About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
Join the World Food Programme (WFP) as a Head of Operations and be part of a dynamic team that saves lives and builds a pathway to peace, stability, and prosperity in Gaza, Palestine. This challenging and rewarding role will require you to oversee the supply chain and program functions, build relationships with local partners, and lead a high-performing team in a complex humanitarian context. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in addressing the complex food assistance needs of beneficiaries in Gaza and contribute to WFP's mission to eradicate hunger and malnutrition. As a Head of Operations, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of WFP programs and activities, building cohesive and collaborative relationships with local partners, and providing leadership to a diverse team. You will also be responsible for monitoring the humanitarian situation on the ground and ensuring that teams are adequately capacitated, working effectively, and in line with WFP values and standards of conduct. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading humanitarian organization and contribute to the development and implementation of country strategies, policies, and plans aligned with regional, WFP, and wider UN strategy, policies, and processes. If you are a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for humanitarian work and a commitment to WFP's values, this role is an excellent fit for you.
Benefits & Financial Aid
- Salary: Competitive salary package
- Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and other benefits
- Relocation: Assistance with relocation costs
- Leave: Annual leave, sick leave, and other types of leave
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Advanced University degree in Economics, International Development, or Social Sciences, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
- Language: Proficient in English, with intermediate proficiency in Arabic desirable.
- Experience: More than 10 years of experience, with six international years of experience in large-scale emergency operations, leading multicultural teams in complex contexts, and improving performance.
Required Documents
- CV: Up-to-date CV
- Cover Letter: A compelling cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and motivations for applying for the role
- Additional Documents: Passport, certificates, recommendation letters, and other documents may be requested later in the process
How to Apply
- Review the job description and requirements carefully.
- Submit your application through WFP's online recruiting system, ensuring that you have included all required documents.
- If you experience technical issues, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
- Submit your application using the Apply button below.
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