WREC Coalition Lead

WFP; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

WFP seeks an International Professional to lead the WREC Coalition in Dubai. The role will oversee strategic planning, donor liaison, and multi-agency collaboration to advance environmental sustainability in humanitarian logistics.

Based in Dubai, with relocation if needed to Rome for the LFT position, the incumbent will manage a diverse coalition, ensure timely delivery, and report to the Steering Committee. Fluent English and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in project management, logistics, international development or environmental sustainability.
• Experience in international humanitarian logistics and multi-stakeholder projects.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Plan and report project timelines, donor submissions, and meetings with the Steering Committee.
• Coordinate with partners, donors, and the WREC coalition to ensure timely implementation of deliverables.
• Oversee budget, resources, and staffing for coalition activities; monitor progress against plans.
• Provide leadership to SMEs and ensure effective collaboration across organisations.

Skills

Logistics operations

Environmental sustainability

Project management

English proficiency

Stakeholder presentation

Team coordination

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

PM software

Job description

The incumbent will be responsible for the overall convening strategic vision coalition management donor liaison representation work planning coordination of activities and related outcomes as agreed by the steering committee of the WREC Coalition The position is based in Dubai and reports to the Deputy Global Logistics amp Telecommunications Cluster Coordinator Logistics KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Planning amp Reporting Work with the Chair with the planning of all key project timelines and associated deliverables associated committee meetings donor reporting and submissions and interactions with broader partner community Work with the Chair and Steering Committee on fund-raising activities via the creation of project proposals briefings about the project to potential donors in close coordination with the LTC support team the Coalition Steering Committee and WREC team members Preparation and delivery of donor presentations briefings updates and reports in line with the proposal timelines Coordination Coordination with the representatives of the participating organisations Steering Committee serving as a non-decision-making member of the Steering Committee and as a secretariat function on behalf of same ensuring documenting and archiving of all decisions action points Technical supervision of the subject matter experts SMEs embedded within the participating organisations to ensure timely and effective implementation of project deliverables Coordination with other actors including donors private sector and academia as well as humanitarian implementers - involved in projects related to environmental sustainability in humanitarian action as it relates to humanitarian logistics ensuring to maintain partnerships and keeping up to date on complimentary activities Implementation Managing and supporting the WREC team members and contributors in implementing activities and deliverables outlined in the scope monitoring tasks on a day-to-day basis against plans to ensure project completion within time and budget Providing solutions to the Steering Committee on adjustment to the activities budgets outcomes and with changes to funding Facilitating the work of the Steering Committee with Partnership Framework Agreement and any associated legal MoUs required to facilitate funds and staffing management of project related assets including staffing Develop and manage the implementation of coalition and team work plans ensuring alignment with agreed objectives milestones deliverables and the sustainable use of environmental resources Manage engagement and coordination with coalition stakeholders partners and related initiatives to ensure cohesion alignment and effective collaboration throughout implementation Oversee coalition budget utilisation and resource coordination to achieve agreed goals Identify dependencies risks scope changes and potential issues implementing mitigation and contingency measures to safeguard delivery Undertake any other functions as required related to the management of the Project

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This is an International Professional position and is open to all nationalities The selected candidate will be employed on a limited fixed-term contract of 1 year renewable Limited Fixed-Term Appointment LFT position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period for up to 4 years The position is based in Rome and the selected candidate will be expected to relocate Incumbents of LFT positions are not eligible to apply for other mobile positions advertised internally through the Reassignment WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package including basic salary post adjustment relocation entitlement travel visa and shipment allowances 30 days annual leave home leave an education grant for dependent children a pension plan and medical insurance

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process

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

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Advanced university degree (Master s degree or equivalent) in project management, communications, logistics, international development, or environmental sustainability; A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: A minimum of eight years of professional experience including: working in an international context in humanitarian logistics. Experience in Project Management of multi stakeholder projects and drafting and elaborating partnership projects. Experience in working within the humanitarian sector and particularly in multi-agency collaborations is an advantage. Experience working with and presenting to high-level donor and other agency representatives is required.

Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of logistics operations and systems. Knowledge of environmental sustainability concepts is a must. Project Management certification desirable. Experience with large application implementation projects desirable. Strong familiarity with Project Management software. Ability to transform Business requirements into Technical Project Documentation. Excellent command of English both spoken and written. Excellent presentation and people skills. Experience at working with a decentralised team and a multi-organisation coalition is essential. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Ability to react to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.

Language: Fluency (level C) in English language is required. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language is desirable: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP s working language, Portuguese.