DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

9 August 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

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WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT In April 2026, the Security Information Analysis Unit (SECIA) initiated a transformation pathway which fundamentally changed ways of working, reporting lines and expected outputs. Under the new twotier operating model, all Security Information Analysts now report directly to the Head of Security Information Analysis and contribute to globally managed workstreams and priorities.

The Volunteer

Assistant will support SECIA in accompanying this transformation process by helping strengthen coordination, product development, knowledge management and team management arrangements across the unit. The assignment will provide practical exposure to organizational transformation, analytical product development, information management and the application of digital tools within an international humanitarian organization.

DUTY AND RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of the Global Head of Analysis, the WFP Volunteer will:

Support the review and refinement of analytical outputs produced across SECIA, helping to align individual products and deliverables with divisional priorities, unit workplans and agree standards.





Assist with the implementation of unit-level transformation initiatives by tracking actions, supporting coordination efforts and helping maintain documentation related to new ways of working.

Support the development and application of a consistent corporate "look and feel" across analytical products, presentations, briefing materials and other outputs produced by the Security Information Analysis Unit.

Provide administrative support to team management activities, including maintaining unit calendars, tracking key meetings and supporting internal coordination processes.

Maintain visibility of expertise hubs, thematic workstreams and areas of specialist knowledge within the unit, helping identify potential opportunities for collaboration and cross-team engagement.

Support the exploration and application of AI-enabled tools and other digital solutions in collaboration with the Business Transformation Unit to improve workflows, efficiency and product development.

Assist with the organization and maintenance of reference materials, guidance documents and other internal resources that support the work of SECIA.

Contribute to the preparation of presentations, briefing materials and internal communications related to ongoing unit activities and transformation initiatives.

Attend team meetings where appropriate and assist with note-taking, action tracking and ollow-up of agreed activities.

Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES By the end of the assignment, the WFP Volunteer will have:

Contributed to the implementation of SECIA transformation initiatives.

Supported improved coordination and visibility across global analytical workstreams.

Assisted in the development of a more consistent presentation and branding approach for SECIA analytical products.

Supported the integration of digital and AI-enabled solutions within selected unit activities.

Gained practical experience in organizational transformation, information management, product development and team coordination within an international humanitarian environment.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education: Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a university programme in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies, Intelligence Analysis, Data Analysis, Geography, Humanitarian Affairs, Journalism or a related field.

Experience

Previous academic or practical experience conducting research, information gathering, reporting or analytical work is desirable.

Experience working with spreadsheets, presentations and document preparation tools is an asset.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong organizational and coordination skills.

Good written communication and drafting skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to organize information and manage multiple activities simultaneously.





Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Interest in organizational transformation, innovation and digital solutions.

Languages: Be fluent in English (level C) in required. Fluency in other WFP official and working languages is an asset.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: [email protected]

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

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At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

📌 WFP Volunteer - Rune Van Haesevelde (Roma)
🏢 World Food Programme
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