Programme Associate - Field Coordination (G6) at World Food Programme

Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Security, Nutrition, Social Protection, Livelihood, Disaster Management, Capacity Building, Operational Support, Team Coordination, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, Collaboration, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Problem Solving, Communication, Judgment

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 7 December 2025-23:59-GMT+05:30 India Standard Time (Colombo) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok. WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT: Job holder reports to the Programme Policy Officer of the country office. At this level, job holder is expected to demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to various queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen operational problems on a daily basis. Job holders are expected to manage resources and coach and coordinate support WFP field staff at field locations JOB PURPOSE: To provide effective coordination and operational support to WFP programme activities at field locations through close collaboration with WFP field staff. Coordinate and liaise with different units at the country office to ensure effective national and field level coordination to enhance operational efficiencies in the field. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive): Provide effective coordination support to WFP field staff to ensure the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team covering all WFP supported projects in the field Convene a regular field coordination meeting Engage in capacity building of the WFP field staff. Laise with different units at the country office, related to daily operational issues of field to ensure timely solutions to prevent losses or delays. Support field staff with their proactive work planning to position them to effectively support all WFP projected rolled out in the field. Support field team to ensure that allocated resources are used efficiently and timely and are in line with agreed plans, and any deviations are reported to the Area/Country Office. Ensure timely monitoring and evaluation of activities in the field. Prepare accurate and comprehensive reports on WFP’s field activities and performance with regular and timely submissions. Support field teams to build effective and collaborative relations with the local authorities as well as regular meetings with local authorities with the scope of smooth timely implementation of WFP supported activities. Support field teams to build up effective collaboration with international and local NGOs, UN agencies, civil societies, beneficiaries and other partners engaged in the field of food security at their field locations. Support field level planning to host high level WFP, donor and other WFP supported stakeholder field missions. Ensure extensive and frequent presence at project areas, distribution sites and centers. Other as required by the operation QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area. A first university degree in a relevant areas is an additional asset. Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in food, nutrition, social protection, livelihood and disaster management thematic areas facing the field implementation aspect. Knowledge and Skills: Working knowledge on WFP or any other UN agency particularly in the areas of food, nutrition, livelihood, social protection and disaster management focusing on field will be an asset. Language: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different. Position Title: Programmme Associate - Field Coordination Contract Type: Fixed Term (G6) Contract Duration: 01 Year Duty Station: Colombo, Sri Lanka Nationality: Sri Lankans only Date of Publication: 23.11.2025 Deadline of Application: 07.01.2025 This vacancy announcement is for Sri Lankan Nationals only. WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org NO FEE DISCLAIMER The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. 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Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application Only shortlisted candidates will be notified All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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Find out more here. Our greatest strength is the people working around the world providing access to nutritious food and promoting lasting solutions to those we serve. WFP provides its staff with meaningful and impactful careers, continuous learning and training, and a multicultural and stimulating work environment. WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status, physical or mental disability. The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. Read more about WFP’s history here, and WFP’s mission here Want to hear what it’s like working for WFP? Check out our newsletter highlighting the career stories of our passionate staff here: Pathway to WFP | LinkedIn Integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, inclusion. These values inspire everything we do every day, allowing us to work towards a world with zero hunger. You can read more about the values here. Our behaviour guides us in how we accomplish our mission. All WFP employees are expected to demonstrate the standards of behaviour described in the WFP Leadership Framework. Learn more about the WFP Leadership Framework here. 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Responsibilities

The Programme Associate will provide effective coordination and operational support to WFP programme activities at field locations, ensuring collaboration with field staff and various units at the country office. Responsibilities include convening meetings, capacity building, and ensuring efficient resource use.