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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 30 December 2026-23:59-GMT-05:00 Eastern Standard Time (Panama)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

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).

ABOUT THE POOL

As part of WFP’s ongoing commitment to supporting and retaining talent during times of organizational change, this Pool has been established to facilitate the potential hiring of individuals previously engaged under Special Service Agreements (SSA), Service Contracts (SC), or Local Fixed-Term or Continuing Appointments.

If you held one of these contract types in the Panama Regional Office and your contract has ended or is ending, you are invited to express your interest in future local employment opportunities through this platform. By submitting your personal details, qualifications, and work preferences, you may be considered for relevant openings aligned with your profile and in respect of WFP Human Resources rules and regulations.

Key Points

• Your profile will remain active in the Pool for two years from the date of enrollment.
• Hiring managers and HR officers may reach out directly if a suitable opportunity arises.
• Inclusion in the Pool does not guarantee employment.
• We strongly encourage you to continue monitoring WFP’s Career Page and apply directly to roles that match your skills and experience.

Important Notes

• For SSA and SC holders, please note that the applicable staffing framework policy remains in effect, including provisions on eligibility and the maximum allowable contract duration.
• Inclusion in the Pool is entirely voluntary and does not alter the nature of future contracts. Individuals will be required to acknowledge and confirm their understanding of the differences between contract types when enrolling.
• This Pool is not available to international candidates.
• We appreciate your continued interest in contributing to WFP’s mission and encourage you to stay connected with us.

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SOBRE EL BANCO DE TALENTO

Como parte del compromiso continuo del WFP de apoyar y retener el talento durante los períodos de cambio organizacional, se ha establecido este Banco de Talento para facilitar la posible contratación de personas previamente vinculadas mediante Acuerdos de Servicios Especiales (SSA), Contratos de Servicios (SC) o Contratos Locales de Plazo Fijo o Continuos.

Si has trabajado bajo uno de estos tipos de contrato en la Oficina Regional de Panamá y tu contrato ha finalizado o está por finalizar, te invitamos a expresar tu interés en futuras oportunidades de empleo local a través de esta plataforma. Al enviar tu información personal, calificaciones y preferencias laborales, podrás ser considerado/a para vacantes que se alineen con tu perfil, en conformidad con las normas y reglamentos de Recursos Humanos del WFP.

Puntos Clave

• Tu perfil permanecerá activo en el Banco de Talento durante dos años a partir de la fecha de inscripción.
• Gerentes contratantes y oficiales de RRHH podrán contactarte directamente si surge una oportunidad adecuada.
• La inclusión en el Banco de Talento no garantiza una oferta de empleo.
• Te recomendamos seguir consultando la Página de Carreras del WFP y postularte directamente a las vacantes que se ajusten a tus habilidades y experiencia.

Notas Importantes

• Para personas con contratos SSA o SC, siguen vigentes las políticas aplicables, incluidas las disposiciones sobre elegibilidad y duración máxima del contrato.
• La inclusión en el Banco de Talento es completamente voluntaria y no modifica la naturaleza de futuros contratos. Las personas deberán confirmar su comprensión de las diferencias entre los tipos de contrato al momento de inscribirse.
• Este Banco de Talento no está disponible para candidatos internacionales.

Agradecemos tu interés continuo en contribuir a la misión del WFP y te animamos a mantenerte conectado/a con nosotros.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

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

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

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.
• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at http://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.