Programme Associate (Fresh Food Voucher) | Addis Ababa

Programme Associate (Fresh Food Voucher), SC 6, Addis Ababa

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Deadline: 21 September 2025

Job Description

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.

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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).

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT:

This job is found in Country Offices (COs), the Job holder typically reports to a Nutrition Officer.

At this level, job holders are 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 staff.

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide effective specialized support and technical analyses to policy and programme activities within the nutrition programme’s cash-based transfer interventions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Managing the cash-based transfers (both cash and voucher) operational aspects for the nutrition programme, including for both treatment and prevention interventions.
Facilitate regular price assessment to inform the setting of the value of the cash-based transfers.
Based on prevailing prices, revise ration plans with the programme team.
Track available budgets and jointly with programme team work on the targeting and planning for project implementation.
Track available budget and ensure funds availability and facilitate the processing of the transfers
Organise and facilitate retailer assessments, onboarding, and capacity building of retailers with ongoing monitoring and support.
Contribute to the processes in the engaging of the financial service providers to support the cash-based transfers.
Prepare contingency plans for paper voucher utilisation and manual verification and financial statement preparation in cases of system failure.
Support with any troubleshooting
Monthly reconciliation of beneficiary numbers, cash/vouchers provided and incurred costs.
Provide regular trainings to partners and relevant staff at both SO and CO.
Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Completion of secondary school education, a BA degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or a related field is an added advantage.

Experience:

At least 6 years of professional work experience in a humanitarian organization, with expertise in market assessments, cash-based transfer programming, information technology, or M&E.

Knowledge & Skills:

Has worked with technical teams (i.e. nutrition, VAM, CBT etc.).
Has contributed to the implementation of programmes.
Has observed or assisted or contributed to policy discussions or familiarity with government policies on nutrition, social protection, and cash programming.
Knowledge of WFP work is desirable

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Amharic

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

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
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.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

21 September 2025-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Addis Ababa)