Programme Policy Officer
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building peace through food assistance. WFP operates in diverse and challenging environments, striving to create a skilled, high-performing, and inclusive workforce committed to its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion.
Job Purpose
The Programme Policy Officer will be responsible for managing and overseeing WFP Libya's Cash and Vouchers (CBT) activities, a key component of the Country Strategic Plan. This role involves developing strategies, operational mechanisms, and work plans for effective CBT implementation, including targeting, modality design, and standard operating procedures. The officer will foster and manage partnerships with government authorities, cooperating partners, and other stakeholders, ensuring quality program delivery and capacity building. Key responsibilities include coordinating with internal and external units, monitoring resources, preparing reports, and contributing to policy support and innovative solutions to address the food and nutrition needs of vulnerable populations in Libya.
Responsibilities
The Programme Policy Officer is responsible for the comprehensive planning, coordination, partnership development, and oversight of the World Food Programme (WFP) Libya's Cash and Vouchers food assistance programs. This role involves managing all facets of activity implementation, including strategy development, operational mechanism design, and the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The incumbent will collaborate closely with internal units and global headquarters on critical aspects like food basket design, procurement, and partner selection, ensuring due diligence and competitive processes. A key responsibility is managing and liaising with cooperating partners, providing oversight, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The officer will also engage with stakeholders to refine targeting and implementation modalities, including the use of prepaid cards and distribution mechanisms. Furthermore, the role entails leading capacity-building efforts for government and partner personnel, preparing periodic progress reports, managing resources and expenditures, and supporting resource mobilization through various engagement activities. The officer will represent WFP in inter-agency and government meetings, contributing to social protection and rapid response mechanisms to strengthen national safety nets and emergency preparedness.
Work Experience
Requires at least 5 years of operational experience in humanitarian and development sectors. Must have a proven track record of working with government institutions and managing partnerships with NGOs.
Skills
Programme design and management, Humanitarian and development sectors, Partnership management, Cash and voucher programming, Food and nutrition assistance, Policy analysis, Cross-agency collaboration, Capacity building, Reporting and analysis, Resource management, Inter-agency coordination, Social protection mechanisms, Emergency preparedness, Research and innovation, Communication skills, Diplomacy, Leadership, Arabic, English