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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT/BACKGROUND:

The World Food Programme (WFP) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) operates one of its largest and most complex country operations globally, combining large-scale in-kind food assistance, service contracting, and a rapidly expanding Cash-Based Transfers (CBT) portfolio.

Given the volatile operating environment, high fiduciary risks, emergency procurement needs, and strong donor scrutiny, WFP DRC requires specialized procurement support to reinforce compliance, risk management, market integrity, and operational efficiency.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Consultant Procurement (Level 2) will provide technical, operational, and advisory support to the Country Office and selected Sub-Offices in managing food, non-food, services, and CBT-related procurement, with a strong emphasis on risk mitigation, internal controls, audit readiness, and value for money.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consolidate and analyze data from which to inform Country sourcing strategies or plan specialist procurement initiatives that support effective and cost optimizing purchase decisions.
• Provide oversight, guidance and support with / to Country Offices with relatively straight forward procurement needs (moderate value commodities, delivering programme of a similar nature) on implementing best practice procurement policies and procedures, ensuring a strategic, forward purchasing approach to procurement in compliance with wider WFP policies, standards and regulations.
• Lead the implementation of procurement projects of moderate complexity or manage operational activities for a Country Office (e.g. issue tenders, evaluate offers and negotiate/award contracts), to ensure successful procurement of food and non-food commodities or services.
• Collate information and draft appropriate responses to recommendations to support auditing of procurement activities and ensure conformity with compliance rules.
• Identify, develop and maintain strong relationships with all relevant suppliers and vendors to enable WFP to maximize the value of the service delivered.
• Manage and coordinate effective relationships with inspection and superintendent firms to ensure quality control, specification conformity, volume assessment, monitoring and verification of deliveries.
• Work in close collaboration with cross functional counterparts to align procurement activities and promote an integrated supply-chain approach to food assistance.
• Coordinate and prepare accurate and timely reports of procurement activities to contribute to a WFP wide view that enables informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders, leading to performance optimization.
• Manage individual procurement officers or small procurement teams ensuring appropriate development and enable high performance.
• Provide oversight to procurement focal points in field offices.
• Assist the CO in the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Build capacity of WFP staff and external partners to take a strategic and proactive approach to the procurement of food and non-food commodities and services e.g., through provision of training sessions.
• Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance and monitor the management of procurement specific risks.
• Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
• Other as required.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

Procurement Operations Support

• Support end-to-end procurement processes for:
• Food commodities (local, regional, international)
• Non-food items (NFI) CBT-related procurement (FSPs, retailers, voucher platforms, fintech solutions)
• Prepare and review solicitation documents (RFQ, ITB, RFP), support bid evaluation processes and documentation.
• Draft and review Purchase Orders (POs), Contracts, and Long-Term Agreements (LTAs). Monitor contract performance and flag implementation risks.

CBT Procurement & Market Support

• Support procurement and contracting of:
• Financial Service Providers (banks, mobile money operators)
• Retailers and wholesalers
• Participate in CBT market assessments and vendor due diligence.
• Support compliance with WFP CBT Manual, data protection standards, and financial controls.
• Coordinate with Programme, Finance, IT, and Supply Chain units to ensure end-to-end CBT integrity.

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Identify procurement-related risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Support development and updating of procurement risk registers.
• Apply segregation of duties and fraud risk controls.
• Review high-risk procurement cases and emergency procedures.
• Contribute to business continuity and emergency preparedness planning from a procurement perspective.

Market Analysis & Strategic Sourcing

• Conduct market analysis and supplier mapping in selected corridors and regions.
• Support development of procurement strategies and sourcing plans.
• Analyze price trends and contribute to cost-efficiency initiatives.
• Support local and regional supplier development where feasible.

Capacity Strengthening & Coordination

• Provide on-the-job coaching and technical support to procurement staff.
• Support refresher sessions for requisitioners and partners on procurement procedures.
• Liaise with Supply Chain, Programme, Finance, Logistics, and CBT teams.
• Participate in procurement committees and internal coordination forums.

DELIVERABLES

Reviewed and compliant procurement files (food, NFI, services, CBT) Procurement risk register updates and mitigation recommendations CBT vendor due diligence and procurement support notes Market analysis and supplier mapping reports (as required) Audit support inputs and corrective action tracking End-of-assignment report with key findings and recommendations

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced University Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field OR First University Degree with two (2) years of additional relevant experience.

Experience:

Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement or supply chain: Proven experience in food, non-food, services, or CBT procurement. Experience in humanitarian or UN operations, preferably in complex or emergency contexts. Exposure to risk management, compliance, and audit processes.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong knowledge of procurement and contract management principles

Understanding of CBT mechanisms and retail supply chains

High risk awareness and compliance orientation

Strong analytical and documentation skills

Ability to work under pressure in insecure environments

Excellent coordination and communication skills

Languages:

Fluency in French and English (Level C)

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.

• If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org for technical support only.

• Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.