop drawings and material submittals; providing input on cost estimates and value engineering; participating in project meetings and providing regular updates; and performing other duties as required by the supervisor. The Architect is expected to apply established norms, standards, and regulations while providing expertise in making determinations and recommendations across a range of daily activities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in architecture and have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in architectural design and construction supervision. They should hold or be eligible for accreditation as a ‘Professional Engineer’ or ‘Chartered Engineer’ status or a recognized equivalent. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp is essential, along with knowledge of local building codes and international standards. Strong communication and coordination skills are also required to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
Educational Background:
The minimum educational requirement for this position is a first university degree in Architecture or a related engineering discipline. Candidates should also hold or be eligible for accreditation as a ‘Professional Engineer’ or ‘Chartered Engineer’ status or a recognized equivalent by an appropriate national or international regulatory authority. This educational background is crucial for ensuring that the Architect has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform their duties effectively.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in architectural design and construction supervision. This experience should include working effectively under supervision on a variety of design and construction projects, taking responsibility for assigned work elements. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of engineering principles and practices, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios.
Languages:
Fluency in English at an international professional level (level C) is mandatory. Additionally, candidates should have intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language, which may include Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, or Portuguese. For national professionals, fluency in the duty station's language is also required if it differs from English.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Port Sudan and is subject to the overall normative and technical direction by the Chief Engineer of WFP Engineering. The job holder will operate under the direct supervision of a more senior and experienced Engineer. The role is full-time and may involve working in various country, regional, and global offices. WFP offers an attractive compensation package and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications.
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