Program Assistant (Monitoring & Evaluation) – Join the World Food Programme (WFP)
At the World Food Programme (WFP), we celebrate diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
About the World Food Programme (WFP)
The World Food Programme is the world’s leading humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives and promoting peace, stability, and prosperity through food assistance. We help communities recover from crises, including conflicts, natural disasters, and the impacts of climate change.
Our people are at the core of everything we do. The future WFP workforce will be diverse, committed, and highly skilled, working in an inclusive environment where our core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion are lived out daily. Together with our partners, we work to transform lives for the better in the communities we serve.
Why Work for WFP?
- Nobel Peace Prize Winner (2020): Join an organization recognized globally for its impact on peace and humanitarian efforts.
- Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment: WFP prides itself on fostering a multicultural and inclusive workplace.
- Professional Growth: WFP is committed to developing its employees through diverse training opportunities, mentorship programs, and career mobility.
- Global Career Opportunities: As a WFP employee, you will have the chance to work in different country, regional, and global offices, making a difference worldwide.
- Attractive Compensation: We offer a competitive package (details provided in the vacancy announcement’s Terms and Conditions).
This role is located in Bamenda, reporting directly to the Programme Policy Officer.
The Role: Program Assistant (Monitoring & Evaluation)
As a Program Assistant (Monitoring & Evaluation), you will play a critical role in supporting WFP’s humanitarian efforts by performing specialized tasks to ensure effective delivery of assistance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute specialized tasks in line with WFP’s program policies and guidelines, supporting the effective delivery of assistance.
- Provide project management and general office support while ensuring adherence to WFP policies and targets.
- Collect and analyze data on food assistance, resource utilization, and program performance to assist in operational decision-making.
- Accurately record data, especially regarding food security and vulnerability assessments, following WFP’s corporate standards.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of ongoing projects.
- Support communications and coordination with local partners, NGOs, government bodies, and agencies.
- Serve as a point of contact for operational queries, providing assistance as needed.
- Ensure readiness for emergency responses by following WFP’s emergency preparedness protocols.
Qualifications and Experience for Program Assistant (Monitoring & Evaluation) – Bamenda, Cameroon
Education Requirements:
- Completion of secondary school education is required.
- A post-secondary certificate in a related functional area is highly desirable.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Experience in facilitating communication with technical teams (e.g., nutrition, Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping (VAM), etc.).
- Proven ability to contribute to program implementation.
- Exposure to or experience assisting with policy discussions.
Location: Bamenda, Cameroon
Application Deadline: 20 September 2024, 23:59 GMT+01:00 (West Africa Standard Time)
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