Private Sector Partnerships – Field Coordinator at World Food Programme (WFP)

World Food Programme

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
The World Food Programme is the food assistance branch of the United Nations and the world’s largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security.Private Sector Partnerships – Field CoordinatorPURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT:The Field Private Sector Coordinator will play a key role in supporting WFP COs to build and maintain partnerships with local private sector actors. The officer will ensure that private sector engagement aligns with WFP's strategic objectives and enhances its ability to deliver food assistance and nutrition interventions effectively and sustainably.The Field Private Sector Coordinator, reporting to the Head of Field Engagement, PSP will be responsible for:Support to new Impact Investment fund - World Food Invest
  • Support documentation for origination processes and training of select country offices
  • Support collaboration with WFP teams to ensure consistency with corporate approach to value chain development
Generation of field PSP content
  • Identify and build case studies of best practice from Country Offices
  • Work with COs to identify training needs across management and partnerships officers.
  • Update PSP training for Country Offices as necessary
Support COs with PSP processes
  • Coordinate key PSP processes for Country Offices including inputs to divisional and departmental meetings and documentation.
  • Liaise with field teams Global Services for Due Diligence submissions and reviews.
Planning and Reporting
  • Support planning and reporting processes for field Private Sector Partnerships
  • Produce quarterly reports for field and HQ leadership
  • Support the leadership team with any other activities as required.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF CONTRACT PERIOD:
  • World Food Invest processes set up and training well documented
  • Plan for field training based on consultation with COs
  • 10 case studies of best practice delivered showing how to engage with Private Sector
  • 20 Country Offices supported with tactical processes
  • Ensure that all work and materials developed during the contract are well documented and available to the WFP team.
  • Regular progress reports and updates to WFP leadership and stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Education:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or equivalent.Experience:
  • At least 3 years of experience in private sector partnerships, corporate social responsibility, business development, or related fields, preferably in international development, humanitarian assistance, or non-profit sectors.
Knowledge & Skills:
  • Experience in building and managing partnerships with local private sector actors, including businesses, foundations, and other non-profit organizations.
  • Proven track record of successfully engaging with a range of private sector stakeholders in the context of development or humanitarian operations.
  • Knowledge of the food security and nutrition sectors is a plus.
  • Experience working cross-functionally and getting things done in an agile and hands-on way.
  • Excellent communication/presentation skills, with the ability to write strategy documents, develop business plans, and deliver presentations.
  • Collaborative spirit, able to partner with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility and diplomacy.
  • Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy.
  • Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN World Food Programme.
Languages:
  • Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
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