Business Support Assistant – Fixed Term (G5)

About the role

The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Business Support Assistant to provide a wide range of business support activities at its African Union Global Office in Addis Ababa. This fixed‑term position (G5) will support the office’s operational and administrative functions while contributing to WFP’s mission of saving lives in emergencies and building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver a wide range of business support activities, interpreting standard guidelines and practices.
• Recommend courses of action to staff at various levels and allocate tasks to junior colleagues.
• Perform front‑office management functions and support the Deputy Director or Head of Office.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in business support or administrative roles.
• Ability to interpret guidelines and make recommendations.
• Commitment to WFP values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, Inclusion) and ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Attractive compensation package as outlined in the vacancy announcement.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, mentorship and internal mobility within WFP.
• Inclusive, diverse and multicultural work environment.