Environmental Health and Safety Manager

World Food Programme

Develop and enforce environmental health and safety standards in field operations. Conduct risk assessments and training. Requirements: Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety Management; 7+ years experience in EHS; knowledge of international safety standards.

### Strategic Analysis The Environmental Health and Safety Manager role at the World Food Programme is a linchpin for operational integrity in complex humanitarian settings. In conflict zones and disaster areas, EHS risks multiply—from chemical hazards to structural dangers—threatening both staff and beneficiaries. This manager ensures that life-saving food delivery doesn’t come at the cost of safety, embedding a culture of prevention and compliance. By enforcing international standards (e.g., ISO 45001) and conducting field-based risk assessments, they reduce accidents, improve response continuity, and protect organizational reputation. As climate change intensifies disasters, robust EHS frameworks become non-negotiable for humanitarian agencies. This role bridges operational efficiency and duty of care, making it critical for sustainable aid delivery.