Economist Fellow Economic and Markets Unit Analysis, Planning and Performance Division Zhao Mingyi

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS26 October 2025 – 23:59 GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.ABOUT WFPThe 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.WHY JOIN WFPWFP 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 programmes, as well as through internal mobility opportunities.A career at 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).BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIVISIONThe Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Service (APP‑F) of the Analysis Planning and Performance Division (APP) of the World Food Programme (WFP) leads WFP’s food‑security analysis supporting a large network of analysts in Regional Bureaux (RBx) and Country Offices (COs). Food‑security analysis is a cornerstone of the organization’s work, providing governments and partners with essential information to identify populations in need and target the most appropriate type and scale of interventions, as well as the necessary knowledge to inform policy decisions and advocacy efforts. Analyses span emergency assessments, in‑depth household surveys, food‑security monitoring, early warning and forecasting, spatial analysis and economic and market analysis.The Economic and Markets Unit (APP‑FE) leverages economic analysis to support operational decision‑making and evidence‑driven advocacy. The unit provides tools, guidance and support to WFP COs to enhance their capacity to monitor food prices, assess markets, analyze essential needs and adjust programmes in contexts of economic volatility, ensuring that interventions are both timely and effective. APP‑FE further monitors economic trends and risks, analyzes food‑security implications of global economic shocks and runs scenario simulations based on cutting‑edge economic research.GENERAL INFORMATIONType of assignment: FellowshipNumber of available positions: 1Country of assignment: ItalyCity of assignment: RomeHiring Unit: Economic and Markets Unit; Analysis Planning and Performance DivisionSupervisor: Lead EconomistWorking arrangement: In personDuration of assignment: 3‑6 monthsExpected Starting Date: June 2025DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the unit’s portfolio on prices and currencies, including price database management, price analysis and publication of monthly market monitors.Improve the unit’s price‑related products to better serve Country Office needs.Use AI tools sustainably to reduce repetitive tasks related to the price database.Provide economic analyses for divisional and executive management, Regional Bureaux and Country Offices as requested.STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBe an undergraduate or master's student or a graduate in economics, statistics, household or agricultural economics, food security or another relevant field.Excellent written and spoken English is required (proficiency level C). Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Portuguese) is an asset.Experience in quantitative analysis.Experience working with prices and economic data.Excellent command of MS Office and Stata or R.Strong econometric skills highly desirable.SUPERVISIONUnder the direct supervision of the lead economist.TRAINING COMPONENTSThroughout the assignment, WFP interns have access to an industry‑leading learning platform weLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, they may participate in WFP workshops or seminars as appropriate.LEARNING ELEMENTSAt the end of the assignment the Intern should have gained experience in supporting humanitarian/food‑security interventions with actionable operational research; master the analysis of price data; and understand how a UN organisation works.WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORKThese are the common standards of behaviour that guide how we work together to accomplish our mission.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONWFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact human resources‑people‑ (use the appropriate contact point listed on the WFP careers portal).NO FEE DISCLAIMERThe United Nations does not charge any application processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. 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