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UN: Cindy McCain steps down from WFP; acting executive director named, selection process to follow
Summary
The UN spokesperson said Cindy McCain is leaving as World Food Program executive director and that Carl Scow will be acting director; the secretary‑general and FAO director‑general will jointly lead the selection process and shortlists will not be shared publicly.
The United Nations confirmed a leadership transition at the World Food Program and outlined how a permanent successor will be chosen.
"On behalf of the Secretary‑General I want to express his deep appreciation to Miss Cindy McCain for her dedicated service," Steph, a UN staff member, said. The spokesperson said McCain strengthened WFP's responsiveness and partnerships and helped the agency reach millions of people annually.
Steph announced that Carl Scow, who has served as WFP deputy executive director and chief operating officer since May 2023, will assume responsibilities as acting executive director. The briefing said the joint process to identify a new executive director will be conducted by the Secretary‑General and the Director‑General of the Food and Agriculture Organization, and that the UN does not publish shortlists for such senior appointments.
In questions that followed, reporters asked how many candidates are under consideration and whether there had been conversations between the Secretary‑General and external governments; Steph reiterated that the process is under way and that shortlists are not disclosed publicly. The spokesperson directed reporters to formal announcements for details on applications and appointments.
