Programme Policy Officer – Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF)
World Food Programme (WFP)
Brazzaville
Congo
June 25, 2025
Full-timeJune 25, 2025
Programme Policy Officer – Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF)
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 nutrition. WFP's vision is to create a future where every person has access to the food they need to live a healthy and active life. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees are treated fairly and equitably, regardless of their background or identity. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its work in combating hunger and promoting peace. The organization is dedicated to fostering a healthy work environment that aligns with its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. To learn more about WFP, visit their official website and follow them on various social media platforms for updates and news.
Job Overview:
The Programme Policy Officer for Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF) will play a crucial role in the implementation and management of WFP’s national school feeding programme in the Republic of Congo. This position is integral to the broader strategy of enhancing resilience among school-age children by providing nutritious meals sourced from local food systems. The officer will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the HGSF component, ensuring that it aligns with WFP’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP) and national school feeding strategies. The role requires a deep understanding of HGSF design and implementation, as well as the ability to manage partnerships with government entities, local authorities, and community stakeholders. The officer will also contribute to the institutionalization of HGSF within national frameworks, promoting sustainability and socio-economic development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to improve the lives of children and support local food systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Policy Officer will be responsible for leading the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of all Home-Grown School Feeding activities. Key responsibilities include coordinating the roll-out of HGSF in newly targeted departments, strengthening partnerships with government entities and local organizations, developing tools to enhance meal quality and safety, and facilitating synergies with other programmatic pillars such as nutrition and social protection. The officer will act as the main liaison with HGSF partners, contribute to funding proposals and donor reports, and represent WFP in relevant technical working groups. Additionally, the officer will provide coaching and technical support to junior staff, identify programmatic challenges, and ensure that gender, protection, and inclusion are mainstreamed across all activities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in fields such as Agriculture, Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Affairs, Public Policy, Nutrition, or other relevant areas. The position requires strong technical knowledge of school feeding programs, particularly home-grown models, and familiarity with supply chain processes and local procurement. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with proven project management and coordination abilities. The ability to work effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments is crucial for success in this role.
Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in relevant fields is required for this position. This educational background should provide a solid foundation in areas pertinent to international development assistance, particularly in relation to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and nutrition. Candidates with degrees in Agriculture, Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Affairs, Public Policy, or Nutrition will be particularly well-suited for this role.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least 6–8 years of progressively responsible experience in designing, managing, and implementing school feeding or food security programs, with a specific focus on home-grown or community-based models. Experience working with smallholder farmers, local procurement, or food systems is highly desirable. The role demands a strong understanding of the operational aspects of school feeding programs and the ability to navigate complex partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, and a working knowledge of English is required. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including government entities, local organizations, and international partners.
Additional Notes:
The position is a CST II contract type with an initial duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The role is based in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, and involves collaboration with various local and international partners. WFP offers an attractive compensation package, and the organization is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background, and WFP emphasizes the importance of reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
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 nutrition. WFP's vision is to create a future where every person has access to the food they need to live a healthy and active life. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees are treated fairly and equitably, regardless of their background or identity. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its work in combating hunger and promoting peace. The organization is dedicated to fostering a healthy work environment that aligns with its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. To learn more about WFP, visit their official website and follow them on various social media platforms for updates and news.
Job Overview:
The Programme Policy Officer for Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF) will play a crucial role in the implementation and management of WFP’s national school feeding programme in the Republic of Congo. This position is integral to the broader strategy of enhancing resilience among school-age children by providing nutritious meals sourced from local food systems. The officer will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the HGSF component, ensuring that it aligns with WFP’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP) and national school feeding strategies. The role requires a deep understanding of HGSF design and implementation, as well as the ability to manage partnerships with government entities, local authorities, and community stakeholders. The officer will also contribute to the institutionalization of HGSF within national frameworks, promoting sustainability and socio-economic development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to improve the lives of children and support local food systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Policy Officer will be responsible for leading the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of all Home-Grown School Feeding activities. Key responsibilities include coordinating the roll-out of HGSF in newly targeted departments, strengthening partnerships with government entities and local organizations, developing tools to enhance meal quality and safety, and facilitating synergies with other programmatic pillars such as nutrition and social protection. The officer will act as the main liaison with HGSF partners, contribute to funding proposals and donor reports, and represent WFP in relevant technical working groups. Additionally, the officer will provide coaching and technical support to junior staff, identify programmatic challenges, and ensure that gender, protection, and inclusion are mainstreamed across all activities.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in fields such as Agriculture, Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Affairs, Public Policy, Nutrition, or other relevant areas. The position requires strong technical knowledge of school feeding programs, particularly home-grown models, and familiarity with supply chain processes and local procurement. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with proven project management and coordination abilities. The ability to work effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments is crucial for success in this role.
Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in relevant fields is required for this position. This educational background should provide a solid foundation in areas pertinent to international development assistance, particularly in relation to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and nutrition. Candidates with degrees in Agriculture, Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Affairs, Public Policy, or Nutrition will be particularly well-suited for this role.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least 6–8 years of progressively responsible experience in designing, managing, and implementing school feeding or food security programs, with a specific focus on home-grown or community-based models. Experience working with smallholder farmers, local procurement, or food systems is highly desirable. The role demands a strong understanding of the operational aspects of school feeding programs and the ability to navigate complex partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, and a working knowledge of English is required. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including government entities, local organizations, and international partners.
Additional Notes:
The position is a CST II contract type with an initial duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The role is based in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, and involves collaboration with various local and international partners. WFP offers an attractive compensation package, and the organization is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background, and WFP emphasizes the importance of reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
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