WFP Junior Consultant Programme Policy 2026: 11-Month Opportunity in Cairo
Overview
The World Food Programme is recruiting a Junior Consultant for Programme Policy in Cairo, Egypt, within the MENAEE Regional Director's Office. It is a full-time, fully present Junior Consultancy with an initial duration of 11 months. Working under the Regional Representation Advisor, the consultant supports policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, strategic briefing and knowledge management to strengthen WFP's engagement with regional institutions, UN entities, international financial institutions and other influential stakeholders, and to support Country Offices.
The work includes stakeholder mapping and political economy analysis of regional actors and processes, monitoring regional policy, humanitarian and development trends, UN reform and international financial institution initiatives, and turning findings into concise analysis for senior management. The consultant prepares talking points, background notes and engagement packages for the Regional Director, coordinates inputs from Country Offices and Headquarters so external messaging is accurate and coherent, supports regional engagement strategies, maintains knowledge repositories, and helps plan policy dialogues, roundtables and consultations. Corporate reporting and emergency support for Country Offices may also be assigned.
Requirements
Applicants should hold an advanced university degree in a field such as international affairs, economics, nutrition or health, agriculture, environmental science, social sciences or international development, though a first university degree is also listed as an acceptable pathway. At least one year of experience in policy research and analysis on international affairs, foreign policy, humanitarian or development issues is needed. Experience drafting briefing materials, supporting senior leadership, coordinating across teams and engaging with governments, international organizations, civil society or the private sector is desirable. Fluency in English at Level C is required.
How to apply
Applications are accepted only through WFP's online recruitment platform, and not by email or LinkedIn. Candidates need a complete Workday profile with accurate employment history, qualifications and language skills, and submit a CV and cover letter. WFP charges no fee at any stage of recruitment.
Key dates
The deadline is September 21, 2026 at 23:59 Cairo time.