PPO - Head of Programme Bukavu
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. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), WFP addresses one of the most complex humanitarian crises globally, marked by conflict, displacement, and food insecurity. WFP DRC focuses on life-saving assistance while strengthening national capacities for sustainable food security and nutrition.
Job Purpose
The Programme Policy Officer, Head of Programme in Bukavu will lead and manage the Programme portfolio and team to ensure the effective and efficient implementation of WFP's food assistance strategies and activities in South Kivu. This role is crucial for advancing WFP DRC's priorities in delivering quality operations and humanitarian solutions. The incumbent will translate WFP-wide program policies into practical field-level approaches, provide guidance on managing diverse programs, and offer expert advice on various program and policy matters. Key responsibilities include overseeing project implementation, collaborating with stakeholders, managing partner agreements, ensuring accountability through reporting, and supporting capacity building initiatives for staff and partners. The position requires a strong emphasis on building and maintaining relationships with UN agencies, cooperating partners, and government counterparts to facilitate the delivery of WFP's mandate in a challenging humanitarian context.
Responsibilities
The Programme Policy Officer – Head of Programme, based in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, will lead and manage the program portfolio and team to ensure effective implementation of program strategies and efficient delivery of WFP food assistance. This role involves translating WFP-wide policies into practical field-level approaches, providing guidance on managing diverse programs, and offering expert advice on various program and policy matters. The incumbent will contribute to operations planning, distribution, and monitoring and evaluation for ongoing programs and emergency responses. Key responsibilities include developing and overseeing projects such as General Food Distributions, Cash Based Transfer (CBT), Nutrition, School Feeding, and resilience programs. Collaboration with governments and stakeholders to identify local food assistance needs and provide technical expertise is crucial. The role also entails coordinating with the Supply Chain team for timely food deliveries, preparing and negotiating Field Level Agreements (FLAs) with partners, and maintaining accountability through accurate reporting. Furthermore, the position supports capacity building for staff, partners, and governments, seeks strategic partnerships with other UN agencies, and contributes to Country Office Emergency Preparedness. Ensuring adherence to CBT Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and participating in monitoring, review, and evaluation plans are also vital aspects of this role.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in humanitarian or development work. This experience should cover areas such as nutrition, social protection, project management, emergency assistance, and the operational aspects of food security and nutrition assistance programs at national or international levels.
Skills
Programme Management, Humanitarian Assistance, Food Security Analysis, Nutrition Programs, Social Protection, Capacity Strengthening, Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement, Emergency Response, Cash-Based Transfers, Partnership Building, Policy Development, Data Analysis, Team Leadership