Programme Associate, SC6, Bandarban
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. WFP uses food assistance to help people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of extreme weather. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and investing in our employees' personal and professional development.
Job Purpose
The Programme Associate will provide essential technical support for the development and implementation of various WFP activities in Bandarban, Bangladesh. This role involves assisting in project management to ensure activities align with WFP policies and procedures, and targets are met. The incumbent will be responsible for drafting reports, analyzing data on program status and resource utilization, and maintaining accurate data records for food assistance programs. They will also liaise with internal and external counterparts, including cooperating partners, local agencies, NGOs, and government institutions, to facilitate effective program implementation, monitoring, and capacity building. The Programme Associate will act as a key point of contact for operational queries and support the efficient delivery of food assistance, contributing to WFP's mission of saving lives and changing lives.
Responsibilities
The Programme Associate will provide crucial technical support for the development and implementation of various activities and processes within their designated area, ensuring alignment with broader program policies and guidelines. This role involves offering specialized project management support to specific programs, ensuring activities are completed within set targets and adhere to WFP's established policies and procedures. Key responsibilities include drafting and analyzing reports, such as weekly and monthly updates on food assistance needs, resource utilization, and program performance, highlighting trends and issues while maintaining corporate standards. The associate will ensure accurate and timely data recording for programs like food security assessments and maintain consistent information flow to stakeholders. They will also liaise with internal teams and external cooperating partners, local partners, agencies, NGOs, and government institutions to facilitate effective project implementation, monitoring, and efficient food assistance delivery. Furthermore, the role supports capacity building for partners and the national government, acts as a point of contact for operational queries, and may oversee support staff, providing guidance to ensure objectives are met. Emergency preparedness and response are also integral, requiring adherence to standard practices for rapid deployment of resources during crises. The position requires a university degree, a minimum of six years of relevant experience, and fluency in both English and Bangla.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of 6 years of work experience in Programme Implementation, Partnership Management, and Coordination, or a related field, preferably within the Development Sector.
Skills
Programme Implementation, Partnership Management, Coordination, Data Analysis, Reporting, Project Management, Food Security Analysis, Capacity Building, Emergency Preparedness, Communication, Basic Computer Skills