WFP Programme Policy Officer Job Vacancy in Ethiopia 2026
Apply Now WFP Programme Policy Officer Job Vacancy in Ethiopia 2026 – WFP is inviting qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Programme Policy Officer. This vacancy is open for applicants who meet the required qualifications and experience. Interested job seekers are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is an international organization within the United Nations (UN) that provides food assistance worldwide. It is the world’s largest humanitarian organization and the leading provider of school meals. Founded in 1961, WFP is headquartered in Rome and has offices in 87 countries.
WFP Programme Policy Officer Job Vacancy
- Job Title: Programme Policy Officer (Refugees Transition & Self Reliance)
- Organization: World Food Programme (WFP)
- Type of Contract: FT/NOA
- Unit Division: Programme
- Duration: 1 Year
- Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Application Deadline: January 02, 2026
- Official Website: www.wfp.org
Job Purpose
In line with this approach, WFP Ethiopia intends to recruit a Programme Policy Officer – Refugee Transitions and Self-Reliance, who will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing WFP’s contribution to refugee solutions. The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Strategic Leadership: Drive WFP Ethiopia’s refugee self-reliance portfolio, providing both strategic direction and technical oversight to ensure effective implementation of the self-reliance model.
- Joint Strategic Dialogue: Lead WFP’s engagement with UNHCR on sustainable refugee solutions, including evidence-based analysis, advocacy, policy dialogue, referrals, and evaluations.
- Partnership Development: Build and strengthen alliances with the Government of Ethiopia, private sector actors, national partners, and international organizations to expand economic opportunities and foster social inclusion for refugees.
- Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment: Design and support integrated livelihood packages aimed at enhancing employment prospects, income-generating activities, and market access for refugee and host communities.
- Implementation of Mekatet Roadmap: Spearhead WFP’s support activities under the Mekatet framework, ensuring coherence, scalability, and measurable impact across interventions.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
- Advanced university degree in Economics, International Affairs, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other fields relevant to international development assistance, or first university degree with additional years of related Work Experience:
Experience:
- At least (1) year of postgraduate professional experience in livelihoods, employment, development projects, start-ups, or related areas.
- Demonstrated experience in formulating and operationalizing long-term strategies and managing change processes.
- Proven technical knowledge and hands-on experience in Livelihood Programming, Job Placement Activities, or Development Programs, or equivalent strong project management experience in the private sector
Technical Expertise:
- Extensive knowledge of livelihoods sector, development actors, and the start-up ecosystem in Ethiopia, particularly within refugee contexts, is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of labour market dynamics, economic empowerment approaches, and resilience-building strategies.
Language:
- Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume to https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/en-US before January 02, 2026. For more details Click Here.
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