Programme Policy Consultant - CST II (international Consultant)

Organizational Context

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building a pathway to peace and prosperity by using food assistance. WFP works with partners to achieve zero hunger, aligning its efforts with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The organization prioritizes emergency, life-saving, and development-enabling work for the most vulnerable populations.

Job Purpose

The Programme Policy Consultant will play a crucial role in ensuring WFP's programmes in Togo are coherent, aligned with national development roadmaps, and effectively contribute to achieving SDG2 (Zero Hunger). This position involves providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and leadership to a diverse team, fostering strong partnerships with government and non-governmental organizations, and ensuring the successful implementation of WFP's Country Strategic Plan. The consultant will be instrumental in mobilizing resources, enhancing WFP's leadership in food security and nutrition dialogues, and contributing to innovative approaches that address the root causes of hunger and malnutrition, particularly in the context of the ongoing security crisis and its humanitarian implications in the Savanes region.

Responsibilities

The Programme Policy Consultant will be responsible for ensuring WFP programmes in Togo are coherent and aligned with national and UN development frameworks. This involves liaising with regional and headquarters offices for guidance and implementing lessons learned. Key accountabilities include leading and developing a diverse team, formulating WFP programme plans, and providing expert advice on policy and operational matters. The consultant will also lead the mobilization of technical expertise for program design, facilitate innovative approaches, and support government efforts to reduce hunger and malnutrition. Strengthening strategic partnerships with government and NGOs, enhancing WFP's leadership in food security forums, and contributing to resource mobilization through proposal development are crucial. Collaboration with other UN agencies, ensuring sound monitoring systems, and managing financial resources effectively are also key responsibilities. The role requires incorporating gender and protection perspectives, contributing to emergency preparedness, and ensuring timely delivery of food assistance. The consultant will supervise staff, prepare analytical reports, and facilitate training for staff and partners on policies and procedures. Ultimately, the goal is to strengthen WFP's impact and its relationships with stakeholders in Togo.

Work Experience

Requires a minimum of 5 years of progressive professional experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring humanitarian or development programs with international organizations. Must have a proven record of supervising diverse teams in complex environments and expertise in efficient resource management (budgets, assets). The role also demands the ability to communicate with communities and negotiate with governments and partners.

Skills

Programme Planning, Policy Development, Team Leadership, Resource Management, Partnership Building, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Emergency Preparedness, Gender Equality Integration, Nutrition Support, Food Security Analysis, Project Proposal Development, Inter-agency Coordination, Community Engagement, Negotiation Skills

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