Contract types

We bring life-saving relief in emergencies and use food assistance to build peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. We span a broad range of activities, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods to achieve a world with zero hunger. We work in over 120 countries and territories, combining emergency assistance with long-term development while adapting our activities to the context and challenges of each location and its people. There is a variety of ways in which people can support WFP’s mission to eliminate hunger, from making a donation to bringing your expertise to our work on the frontlines.

📌 ### 📌 , funded by donor governments, offers an exceptional opportunity for young professionals to gain hands-on experience in the world of international development and humanitarian aid. This programme is designed to provide emerging talent, primarily from donor countries and occasionally from developing nations, with skills and knowledge to     JPOs are placed in WFP’s country offices, regional bureaux or headquarters, where they engage in a variety of impactful roles across functional areas. They contribute to project management, programme implementation, research, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, and policy development. Working alongside local communities, governments and international partners, JPOs help shape strategies to combat hunger and malnutrition worldwide. In times of crisis, such as disasters or conflicts, JPOs play a vital role in WFP's emergency response, ensuring the efficient delivery of life-saving food assistance and coordinating relief operations to assist those in need.   The JPO Programme offers a competitive and dynamic environment that promotes diversity and inclusion. Participants are provided with invaluable on-the-job learning experiences, supported by expert mentoring and guidance. By working on real-world projects, JPOs contribute directly to WFP’s mission, especially the pursuit of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. JPOs are offered the opportunity to enhance their skills through training, gain exposure to multilateral international cooperation, and maximise their potential in a world-class, global organisation dedicated to ending hunger.

Interns play a vital role in supporting WFP’s mission, by assisting with a range of professional tasks. These may include: In every task, interns are encouraged to bring their unique perspectives and contribute to impactful initiatives that help address global hunger and malnutrition.     To apply for an internship, you must:

📌 ### 📌 The WFP Fellowship Programme offers qualified and highly motivated young talents the chance to deepen their expertise and understanding of humanitarian assistance. Fellows are immersed in both operational and support functions,   Fellows are talented Master’s and PhD students, graduates, researchers and professors who bring a strong foundation of technical and professional skills essential for pursuing a career in the humanitarian sector. They support WFP’s daily operations, helping to drive progress toward our global goals.   invaluable hands-on Through these tasks, fellows directly contribute to the success of WFP’s mission, collaborating with teams and enhancing their skills in a real-world, fast-paced environment.   Fellowship opportunities are offered throughout the year in country offices, regional bureaux and headquarters, with fellowships lasting between 3 and 12 months. Fellows are organizations, which can include academic institutions, research bodies or governmental agencies. These entities provide resources and support during the fellowship period, covering costs such as roundtrip appointment and repatriation travel,accommodation, visa fee, medical insurance and other costs related to assignment. Note that WFP does not provide direct financial support to fellows.   To apply for a fellowship, you must

📌 ### 📌 To apply for a volunteer assignment with WFP, you must meet the following requirements

📌 ### 📌 The United Nations Volunteers programme promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide, partnering with organizations across and beyond the UN system UNV contracts at WFP offer individuals the chance to make a meaningful impact on global humanitarian efforts through short to medium-term assignments, typically lasting from 3 to 48 months. UN Volunteers may be recruited nationally or internationally. Allowances and benefits adhere to United Nations standards and are reflective of the local context.  Visit the UNV website to find more information about the programme and to apply to open positions.

An International Professional at WFP and other United Nations agencies refers to a staff category comprising individuals recruited internationally to bring specialised open to candidates of all nationalities global and inclusive for medium- to long-term commitments, with the possibility of renewal for one or two years based on organizational needs, funding availability and satisfactory performance. Compensation, including salary scales and allowances, is determined by the International Civil Service Commission and ratified by the United Nations General Assembly (see ). Most International Professional roles at WFP are rotational, requiring geographical mobility every two to four years in accordance with our (see below). We encourage individuals from all nationalities and backgrounds to apply for our international positions, as we believe that diverse perspectives enrich our organization and contribute to our success. It is however not possible to apply for International Professional positions in your home country, except for positions in headquarters and regional offices.

📌 ### 📌 This is a new type of staff appointment in the International Professional category, to cover functions on a medium-term basis of between one to four years. It may be used for time-bound projects or activities, or to cover unique positions required for a limited time that demand skills, qualities and competencies not readily available through WFP’s internal rotational workforce.  We encourage individuals from all nationalities and backgrounds to apply for our international positions, as we believe that diverse perspectives enrich our organization and contribute to our success. It is however not possible to apply for International Professional positions in your home country, except for positions in headquarters and regional offices.

📌 ### 📌 National Professional Officer staff at WFP are nationals of the country where they serve. They perform technical and professional functions Their roles demand a deep understanding of the national context, including local institutions, systems and cultural nuances, which is critical for effective programme delivery. The qualifications for National Professional Officer positions, which align with those required for International Professional staff (a minimum of a first-level university degree), are uniquely designed to capitalize on their specialized national knowledge and experience. NO contracts are classified into various levels, from NO-A to NO-D, reflecting the range of professional responsibilities. and related allowances are established by the United Nations for each country, and NO staff are not eligible for relocation benefits.

General Service staff are recruited to a duty station in regional bureaux, country offices, headquarters and at WFP global offices, to fulfil a range of support functions at various levels (G1 to G7) vital to the operational efficiency of the organization. This includes administrative, secretarial, clerical support, specialized and/or technical support roles. As job levels progress, functions become increasingly complex, accompanied by heightened levels of responsibility. General Service contracts are fixed term, allowing for medium-