Environmental Sustainability Coalition Lead (Logistics)

WFP - World Food Programme; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

World Food Programme in Dubai is seeking an experienced Coalition Lead for Environmental Sustainability in Humanitarian Logistics (WREC). The role is based in Dubai and will chair the steering committee, coordinate partners, and drive strategic direction with a focus on donor engagement.

You will manage a multi-organisation coalition, supervise SMEs, and ensure timely delivery within budget while representing WFP to donors and partners in a high-pressure humanitarian setting.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in project management, logistics, international development, or environmental sustainability.
• Experience in international humanitarian logistics and multi-stakeholder projects.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication; ability to present to high-level donors.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage key project timelines, deliverables, and donor reporting.
• Lead fundraising activities and prepare project proposals for donors.
• Prepare and deliver donor presentations, updates, and reports within timelines.
• Coordinate with Steering Committee and partner organisations; maintain records of decisions and actions.
• Provide technical supervision to SMEs and ensure timely, budget-aligned implementation.
• Engage with donors, private sector, and academia to align activities and build partnerships.
• Oversee coalition budget utilization and staffing considerations; manage risk and contingencies.

Skills

Project management

Logistics

Stakeholder coordination

Donor liaison

English proficiency

Presentation skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Project management software

MS Office

Job description

World Food Programme in Dubai is seeking an experienced Coalition Lead for Environmental Sustainability in Humanitarian Logistics (WREC). The role is based in Dubai and will chair the steering committee, coordinate partners, and drive strategic direction with a focus on donor engagement.

You will manage a multi-organisation coalition, supervise SMEs, and ensure timely delivery within budget while representing WFP to donors and partners in a high-pressure humanitarian setting.