In Zimbabwe, WFP has a strong track record of delivering food assistance and managing supply chains during crises. The July 2022-December 2026 Country Strategic Plan (CSP) outlines efforts to promote shock-responsive social protection and sustainable food systems. WFP is supporting informed decision-making on food security, integrating nutrition, gender, protection and inclusion, youth engagement, technological innovation, and decentralized zero hunger action.
Job Purpose: To manage the implementation of key Programming Activities in WFP Zimbabwe (R4 and Zambuko Programs), focusing on resilience building, agriculture, and sustainable food systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
-Manage all Field Level Agreements of the Programmes, including communication and coordination with partners and overseeing budgets. -Ensure effective funds management of resources allocated to resilience activities in close coordination with relevant activity manager, budget and programming, and finance teams. -Identify opportunities to integrate and layer the R4 and Zambuko programmes with other resilience-building programme activities. -Mainstream gender, nutrition, and protection as per project proposals and donor requirements. Seek potential areas of layering, collaborations, and synergies on sustainable food systems and value chain development. -Information and Knowledge Management - ensure accurate management of information related to the programmes in coordination with the M&E team. -Prepare analytical and operational reports on the implementation progress of the programmes and develop briefs or case studies on specific thematic areas. -Resource mobilization and partnerships, including providing technical input to communication materials and funding proposals. -Establish and maintain operational and strategic partnerships with government ministries, UN Agencies, NGOs, Private sector, and research institutions.
Qualifications and Experience
-Advanced University degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources Management, Food Systems, or related field. -At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in an international humanitarian, international NGO, or related organization. -Fluency in English; knowledge and fluency in any local language is highly desirable.
WFP Leadership Framework: Common standards of behavior that guide how employees work together to accomplish the mission: -Leads by Example with Integrity -Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments -Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork -Applies Strategic Thinking -Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships -Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role-modeling care for others -Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth -Demonstrates commitment to gathering perspectives, analyzing options and risks, and proposing new ways of doing things -Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives
Desired Experiences for Entry Into the Role: -Demonstrated professional experience managing projects in climate resilience building, agriculture, and sustainable food systems. -Proven experience in managing integrated programme activities and project funds management. -Capacity to develop funding proposals and track record of successful grant-making. -Experience building partnerships with international organizations, governments, and/or the private sector. -Experience working with diverse, multicultural, and interdisciplinary teams. -Ability to present information and ideas effectively, track record of producing reports and other communication materials.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are requested to submit their application via E-Recruitment attaching a signed application letter and a Curriculum Vitae. This advert is open to nationals of Zimbabwe only. Female candidates with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.
