Programme Associate SC6 - Multiple Duty Stations
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building peace through food assistance. This role operates within a dynamic environment, supporting policy and programme activities to meet critical food assistance needs. Job holders typically report to a Programme Policy Officer or Head of Field Office, requiring initiative and independent problem-solving.
Job Purpose
The Programme Associate will provide essential specialized support and technical analyses to WFP's policy and programme activities, ensuring effective delivery of food assistance. This role involves assisting in the development and implementation of various programme components, ensuring alignment with WFP's policies and guidelines. The Associate will manage specific programme activities, monitor progress against targets, and prepare reports on resource utilization and performance. Key responsibilities include accurate data recording, liaising with internal and external stakeholders for collaboration and efficient delivery, and supporting capacity building initiatives. The position requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage operational queries, and potentially oversee support staff, all contributing to WFP's mission of saving lives and changing them for the better.
Responsibilities
The role involves providing comprehensive technical support and project management for various activities and processes, ensuring alignment with broader program policies and guidelines. Key responsibilities include preparing detailed reports and data analyses on aspects like food assistance needs, resource utilization, and program performance, highlighting trends and issues while maintaining high quality standards. Accurate and timely data recording within specific technical areas, such as assistance programs and food security assessments, is crucial for consistent information delivery to stakeholders. The position requires effective liaison with internal counterparts to foster collaboration and monitor project activities. Coordination and communication with local partners, agencies, NGOs, and government institutions are essential for conducting food security analyses and ensuring efficient food assistance delivery. Furthermore, the role supports capacity building for WFP staff, partners, and national governments, acting as a primary point of contact for resolving operational queries and problems. Oversight and guidance of support staff are also expected to ensure objectives are met. Emergency preparedness practices are to be followed to enable rapid response and resource deployment during crises. The role also demands relationship-building with stakeholders, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to analyze and report on food security vulnerability, linking analysis to program design and implementation.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience in the public service, private sector, or an international organization. Experience should include working with technical teams (e.g., nutrition, VAM), contributing to program implementation, and observing or assisting with policy discussions.
Skills
Project Management, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Food Security Analysis, Capacity Building, Policy Development, Resource Management, Team Coordination, Emergency Preparedness