Food Assistance Information and Reporting Assistant
Support data entry and reporting for food and cash assistance programs.
Overview
Support data entry and reporting for food and cash assistance programs.
You have:
- Experience in data entry and management related to food assistance programs.
- Familiarity with documentation and reporting standards.
- Ability to work collaboratively with field teams and support capacity building.
- Proficiency in using data management tools such as ITS, LMMS, and LESS.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure data quality and accuracy.
With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Employee Contract Type:
Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description:
Goal 1: Food and Cash Assistance Data Entry and System Support
Key Responsibilities Support daily data capture and maintenance of food and cash assistance information using ITS, LMMS, LESS, and related tools under the guidance of the FAIRO.
Milestones
- ITS and LMMS data entered promptly for receipts, dispatches, and distributions
- Cash-based assistance records captured accurately
- Data discrepancies flagged and corrected in coordination with FAIRO
- System user logs and basic checks maintained
- Field registers aligned with system records
- Support provided during registrations and distributions
Goal 2: Donor Reporting Support and Documentation
Key Responsibilities Support the preparation and organization of WFP reporting documentation for food and cash assistance.
Milestones
- Supporting documents compiled for Forms 3, 4, and 6
- Draft data prepared for CSS and Cash Transfer Summary Statements
- PartnerConnect uploads supported and verified
- WFP feedback shared with FAIRO for action
- Reporting timelines tracked and reminders issued
- Backup copies of submitted reports are maintained
Goal 3: Warehouse Reporting and Stock Documentation Support
Key Responsibilities Support warehouse reporting and documentation processes in coordination with Warehouse Supervisors and the FAIRO.
Milestones
- Warehouse stock reports collected and reviewed monthly
- Dispatch, receipt, and inspection reports filed correctly
- Support physical inventory exercises
- Loss and damage documentation compiled
- Variance logs updated and shared
- Warehouse visit reports archived
15% – Goal 4: Filing, Archiving, and Record Management
Key Responsibilities Maintain proper digital and physical filing systems for food and cash assistance documentation.
Milestones
- Files scanned and uploaded to WVSS SharePoint
- Physical files archived securely at Tonj North Office
- File labels and indexes updated regularly
- Documents protected from loss or damage
- Retrieval requests responded promptly
- Archiving standards applied consistently
Goal 5: Data Quality Assurance and System Integrity
Key Responsibilities Support data quality checks and system integrity measures across food and cash assistance systems.
Milestones
- Routine data cross-checks conducted
- Field registers reconciled with system data
- Backup support for ITS and LMMS conducted
- Errors documented and escalated
- Support audit and verification exercises
- Lessons learned shared with FAIRO
Goal 6: Coordination, Capacity Support, and Field Engagement
Key Responsibilities Support coordination with field teams and build basic capacity on reporting tools and documentation standards.
Milestones
- Field staff supported on reporting templates
- Basic coaching provided on ITS and LMMS reporting requirements
- Coordination meetings attended
- Issues escalated appropriately
- Reporting deadlines communicated clearly
- Support provided during peak distributions
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Only
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with data management in humanitarian settings? | The interviewer is looking to gauge your practical experience in data management for humanitarian projects. | Discuss specific projects you've worked on, detailing the data tools you used. |
| How do you ensure accuracy when entering data? | This question assesses your attention to detail and process for maintaining data integrity. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a time you had to work with a team to achieve a goal? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools or systems have you used for reporting data? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging situation you've faced with data discrepancies and how you handled it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you prioritize tasks when managing multiple reporting deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to maintain effective communication with team members? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle feedback on your work, especially regarding data reporting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |