Food Security and Nutrition in Humanitarian Emergencies Programme Manager

World Food Programme (WFP)

WFP seeks a Programme Manager to lead food security and nutrition interventions in humanitarian emergencies across Sub-Saharan Africa. Responsibilities: designing and managing emergency food assistance and nutrition programmes; coordinating with UN agencies, NGOs, and governments; conducting food security assessments (IPC, SMART); managing budgets and donor grants; ensuring gender-sensitive and protection-mainstreamed programming; and leading rapid response teams. Requirements: Master's degree in Food Security, Nutrition, Public Health, or related field; 8+ years of experience in humanitarian food security and nutrition; knowledge of SPHERE and HAP standards; experience in emergency operations; strong leadership and coordination skills.

### Strategic Analysis In Sub-Saharan Africa, where conflict and climate shocks drive acute food insecurity, the WFP Programme Manager role is pivotal. This position demands expertise in IPC and SMART assessments to design emergency food assistance and nutrition programmes that save lives. The manager coordinates with UN agencies, NGOs, and governments to ensure a cohesive response, while managing budgets and donor grants. By mainstreaming gender sensitivity and protection, the role upholds humanitarian principles and accountability to affected populations. As emergencies become more complex, such leaders are critical for rapid, effective, and principled action, directly contributing to global goals like Zero Hunger. Their work exemplifies the nexus between emergency response and resilience building, making them indispensable in the humanitarian landscape.