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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).
JOB TITLE: Programme Assistant
TYPE OF CONTRACT: SC- L5
UNIT/DIVISION: Programme & Policy
DUTY STATION: Gaza, Palestine
DURATION: 12 months
This vacancy announcement is for Palestinian nationals residing in Gaza only.
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The Programme Assistant will work in the WFP Palestine Gaza Area Office and will support the implementation of WFP programmatic activities. The job holder is responsible for the completion of a range of specialized and/or standardized processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines and practices. Job holder is able to recommend a course of action to staff at various levels and may provide guidance on standard practices to other staff and counterparts in their area of work. They work under minimum supervision, perform basic analyses and compile reports to support information consistency and smooth implementation of programmes/projects.
To perform specialized and/or standardized policy and programme-related processes and activities to support the effective delivery of assistance packages in Gaza.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform specialized and/or standardised processes and activities within the specific technical area of work supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
- Provide project management and/or general office support following established targets and WFPโs policies and procedures.
- Within the specific area of responsibility, compile data and support analysis and preparation of reports (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) in order to support operational decision-making.
- Perform accurate, timely recording of data within the specific technical area of work (e.g. food security and vulnerability assessments) following corporate standards and guidelines.
- Work and exchange information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
- Support communication and activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions.
- Act as a point of contact for resolution of general operational queries requesting assistance where necessary.
- Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy needed resources.
- Coordinate with internal teams, cooperating partners, and commercial actors to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of programmatic objectives.
- Any other business as required.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
EDUCATION:
Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in International Affairs, Law, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Policy and/or Management, project management or another discipline relevant to international development/humanitarian assistance is desirable.
EXPERIENCE:
Five or more years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in working in the field of Programme implementation. Demonstrated technical knowledge in the fields of market-based intervention, private sector engagement, and related field.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision.
- Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals.
- Ability to identify data discrepancies and rectify problems requiring attention.
- Ability to offer guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff.
LANGUAGES:
Fluency (level C) in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic languages.
Please add a table to the 1st page of your CV with the following information;
-Place of Residency
-Company/ Organization Name
-Position Title
-Date from-to
- Any application without this table may result of disqualify your application.
** Note: All candidates are requested to fill out their application completely and correctly: to provide full and correct years of experience and obtained educational degree/s, in Workday platform; in the requested fields, in addition to attach the updated and correct CV in English. Any incomplete application will not be considered.
The Service Contract (SC) is a decentralized contracting instrument refer to specific guidelines provided and updated by HQ Policy team. It is a flexible contract modality use only by WFP Country Offices. The remuneration of SC holders is based on services satisfactorily provided in accordance with the Terms of Reference under the SC. Remuneration is made on a monthly basis and may include a sum for pension purposes, as described in Manual Section III.7.6.5.
The SC holders are covered under the safety and security measures implemented by the COs and RBs and must comply with the relevant security instructions under the Security Plan.
Following is brief guidance on the contract modality entitlement:
Contract Type: Service Contract
Grade Level: 5
Duty Station: Palestine Country Office
Job Title: Programme Assistant โ based in Gaza
Duration: 12 months
Required years of relevant experience: 5 years and more
Remuneration (Monthly): As per SC Salary scale
Health coverage: Under CIGNA- co-cost sharing
Social Insurance: 8.33% monthly added to the net base salary
Renewal of contract: Subject to WFP needs, staff performance and the availability of funds
Annual leave: 2.5 days per month
Sick Leave: 2 Days per month
Taxes: Remuneration under SC is not exempt from national or local taxation
Medical Clearance: Required
Eligibility to apply: National resident or having a valid visa/ permit to live and to work in Palestine
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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
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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.
- Any application without this table may result of disqualify your application.