Performance Management and Reports Officer, CFOBC
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
17 November 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
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 extreme weather shocks.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.
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).
JOB TITLE: Performance Management and Reports Officer
TYPE OF CONTRACT: CST Regular
UNIT/DIVISION: Corporate Budgeting, Performance and Reporting Service, CFO Division
DUTY STATION (City, Country): homa-based / remote work
DURATION: 6 Months (tentative from 1st December 2026 to 31st May 2027)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The Corporate Budgeting, Performance and Reporting Service (CFOB) is responsible for designing and managing different workstreams around corporate budget and performance reporting, which culminate in the annual delivery of the Management Plan and the Annual Performance Report. CFOB will also be responsible for corporate inter-agency reporting, namely QCPR and Efficiency Gains, for which it engages with other stakeholders.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The selected candidate will work under the direct supervision of the APR Coordinator and the Project Manager, the Consultant will perform the following functions.
- Work with team members on the coordination of the 2026 APR exercise, ensure that related agreed-upon processes and procedures are consistently followed, including coordination of inputs from technical units. Work includes liaising with Technical Units and other divisions in HQ.
- Act as the APR focal point, including organizing online support sessions to address specific requirements for different APR sections, and provide guidance, suggestions, and technical support on all questions related to APR drafting and data analysis. Additionally organize and facilitate trainings/webinars for the upcoming APR season, providing guidance and technical advice on data and content.
- Provide support to divisional and departmental APR focal points, including organization of trainings/webinars for the upcoming APR season, providing guidance and technical advice on data and content; and conducting trainings /additional vis-à-vis webinars, as needed.
- Coordinate along with the other team members the annual lessons learned exercise and the dashboard.
- Any other tasks as may be required and/or assigned.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT
- APR preparation facilitated in line with the corporate deadlines.
- APR trainings and webinars are supported.
- APR guidance is updated for the respective technical focus areas in time for the 2026 reporting exercise.
- Coordinate preparation and submission of inter-agency report (QCPR) and the relevant annex.
- Record management.
- Lessons learned exercise concluded.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced courses/trainings in one or more of the following disciplines: political science, sociology, economics, business management, operations management, development studies and international development.
Experience
At least 4 years of postgraduate, progressively responsible experience in performance reporting and data analysis. Previous WFP field experience in reporting and programme implementation is an advantage.
Knowledge and skills
- Familiarity with WFP’s normative framework for results reporting
- Solid experience utilizing WFP software, including COMET and WINGS and other monitoring software packages and systems
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to conduct informed analysis of corporate reports and guide focal points with sound technical advice
- Ability to deliver results through planning and organizing own activities effectively
- Ability to successfully manage multiple analysis and reporting requests in a deadline-driven environment
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to influence stakeholders
- Ability to oversee the tasks and responsibilities of junior staff members
- Excellent English writing skills
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
Language:
English mandatory, any additional UN language welcome.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework
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: (email hidden)
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
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 (email hidden). 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.
17 November 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
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 extreme weather shocks.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.
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).
JOB TITLE: Performance Management and Reports Officer
TYPE OF CONTRACT: CST Regular
UNIT/DIVISION: Corporate Budgeting, Performance and Reporting Service, CFO Division
DUTY STATION (City, Country): homa-based / remote work
DURATION: 6 Months (tentative from 1st December 2026 to 31st May 2027)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The Corporate Budgeting, Performance and Reporting Service (CFOB) is responsible for designing and managing different workstreams around corporate budget and performance reporting, which culminate in the annual delivery of the Management Plan and the Annual Performance Report. CFOB will also be responsible for corporate inter-agency reporting, namely QCPR and Efficiency Gains, for which it engages with other stakeholders.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The selected candidate will work under the direct supervision of the APR Coordinator and the Project Manager, the Consultant will perform the following functions.
- Work with team members on the coordination of the 2026 APR exercise, ensure that related agreed-upon processes and procedures are consistently followed, including coordination of inputs from technical units. Work includes liaising with Technical Units and other divisions in HQ.
- Act as the APR focal point, including organizing online support sessions to address specific requirements for different APR sections, and provide guidance, suggestions, and technical support on all questions related to APR drafting and data analysis. Additionally organize and facilitate trainings/webinars for the upcoming APR season, providing guidance and technical advice on data and content.
- Provide support to divisional and departmental APR focal points, including organization of trainings/webinars for the upcoming APR season, providing guidance and technical advice on data and content; and conducting trainings /additional vis-à-vis webinars, as needed.
- Coordinate along with the other team members the annual lessons learned exercise and the dashboard.
- Any other tasks as may be required and/or assigned.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT
- APR preparation facilitated in line with the corporate deadlines.
- APR trainings and webinars are supported.
- APR guidance is updated for the respective technical focus areas in time for the 2026 reporting exercise.
- Coordinate preparation and submission of inter-agency report (QCPR) and the relevant annex.
- Record management.
- Lessons learned exercise concluded.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced courses/trainings in one or more of the following disciplines: political science, sociology, economics, business management, operations management, development studies and international development.
Experience
At least 4 years of postgraduate, progressively responsible experience in performance reporting and data analysis. Previous WFP field experience in reporting and programme implementation is an advantage.
Knowledge and skills
- Familiarity with WFP’s normative framework for results reporting
- Solid experience utilizing WFP software, including COMET and WINGS and other monitoring software packages and systems
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to conduct informed analysis of corporate reports and guide focal points with sound technical advice
- Ability to deliver results through planning and organizing own activities effectively
- Ability to successfully manage multiple analysis and reporting requests in a deadline-driven environment
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to influence stakeholders
- Ability to oversee the tasks and responsibilities of junior staff members
- Excellent English writing skills
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
Language:
English mandatory, any additional UN language welcome.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework
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: (email hidden)
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
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 (email hidden). 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.