DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

3 September 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

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).

JOB TITLE: WFP Volunteer TYPE OF CONTRACT: Voluntary Assignment

UNIT/DIVISION: SCDIL/Logistics and Telecommunication Cluster/WREC

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Rome

WORKING ARRANGEMENT (in person/remote): Remote

SUPERVISOR: Katherine Ely

DURATION: 6 Months

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT The Waste management and measuring, Reverse logistics, Environmentally sustainable procurement and transport, and Circular economy (WREC) Coalition brings together humanitarian and development actors, private sector partners, academia, and other stakeholders to advance sustainable environmental practices across humanitarian supply chains and operations. The Coalition promotes knowledge sharing, innovation, and practical solutions in the areas of Circular Economy, Green Procurement, Decarbonization, Waste Management, and Reverse Logistics.

To strengthen its information management, knowledge-sharing, and communication activities, the WREC Coalition is seeking an Information Management Assistant (Volunteer) to support data collection and analysis, report preparation, website content management, and documentation of Coalition activities.

DUTY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting and Knowledge Product Development

- Draft, edit, and coordinate reports, Notes for the Records (NFRs),



concept notes, guidance materials, case studies, and other knowledge products.
- Consolidate and synthesize stakeholder inputs into clear, accurate, and high-quality outputs.
- Support data collection and analysis activities, including surveys and questionnaires.

Website and Digital Content Management
- Maintain and update content, publications, resources, and event information on the WREC Coalition website and digital platforms.
- Ensure online content is accurate, accessible, user-friendly, and up to date.

Technical Support to WREC Thematic Areas
- Participate in and support meetings, webinars, workshops, and working group discussions.
- Prepare meeting summaries and related documentation.
- Provide information management and reporting support across WREC thematic areas, including Circular Economy, Green Procurement, Decarbonization, Waste Management, and Reverse Logistics.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

- Timely development and dissemination of high-quality reports, NFRs, guidance documents, case studies, and other knowledge products supporting WREC Coalition objectives.
- Accurate and up-to-date content maintained on the WREC Coalition website, including resources, events, and publications.
- Effective collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting of data through surveys and other information-gathering activities.
- Strengthened information management and reporting support to WREC thematic workstreams, contributing to evidence-based decision-making and knowledge sharing.
- Increased visibility, consistency, and quality of WREC Coalition knowledge management and communication outputs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Education: University degree (completed or in progress) in Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Information Management, Communications, International Relations, Business Administration, Data Management, or a related field.

- Relevant academic coursework or training in sustainability, knowledge management, information systems, or data analysis is desirable.

Experience

- Previous experience through internships, volunteer work, academic projects, student organizations, or professional roles in information management, reporting, communications, knowledge management, environmental sustainability, or related fields is desirable.
- Exposure to environmental sustainability, circular economy, sustainable supply chains, waste management, green procurement, climate action, or humanitarian operations is desirable.

Knowledge & Skills

- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to organize, analyze, and synthesize information into clear and concise outputs.
- Good attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Familiarity with website content management systems, online collaboration tools, and survey platforms is an asset.




- Basic data analysis, reporting, and information management skills.
- Demonstrated interest in environmental sustainability, climate action, or sustainable development.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders in an international environment.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines.

Languages: Be fluent in English.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

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]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

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.
- If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.
- 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 - RosaChiara Cozzoli (Italia)
🏢 World Food Programme
📍 Italia