This job hits my list because the employer is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize winner. But a word of caution - any role in the UN Common System comes with an unrelenting cascade of oxygen-stealing, make-you-crazy bureaucracy. Speaking from experience, you’re going to need grit to prevail in this setting.
That said, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) is worth a look. Consistent with the mission of the WFP, World Food Program USA works with U.S. policymakers, corporations, foundations and individuals to help provide resources and develop policies needed to alleviate global hunger.
WFP USA is currently looking for a Global Program Specialist with superior organization and writing skills to craft compelling content for donors and prospective donors. They’re asking for a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in proposal development (or similar work). If you don’t have everything on their wish list, apply anyway. Remember, job requirement lists are *always* wish lists that no single person can fulfill.
What I love
You’ll be working with the UN WFP home office, country offices, and programmatic experts, which means you’ll be exposed to the breadth and depth of this massive, global organization.
And don’t forget…
You can follow this org, read about its team, and follow the team members whose profiles inspire you. This is a great way to build communal genius (aka your social impact scenius)!