{"id":680,"date":"2026-02-10T06:34:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T06:34:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.qalamscholar.com\/?post_type=jobpost&#038;p=680"},"modified":"2026-02-10T06:34:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T06:34:27","slug":"consultant-programme-and-policy","status":"publish","type":"jobpost","link":"https:\/\/jobs.qalamscholar.com\/?jobpost=consultant-programme-and-policy","title":{"rendered":"Consultant, Programme and Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><br><strong>Hiring Organization \/ Company Name:<\/strong> World Food Programme (WFP)<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Rome (HQ) or Remote<br><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> 24 February 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Organization<\/strong><br>The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world\u2019s largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and supporting communities affected by conflict, disasters, and climate change. As a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, WFP works globally to build pathways toward peace, stability, and prosperity through food assistance. WFP is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity, fostering a professional and multicultural work environment guided by its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Job Summary<\/strong><br>WFP is seeking an experienced Consultant in Programme and Policy to join the DED &amp; COO Front Office team. The consultant will provide high-level strategic and executive support to senior leadership, contributing to speechwriting, communications, research, meeting preparation, performance planning, and reporting. The role requires strong analytical and communication expertise, discretion, and the ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced international environment. The assignment is offered as an international consultancy and can be based in Rome or remotely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lead the preparation of executive statements, speeches, briefing notes, presentations, and talking points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support strategic planning and coordinate internal and external communications aligned with organizational priorities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop and manage work plans that enhance leadership visibility, reputation, and fundraising efforts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Produce clear and targeted communication products for diverse audiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan and deliver internal communications to ensure staff alignment with office strategy and objectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinate accurate and timely reporting on communications and performance activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct research, analysis, and information management to support executive engagements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contribute to corporate planning, performance reporting, and resource-to-result processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work effectively under pressure, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high professional standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Required Qualifications and Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>University degree in International Relations, Political Science, Conflict Analysis, Journalism, Information Management, Data Science, or a related field<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Between 6 and 10 years of relevant postgraduate professional experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proven experience in executive support, strategic communications, or similar senior-level roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrated expertise in speechwriting, planning, and stakeholder coordination<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skills and Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exceptional written communication and speechwriting abilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong analytical, planning, and coordination skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in complex institutional settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sound judgment, confidentiality, and discretion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proficiency in information management tools and corporate technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong knowledge of communication trends, social media platforms, and analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural teams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Benefits and Salary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>International Consultancy (Consultancy Level II)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contract duration of 9 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Competitive compensation package in line with WFP consultancy terms and conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udd17 Apply Here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wfp.org\/careers\">https:\/\/www.wfp.org\/careers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow us:<br>Facebook: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/qalamscholar\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/qalamscholar<\/a> | LinkedIn: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/qalamscholar\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/qalamscholar<\/a> | YouTube: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@qalamscholar\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@qalamscholar<\/a> | Telegram: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/qalamscholar\">https:\/\/t.me\/qalamscholar<\/a> |<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hiring Organization \/ Company Name: World Food Programme (WFP)Location: Rome (HQ) or RemoteApplication Deadline: 24 February 2026 About the OrganizationThe World Food Programme (WFP) is &hellip; 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