Deadline31 october 2026 23:59 gmt (01:00 central european time)about wfpthe world food programme (wfp) 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 extreme weather shocks.why join wfpwfp is a 2020 nobel peace prize laureate and offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment. it invests in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship and internal mobility opportunities.positionprogramme policy officer drf operations - contract level ii (wae cst), home-based with in-country missions as relevant, duration 120 days (up to 11 months).background and purpose of the assignmentwfp utilizes risk transfer tools to protect and build resilience of communities affected by extreme climate events. the role supports the integration of these tools into broader risk-financing instruments, including the africa risk capacity (arc) replica initiative and macro-sovereign insurance programmes.accountabilities & responsibilitiesprovide technical assistance to country offices to align operational plans and final implementation plans with macro-level climate risk financing mechanisms.facilitate integration of arc replica preparedness measures into contingency planning,



including anticipatory action and social protection.support the design and delivery of fip simulation workshops and training-of-trainers in priority countries.contribute to the development and dissemination of standardized tools, guides and templates for arc replica preparedness.ensure gender-responsive programming by supporting gender analyses with a climate lens.report on activities and support evidence generation.deliverablesadapt and develop a facilitator's guide and workshop materials for simulation exercises.conduct fip simulations in at least two countries.deliver at least one training-of-trainers session.support gender-smart arc replica workplans.contribute to reporting on gender-responsive exercises.qualifications & experienceadvanced degree in social sciences, economics or related field.6-10 years of programme management experience; at least 5 years in climate risk insurance (micro-, meso- or macro-insurance).experience designing and facilitating trainings is an asset.knowledge of gender and climate micro-insurance initiatives is an asset.demonstrated analytical, writing and communication skills.experience working in developing countries.languagesfluency and excellent writing skills in english and french are required.application notesall applications must be submitted through the online recruiting system. no fee is charged for the recruitment process.

📌 Programme policy officer drf operations (Roma)
🏢 World Food Programme
📍 Roma