Programme Assistant SSA 4

SOKIFY JOB POSTING Position: Programme Assistant SSA 4 Organization: World Food Programme (WFP) Application Deadline: 8 August 2026 at 23:59 GMT+03:00 (East Africa Time) ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY The World Food Programme, a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, is seeking a Programme Assistant SSA 4 to support its mission of fighting hunger and building pathways to peace and stability across East Africa. This role offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to humanitarian work while being part of a diverse, high-performing team committed to saving and changing lives. ABOUT WFP WFP is the world's largest humanitarian organization, delivering food assistance during emergencies and working alongside communities, smallholder farmers, and governments to strengthen resilience and improve nutrition across the globe. In Kenya's dynamic operational context, WFP focuses on leveraging innovative solutions to enhance food assistance programmes and build lasting capacity. WHY CHOOSE THIS ROLE WITH WFP Join an organization that invests in your growth through professional development programs, training, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities. You'll work in a genuinely inclusive and multicultural environment where diverse perspectives drive impact. WFP offers competitive compensation and the unique privilege of contributing to meaningful humanitarian work across a regional network of passionate professionals. THE POSITION Working under the supervision of the Head of Innovation and Senior Innovation Manager, you will manage the lifecycle of innovation projects within WFP Kenya's portfolio. Your key responsibilities include developing project plans, budgets, and processes aligned with organizational policies and agile methodologies; overseeing field implementation of digitally enabled programme opportunities; liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure collaboration and manage risks; and preparing accurate documentation and reporting that supports informed decision-making. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY WFP celebrates diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnic background, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, HIV status, or disability. To learn more about WFP, visit www.wfp.org or follow their updates on YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok.