Checked by NextRoleHub · Posted 6 Nov 2026
Communications CST job in Uganda: World Food Programme (WFP) is recruiting for the IM and Communications CST role, based in Kampala, Uganda. Applications close on 14 December 2026 at 23:59 Central European Time (Rome), which is 1:59 am on 15 December in Kampala.
Job Overview
- PositionIM and Communications CST
- CompanyWorld Food Programme (WFP)
- LocationKampala, Uganda
- Job typeFull Time
- ClosingApplications close on 14 December 2026 at 23:59 Central European Time (Rome), which is 1:59 am on 15 December in Kampala.
About the Company
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organisation, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability and prosperity in more than 120 countries and territories. Official organisation information.
About the IM and Communications CST Role
The consultant supports a three-year WFP initiative to strengthen the safety, efficiency, accountability and sustainability of humanitarian road transport operations across several African countries. The role reports to the Project Manager and works with country offices, partners and communications teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain project monitoring systems, databases and dashboards across participating countries.
- Consolidate operational, fleet, safety and training data from country offices and transporters; monitor road-safety, accident-reduction, operational-efficiency and capacity-strengthening KPIs.
- Establish baseline data, maintain performance tracking and conduct data-quality assurance and validation.
- Produce reports and dashboards, support country offices on information management, data collection, reporting and performance tracking, and deliver training, tools and templates.
- Maintain programme documentation, assessments, action plans, lessons learned and country implementation records; support M&E frameworks and donor reports.
- Support the communications and visibility plan; prepare success stories, case studies, narratives, briefing notes, talking points, presentations and event documentation; liaise with WFP communications teams.
Qualifications and Requirements
- University degree in Information Management, Business Administration, International Development, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
- At least five years of relevant professional experience in information management, monitoring and evaluation, reporting or data analysis.
- Experience preparing communications for donors, partners and senior management, plus data visualisation and dashboard development.
- Donor-funded programme experience is desirable; humanitarian, development, logistics or supply-chain operations experience is highly desirable.
- Good information-management skills; advanced Excel and Microsoft Office; Tableau knowledge is an asset; monitoring and evaluation methods; transport, logistics and fleet concepts are desirable.
- Fluency in oral and written English and French.
Salary and Benefits
WFP describes an attractive compensation package in the terms and conditions section of the official vacancy; exact figures are not stated.
How to Apply
Apply only through the WFP online recruiting system. At the application stage, the only documents required are your CV and cover letter. Applications close on 14 December 2026 at 23:59 Central European Time (Rome), which is 1:59 am on 15 December in Kampala.
How NextRoleHub Verified This Job
- Checked on 6 November 2026 against World Food Programme (WFP)'s official advert.
- Closing date confirmed as 14 December 2026. NextRoleHub closes the listing at 23:59 Kampala time that day.
- The application link goes to the employer's own page or email. Applying is free; report anyone who asks for money.
- Before you apply, read our guide: How to find NGO jobs in Uganda. Work out your pay with the take-home pay calculator.
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