Job Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

4 October 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

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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 TITLE: Nutrition Content Writer

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Regular Consultant Level 2

UNIT/DIVISION: Nutrition, Schools Meals and Social Protection Service (PRGS)

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Rome, Italy

DURATION: 3 months (with possibility of extension)

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

Malnutrition remains one of the world’s greatest public health challenges. An estimated 43 million children suffer from acute malnutrition and 150 million are affected by stunting, while overweight and obesity are increasing across all regions. Maternal and child undernutrition continues to contribute significantly to child mortality and poor development outcomes.

Nutrition is a cross-cutting priority for WFP. Through its programmes, partnerships and systems, WFP works to prevent and manage malnutrition, improve diets, and support better nutrition outcomes for vulnerable populations.

The purpose of the assignment is to support WFP Nutrition in delivering high-quality written products, including speeches, talking points, briefing notes, reports, web and communications content. The role will support the drafting, editing and updating of materials to the highest standards while contributing to the work of the Nutrition Strategic Engagement Team. It requires close collaboration with internal teams and active engagement with external partners to ensure content clearly communicates nutrition priorities, partnerships and collective efforts to improve nutrition outcomes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working closely with the various teams in the Nutrition team and broader Service, and under the direct supervision of the Senior Nutrition Partnerships Officer, the consultant will be:

• Accountable for editing copy swiftly and with a high level of accuracy, ensuring consistency, clarity and alignment with WFP's corporate messaging and partner expectations.
• Lead the drafting, editing and quality assurance of high-quality nutrition content, including speeches, talking points, briefing notes, reports, opinion pieces, fact sheets, web content and other strategic communications materials.
• Translate complex technical and programmatic nutrition content into clear, compelling and accessible narratives tailored to a range of audiences, including senior leadership, donors, policymakers, partners and the general public.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of nutrition content through rigorous fact-checking and close collaboration with technical experts, programme teams and external contributors.
• Increase the use of storytelling for internal and external audiences, elevating the voices and experiences of communities, partners and WFP staff.
• Strengthening writing and storytelling capacity across the Nutrition Service through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Define and produce content outlines, concept notes and communication products, ensuring inputs from relevant internal teams and partners are effectively reflected.
• Support strategic partnerships and engagement efforts by developing evidence-based advocacy content and translating technical nutrition priorities, programme results and policy objectives into clear and compelling messages for external audiences, including donors, governments, UN agencies, research institutions, civil society, foundations and private sector partners.
• Perform other related duties, including support to outreach, advocacy and partner-facing communications, as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

• High-quality speeches, talking points, briefing notes, reports and other communications products delivered to the highest standards for a range of audiences, including senior leadership, donors, partners, governments and the public.
• Clear, compelling and accessible communications and advocacy materials that support nutrition programme teams in positioning priorities, programme results and policy objectives with key stakeholders.
• Support the advocacy and communications pillar of the nutrition strategy, including elevating the voices of the people WFP serves and reflecting partner perspectives where relevant.
• Engaging storytelling and content products that showcase programme experiences, lessons learned and nutrition outcomes, bringing technical and operational work to life for diverse audiences.
• Strategic nutrition products reviewed, edited and proofread to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency and adherence to WFP editorial, branding and quality standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced University degree in English, English Literature, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.

Experience:

At least 6 years of relevant professional experience with developing, writing and producing speeches for senior leadership, editorial reports, policy documents, copy and corporate communications products on the topic of nutrition and food security to engage various audiences, with a special focus on donors and partners.

Knowledge & Skills:

Superb writing and editing skills, including a strong understanding of storytelling as well as a strong background in editorial work

Close attention to details

Ability to manage time, prioritize (according to organizational priorities)

Ability to work collaboratively across teams and engage effectively with external partners

Languages: Fluency in English required; Knowledge of a second UN language would be an asset.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.
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• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.
• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.