Programme Policy Officer – Gender & Protection
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World Food Programme (WFP)
- Career category: Advocacy/ Policy, Programme/ Project design & management
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 0-2 years
- Organisation type: Inter-governmental
- Remote option: Not Specified
- Right to work requirements: Nationals-only contract
- Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 25/07/2026
- Location: Somalia
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.
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.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Education: Advanced University degree in International Affairs/Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other related field OR First University Degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses.
Experience: At least one (1) year of professional experience with Advanced University OR first University Degree with a minimum of three (3) or more years of relevant experience in humanitarian or development programming
Experience: At least one (1) year of professional experience with Advanced University OR first University Degree with a minimum of three (3) or more years of relevant experience in humanitarian or development programming
Language: Fluency (level C) in English and Somali Languages.
Other Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Knowledge of gender and protection in humanitarian and development settings, gender-based violence, humanitarian policy issues and linkages with food security and nutrition.
- Analytical skills, including gender and protection analysis.
- communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate through multiple mediums (e.g., policy, advocacy messaging, reporting, training)
- Knowledge and skills in adult learning
- Team spirit and excellent interpersonal relations.
This position is open to qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP Somalia offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.
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