Nutrition & Policy Lead — Punjab Programs

World Food Programme; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

World Food Programme in Lahore, Pakistan, invites applications for a Programme Policy Officer (NOB) on a fixed-term 12-month contract. The role leads nutrition, food systems and school meals planning, coordination with government bodies and partners, and monitoring for impact.

Fluency in English; knowledge of Urdu desirable. The incumbent reports to the Head of Office Punjab, with responsibilities spanning strategy, policy support, and capacity strengthening.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required; or First University Degree with additional 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation and oversight of nutrition, food systems and school meals in Punjab.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure high-quality implementation and monitoring.
• Engage with government, partners and stakeholders for policy dialogue and coordination.
• Monitor progress, prepare reports and support evidence-based decisions.

Skills

Government engagement

Policy dialogue

Monitoring & reporting

Program management

Education

Advanced degree in Public Health

Job description

World Food Programme in Lahore, Pakistan, invites applications for a Programme Policy Officer (NOB) on a fixed-term 12-month contract. The role leads nutrition, food systems and school meals planning, coordination with government bodies and partners, and monitoring for impact.

Fluency in English; knowledge of Urdu desirable. The incumbent reports to the Head of Office Punjab, with responsibilities spanning strategy, policy support, and capacity strengthening.