Programme Associate for Market Access
World Food Programme (WFP)
Dodoma
Tanzania
January 6, 2026
Full-timeJanuary 6, 2026
Programme Associate for Market Access
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, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger and improving security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security globally. WFP's core values include Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, which guide its operations and interactions with partners and beneficiaries. The organization has received numerous accolades for its work, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. WFP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions within the organization.
Job Overview:
The Programme Associate for Market Access will play a crucial role in supporting the World Food Programme's Country Strategic Plan (CSP) in Tanzania, which aims to enhance economic growth and food security for the population. This position is integral to achieving the objectives of Activity 5 under Strategic Outcome 3, which focuses on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers through enhanced market access, post-harvest handling, and agricultural development. The Programme Associate will work closely with various stakeholders, including local government authorities, NGOs, and private sector actors, to implement programs that create job opportunities and improve access to markets for youth and women. The role requires a proactive approach to program delivery, ensuring that interventions are effectively designed and executed to meet the needs of smallholder farmers and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices. The position will involve travel to different regions in Tanzania to oversee project implementation and ensure alignment with WFP's strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Associate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including: providing technical support to implementing partners and stakeholders; designing and coordinating market-based methodologies to improve productivity and market access for smallholder farmers; troubleshooting and identifying gaps in project implementation; acting as a liaison with local partners and government institutions; contributing to the training of technical staff on project methodologies; integrating gender sensitivity into all activities; assessing and analyzing the profiles of target farmer organizations; coordinating farmer training on good agronomic practices; supporting the development of training modules on business development for agribusinesses; ensuring timely and quality delivery of project activities; and providing guidance to enhance services for farmers. The role also includes monitoring project progress, resolving operational queries, and performing any other tasks as required by the activity and strategic outcome managers.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a University Degree in disciplines such as Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or Agricultural Extension from a recognized institution. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to engage with external stakeholders, and a good understanding of food security policies and agricultural frameworks in Tanzania. The role requires proficiency in project management and the ability to design and implement effective agricultural programs that align with WFP's mission.
Educational Background:
A University Degree in one or more of the following fields is required: Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or Agricultural Extension. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of agricultural systems and market dynamics, which are critical for the successful execution of the Programme Associate's responsibilities.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in a comparable position within the public service, private sector, or an international organization. This experience should include direct involvement in agricultural development projects, market access initiatives, or food security programs, demonstrating the ability to manage and implement projects effectively.
Languages:
Fluency in both written and oral communication in English and Swahili is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries, ensuring that project objectives are clearly articulated and understood.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Dodoma, Tanzania, with travel required to other regions for project implementation. The role is full-time and involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including local and international organizations. WFP offers an attractive compensation package, and the organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background, as WFP values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.
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, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger and improving security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security globally. WFP's core values include Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, which guide its operations and interactions with partners and beneficiaries. The organization has received numerous accolades for its work, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. WFP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions within the organization.
Job Overview:
The Programme Associate for Market Access will play a crucial role in supporting the World Food Programme's Country Strategic Plan (CSP) in Tanzania, which aims to enhance economic growth and food security for the population. This position is integral to achieving the objectives of Activity 5 under Strategic Outcome 3, which focuses on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers through enhanced market access, post-harvest handling, and agricultural development. The Programme Associate will work closely with various stakeholders, including local government authorities, NGOs, and private sector actors, to implement programs that create job opportunities and improve access to markets for youth and women. The role requires a proactive approach to program delivery, ensuring that interventions are effectively designed and executed to meet the needs of smallholder farmers and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices. The position will involve travel to different regions in Tanzania to oversee project implementation and ensure alignment with WFP's strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Associate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including: providing technical support to implementing partners and stakeholders; designing and coordinating market-based methodologies to improve productivity and market access for smallholder farmers; troubleshooting and identifying gaps in project implementation; acting as a liaison with local partners and government institutions; contributing to the training of technical staff on project methodologies; integrating gender sensitivity into all activities; assessing and analyzing the profiles of target farmer organizations; coordinating farmer training on good agronomic practices; supporting the development of training modules on business development for agribusinesses; ensuring timely and quality delivery of project activities; and providing guidance to enhance services for farmers. The role also includes monitoring project progress, resolving operational queries, and performing any other tasks as required by the activity and strategic outcome managers.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a University Degree in disciplines such as Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or Agricultural Extension from a recognized institution. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to engage with external stakeholders, and a good understanding of food security policies and agricultural frameworks in Tanzania. The role requires proficiency in project management and the ability to design and implement effective agricultural programs that align with WFP's mission.
Educational Background:
A University Degree in one or more of the following fields is required: Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or Agricultural Extension. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of agricultural systems and market dynamics, which are critical for the successful execution of the Programme Associate's responsibilities.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in a comparable position within the public service, private sector, or an international organization. This experience should include direct involvement in agricultural development projects, market access initiatives, or food security programs, demonstrating the ability to manage and implement projects effectively.
Languages:
Fluency in both written and oral communication in English and Swahili is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries, ensuring that project objectives are clearly articulated and understood.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Dodoma, Tanzania, with travel required to other regions for project implementation. The role is full-time and involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including local and international organizations. WFP offers an attractive compensation package, and the organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background, as WFP values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.
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