The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and the world’s largest humanitarian organization, is hiring three Project Managers for its Information Technology Division (TECD). These roles are fully remote and offer experienced professionals the opportunity to lead digital transformation initiatives that strengthen WFP’s mission to fight hunger worldwide. If you have 5+ years of project management experience, particularly in IT or digital environments, this could be your opportunity to contribute to life-saving global impact. About WFP WFP delivers humanitarian assistance in emergencies and builds long-term pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for communities affected by conflict, disasters, and climate change. The organization operates in over 120 countries, leveraging technology and data to improve service delivery and reach vulnerable populations more efficiently. WFP promotes a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural workplace grounded in five core values: Integrity Collaboration Commitment Humanity Inclusion Position Overview Job Title: Project Manager Division: Information Technology Division (Solution Delivery – TECD) Contract Type: Regular Consultancy Contract (CST) Level II Location: Fully Remote Deadline: 25 February 2026 (23:59 CET – Rome time) The selected candidates will lead complex IT and digital initiatives across multiple business units, ensuring high-quality technical solutions aligned with operational needs. Key Responsibilities The Project Manager will oversee the full project lifecycle, from initiation to delivery, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Core responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership Serve as the central focal point between business partners and technical teams Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors Design governance, communication, and change management frameworks Guide implementation using Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles Project Execution & Oversight Define and manage Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) Monitor schedules, financials, risks, and issues Maintain documentation aligned with PMO standards Ensure compliance with IT methodologies (SDLC, Agile/Scrum, testing frameworks) Risk & Stakeholder Management Track and mitigate project risks Communicate progress, timelines, and budget updates Manage stakeholder expectations Coordinate multi-vendor environments Budget & Resource Management Prepare and manage project budgets Track resource allocation Monitor expenditures and escalate deviations Required Qualifications Education University degree in Business Administration, Economics, IT, or related fields Project Management certification is desirable Experience Minimum 5 years of professional project management experience Proven delivery of full project lifecycle Preferably experience in IT, software development, or data & analytics environments Skills Strong knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies Experience managing cross-functional and multi-vendor teams Budget management expertise Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strategic and analytical thinking Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments Languages Fluency in English (Level C) Intermediate knowledge of another UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, or Portuguese) is desirable Why Join WFP? Work for a Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization Fully remote flexibility Global humanitarian impact Professional development, training, and internal mobility opportunities Inclusive and diverse working environment Competitive compensation package This role offers more than just a job—it provides the opportunity to drive digital innovation that directly improves humanitarian operations worldwide. Important Application Information Applications must be submitted online only via WFP’s recruitment platform Required documents at this stage: CV and Cover Letter only No application fees are charged Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted WFP strongly encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, regardless of race, gender, nationality, disability status, or identity. APPLY HERE This is a rare opportunity for experienced IT Project Managers to work remotely while contributing to one of the world’s most impactful humanitarian organizations. If you are passionate about digital transformation, data-driven solutions, and global development—and you meet the 5+ years experience requirement—this position could be your next career milestone. Apply before 25 February 2026 and be part of WFP’s mission to achieve Zero Hunger worldwide. For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization that is offering this position. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.