WFP Junior Professional Officer Opportunities

Opportunity overview

The WFP Junior Professional Officer Programme gives sponsored early-career professionals hands-on experience in international development and humanitarian assistance. JPOs may work in programme implementation, policy, research, monitoring and evaluation, data, partnerships, project management, or emergency operations.

General requirements

• An advanced university degree, or a first degree with additional relevant experience.
• At least two years of relevant professional experience.
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Additional UN languages are highly desirable.
• Applicants must meet the nationality, age, and other conditions established by the sponsoring government.

Programme value

• Practical assignments in WFP country offices, regional bureaux, or headquarters.
• Professional development, mentoring, training, and exposure to multilateral cooperation.
• Compensation and benefits are determined by the relevant JPO sponsorship arrangement.

How to apply

Check WFP’s official vacancies and your government’s JPO programme. Openings are often restricted to nationals of the sponsoring country, and every vacancy has its own deadline and technical profile.