PJoin to apply for the strongKorean JPO Procurement Officer P2 /strong role at strongWorld Food Programme /strong /pp2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants /ppJoin to apply for the strongKorean JPO Procurement Officer P2 /strong role at strongWorld Food Programme /strong /ppDirect message the job poster from World Food Programme /ph3Leading Global Talent Attraction, Strategic Sourcing and Outreach at UN's World Food Programme | xNestlé | 34K+ Followers | MHRM | DI Advocate |… /h3pstrongDEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS /strong /pp1 August 2025-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome) /ppstronguCONTEXT AND BACKGROUND /u /strong /ppThe Procurement Service in WFP Headquarters supports global Supply Chain and Delivery operations by managing or assisting Country Offices with the procurement of food, goods, and services, enabling WFP to deliver Programme activities worldwide. In 2024, WFP procured 1.97 million MT of food commodities across 150 countries, delivered $1.96 billion in Cash-Based Transfers, and procured $1.15 billion worth of goods and services. /ppWFP integrates best practices in procurement to drive efficiency, optimize lead times, reduce costs, and ensure effective risk management and delivery assurance. The Procurement Service is undergoing a transformation to streamline processes, strengthen partnerships, and enhance supplier management through category management and digital solutions. /ppTo support these goals and prepare a new generation of Procurement Officers, WFP is seeking a Junior Professional Officer in the Supply Chain Delivery Division at Headquarters in Rome, Italy. /ppstronguGENERAL INFORMATION /u /strong /pullistrongTitle of Post: /strongProcurement Officer /lilistrongGrade: /strongP2 /lilistrongSupervisor: /strongSenior Procurement Officer (Category Manager) /lilistrongUnit: /strongGlobal Markets, Coordinated Markets /lilistrongDivision/Country Office: /strongSupply Chain and Delivery Division /lilistrongDuty Station: /strongHeadquarters, Rome, Italy /lilistrongDuration of assignment: /strongTwo years in HQ (with 1 year in Food Category, 1 year in Goods and Service Category, and a possible third year in a WFP Country Office or Global Office.) /li /ulpstronguDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /u /strong /ppUnder the direct supervision of a senior Procurement Officer, the JPO will have the following responsibilities: /pulliActively participate in the entire procurement process, from sourcing and selecting suppliers to preparing tender documents, and supporting timely delivery and contractual adherence to meet business needs. /liliAnalyze potential risks and opportunities and assist in designing and implementing approaches that align procurement strategies and policies with the organization's objectives. /liliAnalyze key spend trends and KPIs to support decision-making, track performance for lower-risk projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. /liliUsing established methodologies, research and analyze market dynamics with a focus on budget and pricing to inform commodity and supply chain strategies and best practices for sustainable market engagement. /liliSupport clients with analysis to develop clear specifications for lower-risk procurements and assist throughout the procurement process to enhance understanding of needs. /liliContribute to the development of Category Strategies by supporting process standardization, conducting supplier and market analyses to ensure client satisfaction and value for money. /liliCollaborate with stakeholders, including suppliers, superintendents, and companies, to align procurement activities with wider programmes and ensure a coherent approach to meeting food assistance needs. /liliAnalyze supplier responsiveness to tenders and performance issues to identify areas for improvement and enhance supplier alignment with WFP requirements and quality standards. /liliParticipate in emergency response activities as required, supporting efforts to meet food assistance needs. /liliAssist in fostering a collaborative work environment by supporting team activities, promoting knowledge-sharing, and participating in training programs to build skills and capacity. /liliOther as required. /li /ulpstronguEXPECTED OUTCOMES /u /strong /ppIt is expected that the JPO will become an integral part of the Procurement Service in WFP Headquarters and contribute towards the team’s set targets and goals during the period of assignment. The two years spent in Headquarters are designed to build expertise and knowledge that will support the JPO’s performance during their third year of assignment in the field, should that be agreed upon. /ppOutcomes of the assignment will emcontribute /emto: /pulliDevelopment and execution of Procurement Strategy/Procurement plans for specific categories (food, goods and services) on an annual basis. /liliSupporting the implementation or improvement of at least one key procurement process, such as supplier selection or category strategy development. /liliCompleting risk evaluations for lower-risk procurement projects and providing recommendations for performance optimization. /liliImplementation of key transformational aspects of Procurement (e.g., business partnering, data analysis, local/regional food procurement concepts). /liliOperational Field Support to Regional Bureaus and Country Offices, as needed. /liliCross functional collaboration and functional/thematic engagements requiring involvement from the Procurement function to foster partnerships. /li /ulpstronguESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE /u /strong /pulliAdvanced university degree in Economics, Commerce, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, Legal or Accounting or other relevant field, or First University degree with 4 years of additional relevant work experience. /liliMinimum of two years relevant working experience in Procurement or Supply Chain with procurement activities such as purchasing, vendor research, conducting cost analyses, analysing trends, and working with vendors and partners. /liliFluency (level C) in English and Korean. /liliCertificate of English proficiency test: Applicants should score a minimum of (i) TOEFL iBT 100 or (ii) TEPS 430 or (iii) IELTS 7 or (iv) TOEIC 900. /li /ulp- TOEFL ‘Home Edition’ score is accepted while ‘MyBest Scores’ are not accepted /pp- IELTS General Training and Academic test are both accepted /pp- Test scores are valid for 2 years after the test date. /pulliNot older than 32 years of age as of 31st December 2025 (born after 1st January 1993). The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended accordingly: one year will be extended for those who served for less than one year; two years will be extended for those who served for more than one year and less than two years; three years will be extended for those who served for two years or more. /liliMale applicants shall have completed the Korean military service or be exempted from it. Those who will be discharged from military service in the year of the application may also apply. /liliApplicants can apply for a maximum of two JPO positions sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea during the year of application. /liliProficiency in Windows MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook). /liliBehavioural competencies: leads by example with integrity, drives results and delivers on commitments, fosters inclusive and collaborative teamwork, applies strategic thinking, builds, and maintains sustainable partnerships. /li /ulpstrongREQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL DOCUMENTS TO BE UPLOADED UNDER THE CV/COVER LETTER SECTION) /strong /ppstrongPLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ONLY WHEN ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ARE ATTACHED TO IT. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MODIFY YOUR APPLICATION ONCE SUBMITTED. /strong /pulliA complete application (e.g., P11, PHP, etc.) and motivation letter in English /liliA scanned copy of applicant’s Resident Register in English /liliA copy of university degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s degree) certificate in English /liliA copy of the English proficiency test certificate /liliOnly for male applicants who have completed the national military service: A certificate of Korean Military Service in English. The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended in accordance with the Support for Discharged Soldiers Act and the Military Service Law. /liliOnly for low-income applicants: A scanned copy of a certificate of National Basic Livelihood Security Recipients issued in Korean and its unofficial translation in English. /liliOnly for persons with disability: A scanned copy of a certificate of person with disability issued in Korean and English. /li /ulpstrongDESIRED REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE /strong /pulliExposure to the international arena either by direct work for an international institution/organization or by interacting with international stakeholders. /liliIntermediate level of one, or more, of the following official languages: French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese. /liliWFP’s international professionals are required to serve in different locations around the world during their career (including in hardship duty stations); willingness to be mobile would maximise opportunities for long-term retention into the Organization. /li /ulpstronguTRAINING COMPONENTS /u /strong /ppThe training of the JPO will primarily involve on-the-job learning, providing a thorough introduction to WFP procurement guidelines and procedures, vendor selection and management, the tendering process, and contract execution. Practical training will include participation in the Procurement Smart Sourcing Project and exposure to related business transformation initiatives. The JPO will also receive training on WFP corporate procurement tools, such as WINGS (SAP), DOTS and In-Tend to ensure proficiency and confidence in their use. /ppTo foster cross-functional and professional development, the JPO will have access to WFP’s learning management system, offering a range of learning solutions for skill enhancement and thematic areas aligned with WFP’s mandate. Completion of all WFP mandatory trainings will equip the JPO with an understanding of WFP operations and procedures, contributing to a safe and respectful workplace. Opportunities for internal deployments to other services within the WFP Supply Chain and Delivery Division (e.g., Logistics, RD) will further enrich the JPO's learning experience. /ppstrongFor general information on the JPO Programme of the Republic of Korea, please visit the website of the International Organizations Recruitment Center, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea at /strong /ph3Seniority level /h3ullih3Seniority level /h3Mid-Senior level /li /ulh3Employment type /h3ullih3Employment type /h3Full-time /li /ulh3Job function /h3ullih3Job function /h3Supply Chain /lilih3Industries /h3Non-profit Organizations and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage /li /ulpReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at World Food Programme by 2x /ph3Sign in to set job alerts for “Procurement Officer” roles. /h3h3Procurement Manager (Public Procurement) /h3h3Category Buyer for Electrical Products and Multi Functional Team Leader for a Category /h3h3TAS-JV Procurement Risk Performance Manager /h3h3Category Buyer Intellectual Services Information Technology /h3pWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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