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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the worlds 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.

At WFP people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse committed skilled and high performing teams selected on merit operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment living WFPs values (Integrity Collaboration Commitment Humanity and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP

• WFP 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 programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in 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).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
At this level job holders are expected to use initiative and knowledge within an area of expertise to independently respond to queries with general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems daily. Job holders are expected to manage resources and coach and coordinate a team of support staff. Main responsibilities include (not all-inclusive within delegated authority and may be revised as per the evolving needs of the operations):
1. Coordinate and manage Programme activities at field level in line with the Country Office strategy and the practical realities of operating in the field.
2. Supervise day-to-day management and implementation of the Programme including addressing operational issues awareness raising on program objectives and procedures interaction with stakeholders (such as Government departments and WFP NGO partners) and supporting WFP staff in good practice guidelines.
3. Provide technical advice on programmatic issues including assessment design of activities transfer modalities and appropriate food products/kits including the development of strategies to support resilience-busing activities.
4. Ensure the programme remains compliant with all WFP policies and procedures.
5. Develop and maintain WFP operational and strategic partnerships and maintain an active engagement with cooperating partners.
6. Cooperate with Government stakeholders and other partners to identify where food assistance is needed and provide support and technical expertise for the planning formulation and implementation of food assistance programmes to strengthen government and community ownership and effectiveness of food security and nutrition programmes at the regional and national level.
7. In cooperation with stakeholders recommend ways to refine the programme and thereby improve the service offered to beneficiaries and facilitate implementation by WFP.
8. Enhance WFPs leadership status in different forums on subjects related to food security nutrition livelihoods and other related issues through direct participation briefings information products and other materials.
9. Coordinate at the interagency level ensuring WFP representation for the area covered by the AO in coordination meetings interagency assessments etc.
10. Act as a focal point for the Food Security and livelihoods Cluster at the regional level.
11. Ensure field-level monitoring of implementation liaise with the M&E team in the development of operational M&E methodology and formats and oversee the preparation and dissemination of timely field reports for internal use.
12. Support the Country office with the preparation of implementation plans based on needs directly collected by WFP or shared by local authorities and partners.
13. Maintain direct communication with the Head of Programme and Programme team in the Country Office and flag any relevant issue that needs to be addressed at the country level.

14. Complete internal and external reporting obligations (including weekly sub-office sitrep country office-reps donor reports etc).

15. Collaborate with the Security team/ conflict analyst to improve awareness and understanding of events that may have a humanitarian impact. 16. Act as Deputy AO Head and as OiC when the Head is out ensuring day-to-day management of the office activities.

17. Performing other duties as assigned as per the needs of the operations.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

• Management of all operational programmatic activities including capacity development of the local staff
• Effective management of the Field Office in cases of absence of the Head of Office.
• Ensure WFP is represented in relevant inter-agency coordination meetings and with Government counterparts
• Ensure strategic alignment with the CO Program under the ICSP 2025-2027.
• Maintain strong partnerships with CPs and ensure quality of performance.
• Ensure that all processes systems and SoPs are carefully adapted to ensure a decentralized approach.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced University degree in Political Science International Relation or any food systems related field.
• At least five (5) years of postgraduate professional experience working in humanitarian or development assistance or similar field is an asset.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English language (English Level C).
• Good computer skills and experience using MS Office package and spreadsheets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in multi-cultural environment.
• Good analytical skills initiative and independence.
• Willing/able to work in high stress situations.

LANGUAGE: English.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email LinkedIn or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete and that all sections are filled in including your employment history academic qualifications language skills and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed please apply and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application you may contact us at . Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport certificates recommendation letters etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs job requirements merit and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse all forms of discrimination any kind of harassment sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ) International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) FAO Finance Committee WFP External Auditor WFP Audit Committee Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.