UN Jobs – Consultant (Trainer) – World Food Programme

Job Overview

The World Food Programme (WFP), the leading humanitarian organization dedicated to eradicating global hunger, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant (Trainer) to join its dynamic team in Kampala, Uganda. In this critical role, you will be responsible for preparing, designing, and delivering comprehensive training sessions across multiple identified countries. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute directly to WFP's global mission by strengthening the capabilities of its fleet operations. Based in Kampala, the Consultant (Trainer) will work closely with relevant country-level stakeholders to assess needs, design impactful capacity strengthening initiatives, and execute training programs on key TTC (Transport, Training, and Compliance) topics. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in professional training and capacity building, with deep, hands-on expertise in fleet management, workshop management, driver training, and comprehensive HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) and LV (Light Vehicle) maintenance procedures. Your work will directly enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reliability across WFP's global fleet, ensuring that life-saving food assistance reaches those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough scoping missions in selected countries to systematically identify critical needs and operational gaps across the Global Fleet workforce and its related operations. This involves close collaboration with local stakeholders to deeply understand specific training requirements and pinpoint areas for performance improvement and safety enhancement.
• Advise and guide stakeholders in selected countries on the strategic design and effective execution of capacity strengthening activities focused on TTC training topics. This includes working intimately with local trainers and operational leaders to co-develop relevant training content and detailed delivery plans that directly address the unique challenges of the Global Fleet workforce.
• Prepare, develop, and deliver expert-level training on fleet management best practices, efficient workshop management, advanced driver training techniques, and comprehensive HGV/LV maintenance. This encompasses preventive maintenance schedules, advanced diagnostic procedures, and repair protocols, ensuring that all training sessions are practical, engaging, and directly applicable to daily operations.
• Actively contribute to the collaborative development of high-quality, standardized training content and materials. This requires working closely with relevant internal stakeholders, subject matter experts, and local trainers to ensure all resources are accurate, up-to-date, and tailored to the specific learning needs of diverse audiences across different countries.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Education, Training, Logistics, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive, hands-on experience in training and capacity building, with a clear and demonstrable focus on fleet management, workshop management, professional driver training, and comprehensive HGV/LV maintenance.
• Proven, verifiable experience in the full lifecycle of designing, developing, and delivering impactful training programs, with a strong emphasis on sustainable capacity strengthening and professional development outcomes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work effectively and sensitively with diverse local stakeholders, government partners, and in-country trainers in challenging environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capability to independently identify systemic needs and gaps within a large fleet workforce and develop practical, scalable solutions to address these critical gaps.

Benefits & Perks

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including robust health insurance and retirement savings plans.
• The profound opportunity to make a tangible impact while working with the world's largest humanitarian agency, directly contributing to the fight against global hunger.
• The chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment, with a singular focus on capacity strengthening and professional development.
• The opportunity to travel to multiple selected countries, gaining diverse international experience while conducting scoping missions and delivering critical training sessions.

How to Apply

If you are a highly skilled and experienced Consultant (Trainer) seeking a challenging and rewarding new opportunity with a global leader, we encourage you to submit your application today. To apply and learn more about this vital role, please visit the following link: https://theugandanjobline.com/2026/05/consultant-trainer-jobs-world-food-programme.html

About the Company

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide with an unwavering commitment. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works tirelessly across the globe to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable people, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need to lead healthy, productive lives. In emergencies, WFP is often the first on the ground, rapidly delivering food assistance to save the lives of victims of war, civil conflict, and devastating natural disasters. Following an emergency, WFP uses food assistance as a critical tool to help communities rebuild their homes, restore their livelihoods, and regain their dignity. On average, WFP reaches more than 80 million people with vital food assistance in over 80 countries each year, making it a cornerstone of global stability and human resilience.