WFP Ethiopia – Multiple Vacancies (2026)

World Food Programme (WFP) Ethiopia – Multiple Vacancies (2026)

Organization: United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)
Locations: Mekelle & Gode, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full‑time, Fixed Term
Application Deadlines:

• Programme Assistant (School Feeding): 25 June 2026
• Security Assistant: 23 June 2026

About WFP:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity. In Ethiopia, WFP works with the government and partners to strengthen resilience, empower women, and support vulnerable communities through food security, nutrition, and education programmes.

Available Positions

1. Programme Assistant (School Feeding) G5 – Mekelle
   • Duty Station: Mekelle, Ethiopia
   • Duration: 12 months
   • Responsibilities:
     • Prepare monthly distribution plans and verify food/non‑food deliveries
     • Support monitoring visits, reviews, and evaluations
     • Collaborate with logistics teams, schools, and parent committees
     • Contribute to reporting and participate in Education Cluster meetings
     • Promote gender equality and protection in programme implementation
   • Qualifications:
     • Completion of secondary school education (post‑secondary certificate desirable)
     • At least 5 years’ professional experience in nutrition, education, or social protection
     • Fluency in English and Tigrigna
   👉 Apply Here

1. Security Assistant G5 – Gode
   • Duty Station: Gode, Ethiopia
   • Responsibilities:
     • Review security threats and compile reports on risks
     • Liaise with local authorities, UN/NGO security staff, and communities
     • Plan and conduct field missions, track staff, and perform security assessments
     • Implement risk mitigation measures (MOSS compliance)
     • Manage security equipment and access control procedures
     • Contribute to emergency planning and staff training
   • Qualifications:
     • Completion of secondary school education (University degree desirable)
     • Minimum 5 years’ progressive work in security
     • Fluency in English and Somali
     • Prior UN/NGO experience preferred
   👉 Apply Here

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive UN benefits package
• Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural work environment
• Learning & Development opportunities (training, coaching, mentorship)
• Career growth across WFP’s global offices