Data Analyst – WFP Volunteer - Maxine Hanrieder

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

29 September 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Nairobi)

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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.

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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: Data Analyst – WFP Volunteer

TYPE OF CONTRACT: WFP Volunteer

UNIT/DIVISION: WFP Innovation Accelerator (INNA),

DUTY STATION (City, Country):  Munich, Germany to be based in Nairobi Kenya

DURATION: 4 to 6 months.

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

Based in Munich, Germany, the Innovation Accelerator provides WFP employees, entrepreneurs, and start-ups with funding, hands-on support, and access to WFP’s global operations. Through the Innovation Accelerator, WFP is leveraging unprecedented advances in digital innovation - such as mobile technology, artificial intelligence and blockchain - and new business models to transform the way it serves vulnerable communities across the world. Most recently, the Accelerator runs programmes for external partners such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and others.

More information here: http://innovation.wfp.org and https://youtu.be/OnKkQlRdh2c.

The Volunteer will support the WFP Innovation Accelerator and Frontiers AI team in data analysis, reporting, project coordination, and operational support activities related to the Transaction Anomaly Detection (TAD) initiative. Working under the guidance of senior data specialists and project leads, the volunteer will contribute to data preparation, quality assurance, documentation, dashboard maintenance, and stakeholder coordination to facilitate the successful implementation of innovation projects.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Under the supervision of AI project manager

• Conduct analyses into WFP Cash-Based Transfer (CBT) distributions and redemption patterns to identify natural clusters, regional behavioral variations, and data inconsistencies.

• Support exploratory data analysis activities by identifying trends, patterns, and data quality issues.

• Support the Implementation of multi-horizon aggregation strategies (e.g., short-term vs. long-term windows) to calculate "Profile Deltas" that capture sudden behavioral shifts in beneficiary accounts.

• Support in monitoring data quality and flag inconsistencies for review by senior analysts.

• Ensure compliance with WFP’s data governance, privacy, and security policies, safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining ethical standards in data usage. 2. Operational Deployment and Project Management.

• Provide feedback to system sponsors for continuous improvements to data quality, system performance, and adherence to standards. Assist in coordinating communication between project teams, country offices, and external partner

• Contribute to the development and utilization of data quality monitoring tools to improve accuracy, consistency, and adherence to best practices in data management. 3. Execute any other task required to support the activities of the Head of the Accelerator Office.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

●      Cleaned and organized datasets supporting project activities.

●      Periodic analytical summaries and reporting outputs.

●      Updated project documentation, trackers, and meeting records.

●      Contributions to dashboard maintenance and reporting processes.

●      Research briefs and background materials supporting innovation initiatives.

●      Documented lessons learned and feedback from project activities.

●      Ensure that all work and materials developed during the Volunteer Assignment are well documented and available to the WFP Innovation Accelerator team.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

 

Education: Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.

Knowledge & Skills:    

• Data Analytics & Engineering:

• Proficiency in data manipulation and querying (e.g., SQL, Python/Pandas).

•  cross-functional communication, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to translate between complex algorithms and on-the-ground operational realities.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English is required. Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages) is beneficial.

Conditions: This is an unpaid voluntary position with a fixed duration period of up-to 6 months - No guarantee of extension beyond this time period.

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 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.