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)

 

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The Aviation Assistant will be responsible to perform a range of coordination and administrative activities that contribute to the safe and effective air service to the humanitarian community.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

1. To receive and manage flight bookings from eligible agencies (UN, Diplomatic Missions, Media, and NGOs) for travelling with WFP AFO flights.
2. Communicate with the agencies regarding the UNHAS procedures and update them accordingly on new procedures.
3. Provide flight information, flight confirmation, via e-mail/phone to the concerned agencies.
4. Distribute tickets and Air waybills one day before the flight to the passengers and confirm the flight reporting and departure times.
5. Print the manifests and give complete information about the passengers’ payment and flying status to the staff to the checking desk at the airport.
6. Receive the airport checking manifests and updating the office database, specifying no-shows and cancellations.
7. Prepare monthly and quarterly flight reports for the Air Operation Officers.
8. Record, process, compile and prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports on flying hours, aircraft status, passenger and cargo loads.
9. Performing any other tasks as requested by the supervisor.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:
• Experience in restricted flying zones, and other aviation risks and assisting in flight planning.
• Experience in handling passenger manifests and aircraft loading.
• Experience in interpreting routine weather reports.
• Experience in basic flight following and radio telephony procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Completion of secondary school education. Post-secondary certificate in air traffic control, flight dispatch, aeronautical engineering or related field is desirable.
Experience: A minimum of Five (5) years of relevant work experience in aviation operations, ground handling, or related fields.
Language: Fluency in oral and written English and Portuguese language.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Type of contract: Service Contract – Level 5

Duty Station: Pemba, Cabo Delgado

Duration: 6 months

This position is open to Mozambican Nationals Only.

Female-qualified candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

13th May 2026

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be Contacted

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.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, access the following link:

Aviation Assistant (UNHAS Booking), SC5, Pemba – Cabo Delagado