BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: In 2021, a new WFP People Policy was approved by the Executive Board. The purpose of this policy
is to provide a coherent framework for excellence in people management and to establish mutual accountability between the
organization, its managers and employees. The people policy defines WFP’s future workforce as diverse, committed, skilled and
high-performing teams selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment and living WFP's values, working
with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To achieve this, the policy identifies four priority areas for people
management: “nimble and flexible”, ”performing and improving”, “diverse and inclusive” and “caring and supportive”.
WFP SCAO Area Office has deep field presence with 5 Field Offices and 1 satellite office across the country. WFP Somalia aims to
implement the People Policy in all its different Offices across South Central. Under the direct supervision of the Head of Human
Resources, the HR Strategic Business Partner will be close to WFP employees, advise on all HR related issues and ensure WFP
employees and managers implement effectively the people policy and the related changes. The HR Strategic Business Partner will
further strengthen the client-focused and strategy-oriented HR services.
This is an exceptional opportunity for passionate and committed Somali nationals who want to drive lasting positive change in the
areas of people management and HR practices. The Strategic HR Business Partners will benefit from intense training and support,
especially during their first year with WFP, in areas like coaching, change management, WFP HR systems and processes, HR leading
edge practices.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Human resources, the incumbent will be required to undertake the following tasks
in the first phase:
• Initiate, coordinate and deliver all HR communication messages.
• Drive employee engagement and supports the implementation at Area and Field Office level of the Global Staff Survey (GSS)
Action plan.
Vacancy Announcement No: JR124851
Job Title: Human Resource Officer
Contract Type/Grade: Fixed Term ( NOB)
Duty Station: Dolow,
Contract Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
Date of Issue: July 12, 2026, | Closing Date: July 25,2026
• Manage the delivery of effective on-boarding experiences at Area Office level and at the related Field Offices in close
coordination with the hiring manager.
• Guide managers and employees of the Area Office/Field Offices to ensure they implement the people policy and meet their
mutual commitments.
• Communicate and engage on the vision for a performance culture. Use successful change management processes to build
high performing teams.
• Ensure awareness about performance management process, tools, systems for all types of contracts in Area Office/Field
Offices. Carry out quality assurance of the performance management practices (quality of workplans and KPIs; compliance
with the timeline; addressing underperformance effectively; follow-up on probations; etc)
• Ensure supervisors develop specific ToRs for all staff with clear deliverables and corresponding key performance indicators
(KPIs).
• Champion gender mainstreaming and Diversity & Inclusion initiatives in the workplace in alignment with the Country Office
Diversity & Inclusion workplan.
• Support HR operational activities or projects that are aligned to business needs, following standard processes and ensuring
alignment with wider WFP policies and procedures.
• Role-model the ‘change-ready employee’ by remaining flexible, positive and open to change.
• Ensure all staff at the office level have completed all mandatory training and encourage them to peruse non mandatory
training related to their functions through our learning platform In a second phase, the incumbent will as well undertake the
following tasks:
• Manage the talent acquisition process end-to-end for positions based in the Area Office/Field Offices, in liaison with HR team
in the Country Office and in close collaboration with the respective hiring manager.
• Guide hiring managers to ensure narrowing gender parity at the AO level during hiring of additional staff
• Analyze, monitor, adapt and respond to a variety of complex internal and external queries related to HR policies, rules and
regulations in order to provide guidance to managers and staff to ensure business process efficiency and successful adoption
of recommended practices in alignment with wider WFP policies.
• Manage the implementation of learning needs and skill gap analyses.
• Manage the communication and administration of learning and capability building interventions in close collaboration with
the Learning & Development Lead in the Country Office.
• Undertake any other HR-related activities, as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Education: Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial
Psychology or other relevant field, OR First University degree with additional years of related work experience or
trainings/courses.
Experience:
• Minimum of three (3) or more years of postgraduate professional experience in Human Resources and development,
customer service and administration with an interest in international humanitarian development. OR First university
degree with five (5) or more years of relevant experience.
• The candidates’ potential, commitment, agility to learn and think strategically are very important for this
role.
Language Proficiency: Fluency (level C) in English and Somali language.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Real interest in HR strategies
• Agile learner, growth mindset and ability to keep themselves abreast of latest trends and best practices
• Resilient and eager to drive positive change
• Committed and clear demonstration of integrity
• Passionate about delivering excellent internal customer service
• Outstanding communicator and presenter who can skillfully transfer important messages and influence different
stakeholders
• Keen to coach managers and employees to drive the people agenda
• Courageous, ability to lead difficult conversations
• Expert in using computer MS packages
This position is open for qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP
offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using
the link below:
• Internal Applicants: Click here!
• External Applicants: Click here!
Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian
principles. WFP is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and
gender balance.
Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.
WFP does not charge any application fees to candidates.