International Consultant (Head of Field Office), Farchana & Mao (02 Positions)
Lead and manage a WFP Field Office to ensure effective program delivery.
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Overview
Lead and manage a WFP Field Office to ensure effective program delivery.
You have:
- Advanced University degree in Economics, International Development, Social Sciences or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
- Fluency (level C) in English and French languages required.
- Experience in managing mid-size financial budgets, balancing multiple priorities effectively.
- Experience in leading a mid-size to large team to ensure the effective delivery of objectives.
- Field experience via field rotations or working in a sub-office, and through field postings.
- Experience with security coordination and compound management within a mid-size area.
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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.
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.
JOB PURPOSE
These roles are found in the Field Offices. Job holders report typically report to the Head of Area Office, or the Country/Deputy Country Director.
To lead and manage a WFP Field Office to ensure the effective and efficient management of human and financial resources and delivery of WFP programs and activities. A large emphasis is placed upon building and maintaining relationships with local governments, UN agencies and other partners in the area to reinforce WFP’s visibility.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
1. Manage and lead WFP field operations within the area of assignment to ensure timely and effective deployment of food assistance programmes.
2. Hold accountability for the deployment of CO initiatives, policies and strategies.
3. Effectively manage the Field Office to ensure transparent and efficient people management and the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team.
4. Ensure efficient use of financial resources for achievement of set objectives.
5. Hold accountability for the security of WFP staff, operations, premises and assets in the Field Office to ensure that WFP security and safety standards are locally set and followed. Actively participate and contribute to the Area Security Management Team (ASMT).
6. Collaborate with governments and other partners in identifying where food assistance can be usefully deployed at the local level and provide support and technical expertise for the planning, formulation and implementation of food assistance programmes, including advice on the context-specific transfer modalities (food, cash or vouchers).
7. Develop and coordinate data gathering and monitoring systems and conduct timely monitoring and evaluation activities.
CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES:
Purpose
- Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives
- Be a force for positive change
- Make the mission inspiring to our team
- Make our mission visible in everyday actions
People
- Look for ways to strengthen people's skills
- Create an inclusive culture
- Be a coach & provide constructive feedback
- Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit
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Performance
- Encourage innovation & creative solutions
- Focus on getting results
- Make commitments and make good on commitments
- Be Decisive
Partnership
- Connect and share across WFP units
- Build strong external partnerships
- Be politically agile & adaptable
- Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships
- Be politically agile & adaptable
- Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships
STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Advanced University degree in Economics, International Development, Social Sciences or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
Language:
Fluency (level C) in English and French languages required
DESIRED EXPERIENCES
- Has developed, or supported in the development of, multi-discipline work plans to support the achievement of WFP strategic aims within a defined area.
- Has gained experience in field operations, preferably in a hardship duty station or emergency situation.
- Has field experience via field rotations or working in a sub-office, and through field postings.
- Gained experience of analysing political situations, assessing risk accurately and supporting managers and leaders in decision making that is sensitive to this.
- Gained broader exposure across areas within a function (i.e. policy, programme etc.)
- Has gained experience managing mid-size financial budgets, balancing multiple priorities effectively.
- Has experience leading a mid-size to large team to ensure the effective delivery of objectives.
- Participated in a vendor/government/ partner negotiation in support of broad function or Country Office requirements.
- Participated in a moderately complex emergency operation/ development programme.
- Has experience with security co-ordination and compound management within a mid-size area.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will determined by the contract type and selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Please, visit the following websites for detailed informations on working with WFP
http://www.wfp.org Click on: "Our work" and "Countries" to learn more about WFP's operations
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
December 29, 2021
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you led a field operation? | This question assesses your leadership and operational management skills. | Share specific examples highlighting your role and the outcomes. |
| How do you ensure effective stakeholder engagement? | The interviewer is evaluating your collaboration and interpersonal skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you managed a budget? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a challenging security situation you had to manage. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approach do you take to develop your team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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