Grants and M&E Manager – Emergency Food Security
World Food Programme (WFP)
Manage grants lifecycle and monitoring/evaluation for emergency food security projects. Diplomas in Strategic Grants Management, Strategic M&E, and Post Graduate Diploma in Food Security & Nutrition in Humanitarian Emergencies essential.
### Strategic Analysis
This role sits at the nexus of immediate humanitarian needs and long-term accountability. The Grants and M&E Manager for Emergency Food Security ensures that lifesaving food assistance is not only delivered efficiently but also measured for impact. In a world facing recurrent shocks—conflict, climate disasters, pandemics—WFP's ability to demonstrate results is critical to securing donor funding and scaling operations. This position bridges operational execution and strategic oversight: managing the grants lifecycle ensures compliance and resource optimization, while M&E provides the evidence base for adaptive management. The dual focus reflects a shift in humanitarianism toward outcome-driven programming. Professionals in this role must navigate complex stakeholder expectations, from beneficiaries to institutional donors, and translate data into actionable insights. As food insecurity surges globally, this role is a linchpin for effective, accountable emergency response.