Head of Project - WFP Programming*

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are very good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Port Sudan, Sudan. The position is paid according to Salary Group 8.

Welthungerhilfe (WHH) has been active in Sudan since 1998 and is currently looking for an experienced project manager to lead a large WFP-funded programme in North Darfur and other states. This position focuses on tackling food and nutrition insecurity through the implementation of WFP projects and related programming. As the Head of Project you will oversee project implementation, provide strategic guidance, and ensure that activities meet contractual obligations and WHH’s quality standards. The role also includes building and supporting project teams, analysing the humanitarian context, and contributing to WHH Sudan’s broader response strategy.

Your responsibilities

• Manage implementation of WFP project that includes in-kind food distribution, Cash Based Transfer, Food Assistance for Assets and nutrition specific intervention such as Outpatient Theraupitic feeding Programme and Targeted Supplementary Feeding Programme (TSFP), Home Fortification, Emergency Blanket Supplementary Feeding Programme (eBSFP) and Food Based Prevention of Malnutrition (FBPM)
• Spearhead piloting of integrated nutrition sensitive intervention in collaboration with WFP
• Manage communication and information flow between WFP and Welthungerhilfe at North Darfur level
• Lead the proposal development process of WFP Operation for North Dafur
• Lead negotiation process of Field Level Agreement (FLA) with WFP at North Darfur level
• Keep track of all changes to the FLA and update Welthungerhilfe Country Office
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of reports and invoices to WFP
• Manage project resources e.g. staff, equipment and funds
• Identify and create opportunities for project staff capacity development
• Manage national NGO partner organizations and ensure that they comply to Welthungerhilfe and WFP regulations while undertaking project activities
• Ensure that all Welthungerhilfe staff and national partner staff involved in the project are compliant to Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) and Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption policies

Your profile

• A university in international/rural development, nutrition, agriculture, project management, or a related field
• At least 3-5 years of project management experience in humanitarian or development programming, preferably in the region
• Experience managing and developing WFP programming
• Coordination and organisational skills - even under a high workload
• A high level of mental and physical resilience and a willingness to work in difficult settings
• Excellent communication skills and intercultural sensibility
• You recognize the growing value of data within an organization and inspire teams to make decisions grounded in analysis and evidence
• Readiness to receive necessary vaccinations for traveling to Welthungerhilfe's programme countries
• Fluency in English is required, and a very good command of both written and spoken Arabic would be a strong asset

What we offer

• Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.
• Commitment to Well-Being: We attach great importance to our duty of care with a focus on safety, security & health.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which you can find under Our benefits.

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by October 26, 2025. Your contact person is Reda Bendahmane. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

• Fluency in English is required, and a very good command of both written and spoken Arabic would be a strong asset