Job Advertisement: Anticipatory Action and Disaster Risk Reduction Expert

Organization: United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)
Duty Station: Dodoma, Tanzania
Contract Type: SC9 – One year renewable
Unit/Division: Tanzania Country Office, ESARO
Application Deadline: 5 February 2026, 23:59 GMT+03:00 (East Africa Time, Dar es Salaam)

About WFP

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for communities affected by conflict, disasters, and climate change. WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and provides a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural work environment.

At WFP, employees are supported through professional development, internal mobility, mentorship, coaching, and training programs. Staff have the opportunity to work across country, regional, and global offices to deliver humanitarian assistance to millions of people worldwide.

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Purpose of the Role

The Anticipatory Action and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Expert will support WFP Tanzania in the implementation of anticipatory action and disaster risk reduction programmes at national and district levels, working closely with the Prime Minister’s Office – Disaster Management Department (PM-DMD). The expert will support government and partners to strengthen early warning systems, disaster preparedness, and risk reduction initiatives to mitigate the impact of climate extremes on vulnerable communities.

This position requires frequent travel to Dar es Salaam and project districts as needed.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Disaster Risk Reduction

Conduct district-level hazard, exposure, capacity, and vulnerability assessments (Risk Assessments) in collaboration with PMO-DMD and district experts.
Support the development of District Emergency Preparedness and Response Plans (EPRPs).
Develop DRM programmes linked to social protection and anticipatory action.
Support contingency planning for hazards such as floods, droughts, and epidemics.
Provide technical input to policy and strategy development on DRR.
Participate in donor working groups, including the UN Emergency Coordination Group (ECG).
Coordinate with ESARO DRR colleagues to support emergency preparedness and response SOPs.

Anticipatory Action

Support PMO-DMD in coordinating multi-sectoral anticipatory action systems from national to sub-national levels.
Act as secretariat for the Anticipatory Action Technical Working Group.
Develop multi-hazard anticipatory action plans in collaboration with WFP teams, government, and partners.
Define impact-based triggers and thresholds for anticipatory actions with relevant stakeholders.
Develop implementation plans for anticipatory actions and provide technical support to field teams.
Support M&E teams and partners in developing learning agendas for anticipatory action.
Align anticipatory action initiatives with Shock Responsive Social Protection programmes.
Support resource mobilization for anticipatory action portfolios.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education:

Advanced university degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, climate change, environment, earth sciences, geography, climatology, disaster risk reduction/management, or related fields.

Experience:

Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible experience in disaster risk reduction, disaster risk management, risk financing, or related areas, including work with government agencies.
Experience in food security, agriculture, or rural development programmes is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical assistance and capacity building for climate action programmes.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong understanding of climate impacts on food security and available climate services.
Ability to engage effectively with government, UN, and NGO stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to convey complex meteorological information to non-experts.
Strong analytical, reporting, and writing skills.
Strong interpersonal, coordination, and diplomacy skills.
Proactive, independent, organized, and able to meet deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure.
Proficiency in Windows and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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Reasonable Accommodation

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

No Fee Disclaimer

WFP does not charge any application, processing, training, testing, or interview fee. Any solicitation for payment should be disregarded.

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted through WFP’s online recruitment system. CVs or spontaneous applications via email are not accepted.
For technical support, contact: global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org (applications sent here will not be considered).
Submit a complete profile, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable).
Required documents at application: CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents may be requested later.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WFP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or HIV status.

Deadline for Applications: 5 February 2026 – 23:59 GMT+03:00 (East Africa Time, Dar es Salaam)

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