APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2024 – 11:59 PM West Africa Standard Time (Douala)
WFP’s Commitment to Diversity
WFP values and promotes diversity. We uphold the principle of equal employment opportunity for all staff and encourage qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status, or disability.
Embark on a Meaningful Career with WFP
Are you eager to advance your professional journey while contributing to the fight against global hunger? Do you have a passion for assisting those in need? Are you seeking to join a global organization that invests in its people?
If your answer is yes, an exciting and rewarding career awaits you! Become part of our dynamic and dedicated team working on diverse international projects that directly contribute to saving and transforming millions of lives worldwide.
About WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly esteemed and the world’s largest humanitarian organization, is dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and utilizing food assistance to foster peace, stability, and prosperity for communities recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change.
At WFP, people are our core focus, and our vision for the future workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high-performing teams, chosen based on merit, thriving in a healthy and inclusive work environment, embodying WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion), and collaborating with partners to save and transform the lives of those we serve.
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Why Join WFP?
- WFP is a recipient of the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.
- WFP provides a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural work environment.
- WFP invests in the personal and professional growth of its employees through various training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs, as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
- A career at WFP offers the exciting chance to work across different country, regional, and global offices worldwide, alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to ensuring effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions globally.
- We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
Context
This role will support all Operational Information Management and Performance Reporting (OIM & PR) activities and contribute to establishing and presenting a standard operating picture of WFP’s program portfolio and associated results. This will enable informed and timely decision-making at all levels within the organization.
Accountabilities/Responsibilities
- Assist staff in the assigned area to ensure adherence to standard OIM & PR procedures and templates, promoting quality, consistency, and standardization in information management and performance reporting across WFP.
- Gather relevant information and data from media and local internal and external sources to facilitate and optimize information and data exchange between functional area networks within WFP. This will provide operational awareness and understanding of events that may have humanitarian and/or operational impacts.
- Support the collection and dissemination of political and humanitarian analysis related to WFP’s current or future responses and donor policies, trends, and preferences, ensuring country-specific input to WFP’s operational reporting.
- Support the collection, analysis, and communication of the ‘Essential Elements of Information’ concerning the operational environment and available human, financial, and physical assets. This will facilitate access to timely and accurate information used at the country, regional, and corporate levels.
- Support the preparation of the Annual Corporate Report (ACR) for the Annual Reporting Exercise in collaboration with the country office program, monitoring & evaluation, logistics, and resource management functions. Coordinate to ensure coherence and quality of performance information.
Responsibilities:
- Internal Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain consistency in humanitarian information and support WFP’s analysis and information initiatives.
- Capacity Building: Enhance the ability of WFP staff and partners to effectively manage operational information and performance reporting, such as by coordinating the delivery of relevant training programs.
- Emergency Support: Provide essential support to Country Offices or Regional Bureaus during emergencies by preparing, organizing, and offering secretarial assistance to Operational Task Forces. Offer feedback on activities related to improving Corporate Performance Reporting.
- OIM & PR Enhancement: Actively contribute to initiatives aimed at developing better, more efficient, and harmonized Operational Information Management & Performance Reporting, including the drafting of related normative guidance as needed.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure that all processes and products adhere to established quality standards.
- Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
- Education: A university degree in Sociology, Humanitarian Affairs, International Relations, Social Development, Development Economics, Performance Management, or a related field.
- Experience: At least six years of relevant professional experience, with a background and interest in international Humanitarian Development.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to effectively interact with a diverse range of stakeholders, including those in the international humanitarian community and governments.
- Analytical Skills: Possess strong analytical skills.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Able to work collaboratively in a team and build effective working relationships with people from different national and cultural backgrounds.
- Technology Proficiency: Comfortable working with relevant technology and procedures (e.g., web-based databases and other statistical applications) to collect, organize, share and use information
- Time Management: Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple tasks independently.
- Additional Skills: Knowledge of design or graphic software, data visualization, database management, and analytics and data management software (such as Tableau) is considered an asset.
- Adaptability: Willingness to handle additional tasks as requested by the supervisor.
- Languages: Fluency in English (level C) and knowledge of French.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
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ACCOMMODATION & SUPPORT
WFP is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. Our hiring process is designed to be inclusive, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We strive to provide an accessible and fair experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please contact us confidentially at [email protected]. . Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation throughout the selection process.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: NO FEES
The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the application or recruitment process. This includes application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or any other fees. If you receive any solicitation for payment, please disregard it. Additionally, be cautious when submitting personal information online, as emblems, logos, names, and addresses can be easily misused.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
- Ensure your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your work history, education, language skills, and UN Grade (if relevant).
- Once your profile is ready, proceed to submit your application.
- Please upload your CV in English.
- At this stage, only your CV and Cover Letter are required.
- You may be asked to provide additional documents (passport, references, certificates, etc.) later in the process.
- If you encounter any difficulties submitting your application, please contact us at [email protected].
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- All hiring decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No employment will be offered to members of certain UN bodies with oversight responsibilities over WFP (e.g., ACABQ, ICSC, FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, JIU) both during their service and within three years of leaving such service.
