Programme Policy Officer – National Coordinator for Rural Women’s Economic Empowerment

About the role

The World Food Programme is seeking a Programme Policy Officer to serve as the National Coordinator for the Joint Programme ‘Accelerating Progress towards Rural Women’s Economic Empowerment’ (JP RWEE) in Tanzania. This senior position leads the overall management and coordination of a five‑year, multi‑agency initiative involving FAO, IFAD, UN Women and WFP.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and coordination of the JP RWEE programme across Tanzania.
• Facilitate synergy among partner agencies to leverage each organization’s mandate and strengths.
• Oversee implementation of the four key outcomes: food security and nutrition, income generation, women’s voice and agency, and resilience building.
• Monitor programme progress, ensure compliance with donor requirements, and prepare regular reports for stakeholders.
• Represent the programme in national forums, fostering collaboration with government and community leaders.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing large‑scale development or humanitarian programmes.
• Strong understanding of rural development, gender equity and food security issues.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple international agencies and national authorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• A diverse, inclusive and multicultural work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development, training and internal mobility.
• Competitive compensation package in line with UN standards.