As part of its annual workplan, the Office of Internal
Audit conducted an audit of security in field offices. WFP
field security expenditure totalled USD 89.5 million in
2023 – a significant increase compared to recent years.
The audit assessed how WFP implements and monitors field
offices’ compliance with established security frameworks;
maintains a state of readiness; responds to changes in
physical security conditions; and coordinates with the UN
security apparatus to safeguard the physical security of
its employees and partners. Based on the results of the
audit, the Office of Internal Audit reached an overall
conclusion of major improvement needed.