DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS12 February 2025-23:59-GMT+04:30 Afghanistan Time (Kabul)
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ABOUT WFP
The World Food Programme is the worldโs 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 WFP's 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).
The Role:
Based in the Field Office, the Programme Assistant-Emergency will work under the overall supervision of the Head of Programme and Head of Area Office in the Field Office in close coordination with CO Emergency team. The incumbent will be supporting the field office in overall planning and implementation of EMG projects from reviewing the proposal to budget negotiations, process for approval and follow up on implementation of the project, The incumbent is also required to tackle issues arising during the project implementation and keep close coordination with different stakeholders and line departments.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide technical advice and support to Lead SO1 and Head of programme on a wide range of programme and policy issues including assessment and analysis, the choice of activities, appropriate decision on context-specific transfer modalities (in-kind and CBT) for EMG response and General Food distribution.
- Ensure the best use of assigned financial resources for achievement of set objectives within a significant budget, thoroughly review the CPs budget and negotiated the cost for each project under EMG response and GFD (SO1).
- Management and implementation of the Implementation Plan (IP)/Operation Plan and ensure it is within range of available resources to reach the targeted beneficiaries from the communities, IDPs and undocumented returnees and people affected by Natural disaster.
- Coordinate with other FSAC partners during geographical selection of the area, avoid overlapping and duplications, work with inter-cluster stakeholders for coordinated response to EMG onset in the region. Participate in all relevant meetings such as PDMC, OCT, and other as needed; provide inputs and required reporting as appropriate.
- Keep Close coordination with CPs, stakeholders, government, and communities to identify the needs of the communities and support in district allocation of Food/CBT under GFD activities.
- Ensure that all EMG response and GFD project proposals submitted by CPs with high quality to the Area Office PTRC review, present the project to the committee, once cleared ensure it is further submitted to the Country Office Project Approval Committee (CO PAC) for approval.
- Assure proper targeting of the most vulnerable HHs are conducted by partners, standard targeting criteria used, and the assistance reach the most vulnerable people under direct monitoring of WFP/TPM and CPs.
- Ensure on time food delivery to the targeted population, coordinate with Supply chain the EMG/GFD food requirement, work closely with partners for timely process of invoices.
- Enhance the capacity of the existing partners with provision of training and regular awareness raising for the smooth implementation of General Food distribution and EMG response to affected population in the eastern region.
- In the process of Area Office Emergency Preparedness i.e., early warning, risk analysis, and contingency planning to respond to humanitarian crises and needs.
- Strengthening and maintaining productive relationships with partners and Sectoral governmental department at the provincial level to enable the effective positioning of WFP to meet organizational goals.
- Provide support to the Head of Programme and Head of Area Office in planning and implementation of Area Office work plan including the implementation and monitoring of SO1 activities.
- Improving and ensuring incorporation of gender perspectives in all areas of work, to ensure equal participation of women and men.
- Participate and represent WFP with respect and dignity in all coordination forums, promote teamwork spirit.
- Actively engage in the access negotiation and access issues of WFP, CPs female staff/monitors to the SO1 activities.
- Provide any other support as needed and appropriate.
Education:
Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.
Experience:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in working in Emergency context and programmes.
Language:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and local languages (Pashto/Dari)
Knowledge & Skills:
- Has worked with technical teams (i.e. EMG, VAM and nutrition, etc.)
- Skill in data bases and knowledge in analyzing the data
- Has contributed to implementation of programs.
- Has observed or assisted with policy discussions.
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
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.