Readvertisement - HR Associate, SC 6

Job PostedOctober 26, 2026

World Food Programme (WFP)
Dar es Salaam Human Resource , Human Resources jobs Full time Jobs

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

9 November 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Dar es Salaam)
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.

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 TITLEHuman Resources Associate

TYPE OF CONTRACTService Contract

GRADE: SC 6

UNITHuman Resources

DUTY STATIONDar es Salaam Country Office

DURATION12 Months

PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

To provide comprehensive, client-focused HR services that align with WFP’s strategy and operational needs. The HR Associate will contribute to both operational delivery and strategic HR initiatives, including HR analytics, employee engagement, wellness, and advisory services.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive) :

This position is based in Dar es Salaam and will report directly to the Head of HR.

HR Advisory and Client Support

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related guidance in CO, ensuring high-quality, timely, and accurate HR advisory services aligned with WFP policies and procedures.

• Provide technical support to managers and staff on interpretation and application of HR rules, including entitlements, performance management, contracts, and staffing requirements.

Payroll Processing

• Support the monthly payroll cycle by validating HR data, entitlements, and deductions and administer end-to-end payroll processing in line with UN regulations, rules, and HR policies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls., reconcile variances, and coordinate with Finance and relevant stakeholders.

• Ensure data integrity within HR systems (e.g., Workday, PASpot), address payroll-related queries, maintain payroll records and prepare reports for audit and management review.

• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive HR/payroll information and uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

HR Analytics & Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret HR data (e.g., workforce composition, diversity metrics, turnover, contract modalities, performance trends) to support strategic planning, decision-making, and donor reporting.

• Produce HR dashboards, monthly/quarterly HR analytics reports, and contribute data for corporate and Country Office KPIs.

Talent Management & Onboarding

• Coordinate recruitment processes (from vacancy announcements to onboarding) and support the implementation of fair, transparent selection processes.

• Deliver comprehensive onboarding and orientation programs for new staff to promote early integration and retention.

Employee Engagement & Wellness

• Support initiatives that promote employee well-being, including coordination of wellness programs, awareness campaigns, psychosocial support activities, and work-life balance initiatives.

• Monitor engagement indicators and collaborate with relevant units to develop and implement action plans to enhance workplace culture and morale.

Performance Management & Learning

• Provide guidance and technical support during performance management cycles, ensuring timely completion of evaluations and meaningful goal setting.

• Coordinate learning needs assessments, maintain training records, and support implementation of training and development plans, including facilitating learning events.

• Facilitate internal learning sessions and knowledge-sharing activities in coordination with Head of HR and other Heads of Units.

• Support capacity-building efforts for staff and field offices, including the design and delivery of soft-skills and HR-related trainings (e.g., code of conduct, ethics, PSEA, performance management, etc.).