Food Security and Nutrition Programme Manager

World Food Programme (WFP)

WFP seeks a programme manager to lead food security and nutrition interventions in conflict-affected regions. Responsibilities include managing nutrition programmes, coordinating with government and NGO partners, and ensuring targeting criteria align with humanitarian standards. A Post Graduate Diploma in Food Security & Nutrition in Humanitarian Emergencies is required. The candidate should have experience in managing large-scale food distribution and emergency nutrition. Strong leadership and negotiation skills are essential.

### Strategic Analysis This role is pivotal in addressing acute hunger and malnutrition in conflict zones, where food systems are disrupted and vulnerable populations face extreme risk. The Programme Manager will lead interventions that not only save lives but also lay groundwork for resilience and recovery. By coordinating with governments and NGOs, the role ensures a unified humanitarian response, maximizing impact and minimizing duplication. In the context of global humanitarian trends, this position aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) and the Grand Bargain commitments for greater efficiency and local leadership. Managing large-scale food distribution requires strategic logistics, robust monitoring, and adaptive management to navigate dynamic conflict dynamics. The emphasis on nutrition underscores a shift towards integrated approaches that address immediate needs and long-term health outcomes. Ultimately, this role is critical in upholding the humanitarian imperative to leave no one behind, while also contributing to stability and peacebuilding in fragile settings.