Partnerships and OIM Senior Associate, SSA7 - Ankara

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

22 July 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 Turkey Time (Istanbul)

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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.

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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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

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.

The Türkiye Country Office requires additional capacity to support expanding partnerships, donor reporting, and information management functions. The position will contribute to strengthening partner engagement while ensuring effective management, analysis, and dissemination of operational information to support programme implementation and decision-making.

The role combines partnerships and reporting functions with Information and Operational Management (OIM) responsibilities to ensure integrated support across units.

Under the supervision of the Head of Partnerships, the Partnerships and OIM Officer will support partner management processes, reporting, and information management systems, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality outputs aligned with WFP standards.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Partnerships and Partner Engagement

• Support the management of relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders, ensuring consistent and effective communication
• Contribute to partnership development efforts, including preparation of concept notes, proposals, and briefing materials
• Draft partner communications, visibility materials, talking points, and presentations
• Support organization of partner meetings, missions, and high-level engagements
• Track partnership pipelines and funding opportunities

2. Reporting

• Coordinate and prepare donor reports in line with corporate requirements and agreed timelines
• Consolidate inputs from programme, M&E, and other units into coherent, high-quality outputs
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of narrative and data across reports
• Maintain reporting calendars and tracking tools to ensure timely submission

3. Information and Operational Management (OIM)

• Support collection, organization, and analysis of programme data to inform decision-making
• Develop and maintain dashboards, situation reports, and analytical products
• Ensure data quality, coherence, and accessibility across relevant platforms
• Contribute to strengthening information management systems and tools within the Country Office

4. Coordination and Cross-functional Support

• Facilitate information flow between Partnerships, Programme, and other units
• Support alignment between operational delivery and partner commitments
• Provide support to internal planning, monitoring, and review processes
• Perform other related duties as required

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

Timely and high-quality donor reports and communication products Functional reporting and tracking systems maintained and updated Analytical and information products supporting operational decision-making Effective coordination contributing to programme delivery and partner satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

University degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Economics, Data Management, or other relevant field

Master or advanced degree is preferable.

Experience:

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in partnerships, reporting, programme management, or information management, or relevant field
• Demonstrated experience in donor reporting and partner engagement
• Previous experience working with WFP or other UN agencies, particularly in programme implementation, partnerships, or reporting functions is desirable
• Demonstrated experience in managing or coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives involving government, private sector, and implementing partners is desirable
• Experience providing capacity building, or technical guidance to partners or stakeholders is desirable

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Solid analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to support both strategic-level engagement and operational-level implementation
• Strong ability to operate in fast-paced, multi-functional environments with evolving priorities
• Proven capacity to synthesize inputs from multiple teams into coherent outputs under tight deadlines
• Strong coordination and interpersonal skills

Languages:

Fluency in English (level C) and Turkish required.

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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

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.
• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.
• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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.