Programme Officer (Climate and Environment), Accra

## Programme Officer (Climate and Environment), Accra - Organization:WFP - World Food Programme - Office:WFP Ghana Country Office Description of assignment title:Programme Officer (Climate and Environment) Assignment country:Ghana Work location:On UN premises Expected start date:12/12/2026 Duration:13 months(with possibility of extension)Long-term benefits and allowances Sustainable Development Goal:2. Zero hunger Host entity:WFP Ghana Volunteer category:Specialist UCoS from Apr2026 Work schedule:Full-time Number of Assignments:1 Mission and objectives: - The World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. - The incumbent will work directly under the deputy country director and would provide technical assistance to strategic outcomes (SO) managers of 3 pillars of the Ghana Country Strategic Plan (2024 – 2028). The purpose of this assignment will be to provide technical assistance to colleagues and partners in climate related interventions under SO1 (crisis response and emergency preparedness and response), in climate and environmental sustainability as well as energy efficiency matters under the Social Protection and Food systems portfolios (SO2 and SO3). - This will include programme development, review of effectiveness of initiatives including activities previously implemented or initiated. The incumbent reviews and analyses would also form the basis of concept note development for resource mobilisation. The position would be based in Accra with travel to the field, providing guidance to different WFP programme outcomes as well as coordinating with relevant external stakeholders if required. - Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: - 1. Support programme teams in integrating climate adaptation, environmental sustainability and disaster risk reduction considerations into programme activities. - 2. Support the design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of climate resilience, en-vironmental sustainability and clean energy initiatives aligned with WFP programme objectives, climate change policies and international safeguards. - 3. Support the development and implementation of clean cooking solutions linked to school feeding programmes, including the promotion of energy-efficient cooking stoves and sustainable fuel alternatives. - 4. Assist in the planning and coordination of activities aimed at strengthening climate-smart and sustainable food systems, with a focus on improving food security, nutri-tion, and livelihoods. - 5. Support colleagues to engage with government institutions, development partners, the private sector, and local communities on climate, environment, and clean energy ini-tiatives. - 6. Contribute to the preparation of concept notes, project proposals, technical reports, presentations, and other programme documentation. - 7. Under the agroforestry project funded by the Changing Lives Transformation Fund (CLTF), Support the implementation and coordination of agroforestry activities aligned with Ghana’s environmental policies and climate adaptation priorities, including activi-ties promoting climate-smart and environmentally sustainable livelihood opportunities. - 8. Identify opportunities to strengthen agroforestry and regenerative practices to restore ecosystems, enhance resilience to climate shocks. - During the first month of the assignment, the UN Volunteer will work closely with his/her direct supervisor to finalize an agreed-upon work plan. The work plan should outline key objectives and activities and include regular check ins with the supervisor to review progress and receive performance feedback. - This assignment is funded by the Government of Norway and therefore specific criteria apply: - - Applicants must be Norwegian nationals. - - Applicants who already served on a UN Volunteer assignment funded by the Government of Norway are not eligible. - 25 October 2026 (23:59 UTC) - - Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The selection will be done by the UN Host Entity at the level of the country of assignment. Interviews will be conducted by UN Host Entities in November. - +++ UN Volunteer entitlement calculator: https://app.unv.org/calculator +++ - Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment. Additional eligibility criteria: Assignment requirements - English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level: - Master's degree in International Affairs, Economics, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance. - A bachelor’s degree may be considered in lieu of the standard educational requirement for candidates with three years of relevant experience. Competencies and values: - Adaptability and Flexibility - Commitment and Motivation - Commitment to Continuous Learning - Judgement and Decision-making - Planning and Organizing - Respect for Diversity - Technological Awareness Skills and experience: - Minimum of one year of relevant experience (three years of relevant experience required for candidates holding a bachelor's degree): - • Experience in programme/project support, coordination, implementation, monitoring or reporting, preferably in international development, climate change, environment, resili-ence, sustainable development or a related field. - • Experience supporting programme/project development and implementation, including preparation of reports, briefs, concept notes, presentations or other programme doc-umentation. - • Experience in stakeholder coordination and engagement with government institutions, development partners, civil society, communities and/or the private sector would be an asset. - • Demonstrated interest, knowledge or experience in climate change, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, sustainable food systems or related areas. - • Experience in a developing country or international development context would be an advantage. - • Exposure to disaster risk reduction, clean energy, climate finance, agroforestry or related climate/environmental initiatives would be an asset. - • Knowledge of or experience in climate adaptation and resilience-building programmes, including community engagement. - • Understanding of programme cycle particularly evidence-based programmes - • Proven ability to write briefs and analytical documents to a high standard, and to present complex technical information/analyses to technical and non-technical audience in simple and easily understandable way. - • Ability to foster cooperation with multiple stakeholders. - • Previous experience in proposal development and fund-raising - • General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures is con-sidered a plus. - • Knowledge of agricultural value chains is considered an advantage Area(s) of expertise: - Climate change, environment, Natural resources management, Community development