Consultant, Research Associate (Food and Nutrition Security Sector), New Delhi

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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

VACANCY DETAILS

Type of Contract: Special Service Agreement (SSA), L-7 Location: New Delhi Duration of Contract: Five months Reporting to: Head, Evidence and Results, WFP India Country Office No. of Positions : Two

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The World Food Programme India Country Office is engaged in strategic and technical collaboration with the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office (DMEO), NITI Aayog, Government of India. As part of this collaboration, WFP is supporting the DMEO to undertake a comprehensive review of the food and nutrition security sector in India (FNS), in order to provide evidence-based insights for key partners. The objectives for review are: • To collect, collate and synthesize the existing evidence and data on FNS, its related policies, schemes/programmes, by conducting a complete review and analysis of secondary data and literature. • According to the evidence synthesis; summarize the progress made in the FNS; summarize implementation challenges and evidence gaps; provide recommendations for course-correction; and provide recommendations on focus areas for future evaluations by government and other partners. The synthesis of secondary literature and data will be co-led by WFP and DMEO. For the joint review exercise, two research associates will be hired who will support WFP for all literature review, collation and analysis of secondary data, synthesis, reporting and dissemination related work. They will work closely with the WFP staff positioned at DMEO under the overall supervision of Head, Evidence and Results Unit, WFP India CO.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• Prepare a data collation, analysis, and synthesis plan based on the agreed review framework. • Undertake a detailed secondary literature review by using various relevant sources related to FNS, policies, and schemes/programmes. Indicative data sources will include existing evaluation reports, sector/scheme/programme reviews, rapid assessments, monitoring reports, and national survey/transactional datasets such as NSSO, NFHS, CNNS, scheme/programme administrative data, etc. • Carry out analysis, compile and synthesize evidence to derive credible and workable insights, and evidence-gaps. • Conduct key informant interviews with government and non-government partners in the FNS in India. • Support in preparing the reports/ presentations/ other dissemination materials.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education: Post-graduate degree or above in the field of Food Security, Economics / Development Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Public Health, Nutrition, Public Policy, or any other related field. Specialization in food security and nutrition sector will be given preference. Experience: • At least six years of professional experience working in research and/or academia and reviewing/evaluating national policies and programmes. • Strong technical experience in working with several statistical and content-analysis tools and methods for review and synthesis of secondary data and literature. • Prior experience in analysing unit level NSSO, NFHS and CNNS datasets with analytical writing capabilities illustrated through published research papers, analytical reports, and books with reputed publishers is preferred. • Strong capacity and experience in preparing clear, objective, and concise outputs such as reports, presentations, high-level summaries, articles, etc. Language: Excellent written and spoken English.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Possesses strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to think through complex issues to conceptualize, design and execute action plans. • Demonstrate zeal and motivation with the ability to handle complexities, multiple tasks with dedication to deliver against strict timelines at work. • Understanding of the government system and ability to work in diverse teams. • Excellent writing skills in English with ability to express synthesized/summarized messages accurately and simply.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Only applicants under serious consideration will be contacted. A written test will be used as a form of screening. In the event your candidature is retained for an interview, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/ certificate(s) will be requested in advance. Date of Written Test:14 July 2021 Date of Interview: 19 July 2021 This is a national position therefore applicants who are non-Indian nationals will not be considered. Mode of Engagement: The total consultancy fee for this assignment is INR.98,492/- per month plus medical benefits as per WFP's plan. All tax liability for payments from this contract are to be borne by the subscriber. Female applicants and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organisation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All recommended applicants will, undergo thorough reference and background checks. Applications for the positions are required to be submitted online on the E-recruitment link as mentioned below: https://www1.wfp.org/careers/job-openingsNote: Applicants are requested to Create an account in the system before applying. Curriculum and applications will be registered and system allows them to update their profile and apply for a job through wfp careers website.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Vacancy closing date : 11 July 2021

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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.