Partnerships Officer

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 work tirelessly to ensure effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people globally. WFP is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The organization has received numerous accolades, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, recognizing its efforts in combating hunger and promoting security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security worldwide. WFP's mission is to achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes, focusing on the most vulnerable populations, particularly women and children, to ensure they have access to nutritious food.

Job Overview:
The Partnerships Officer position is crucial for supporting the Partnerships unit in engaging with donors and preparing necessary materials to facilitate these interactions. The role involves working under the direct supervision of a Partnerships Officer and the general supervision of the Head of Partnerships & OIM. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the implementation of the overall partnerships and resource mobilization strategy aligned with the WFP Ethiopia Country Strategic Plan. This includes identifying new funding opportunities, managing relationships with donors, and preparing funding proposals, concept notes, and reports in collaboration with relevant units within the Ethiopia country office. The position requires a proactive approach to enhance the partnerships portfolio, ensuring that partner conditions are met and that resources are maximized to support WFP’s mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of the Partnerships Officer include supporting the implementation of the partnerships and resource mobilization strategy in line with the WFP Ethiopia Country Strategic Plan. The officer will assist the Partnerships Officer in identifying new funding opportunities and managing relationships with relevant donors. Responsibilities also include preparing funding proposals, concept notes, and reports, coordinating with various units within the Ethiopia country office. The officer will contribute to partner profiling and outreach activities to maximize resources and leverage policy and technical support for WFP’s work. Additionally, the officer will draft briefs and talking points for senior management, gather data from diverse sources to support meetings with partners and donors, and assist with grant management, including monitoring end dates and requesting extensions.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess excellent writing and communication skills, particularly in proposal and report writing. They should have experience in partner management and resource mobilization, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and in stressful situations. Prior knowledge of WFP operations is considered an asset. The role requires fluency in both oral and written communication in English (Level C).

Educational Background:
The minimum educational requirement for this position is the completion of secondary school education. However, higher educational qualifications may be preferred depending on the candidate's experience and skills.

Experience:
Candidates should have five or more years of progressively responsible work experience in relevant fields. This experience should ideally include roles that involve partnerships, resource mobilization, and donor engagement, demonstrating a track record of successful collaboration and communication with various stakeholders.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, both in oral and written communication. Additional language skills may be considered an advantage but are not explicitly required for this position.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and applications are open until 31 May 202

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment, along with an attractive compensation package. The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Candidates are encouraged to ensure their profiles are accurate and complete, including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and all employment decisions are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications.