Programme Assistant (BISP), SC-5, Multiple Positions

Assist in the implementation of BISP Nashonuma activities for effective project delivery.

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Overview

Assist in the implementation of BISP Nashonuma activities for effective project delivery.

You have:

  • Completion of secondary school education.
  • At least 2-3 years work experience in nutrition and public health in emergencies with focus on CMAM or stunting prevention projects.
  • Fluency in both oral and written communication in English, Urdu and regional languages is desirable.

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WFP encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to apply.

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a ****competitive** basis. We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity and disability.**

ABOUT WFP

Job Title: Programme Assistant (BISP)

Grade: SC5

Type of contract: Service Contract

Duration: 12 Months

Duty Station: Karachi

Vacancy Number 172703

Date of Publication: 29 August 2022

Deadline of Application: 11 September 2022

This vacancy announcement is for Pakistani Nationals only.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension, leave plus a medical insurance (relevant links). *Remote work if applicable or/FWA until return to office or travel is possible due to covid-19 restrictions****.

JOB PURPOSE

Programme Assistant/ will be primarily working for BISP Nashonuma activities for ensuring timely support to Provincial Programme Policy Officer -Nutrition, under the overall guidance of Head of Provincial Office, for smooth implementation of the project activities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Perform specialized and/or standardised processes and activities within the specific technical area of work supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines. 2. Provide project management and/or general office support following established targets and WFP’s policies and procedures. 3. Within the specific area of responsibility, compile data and support analysis and preparation of reports (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) in order to support operational decision-making. 4. Perform accurate, timely recording of data within the specific technical area of work (e.g. food security and vulnerability assessments) following corporate standards and guidelines. 5. Work and exchange information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities. 6. Support communication and activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions. 7. Act as a point of contact for resolution of general operational queries requesting assistance where necessary. 8. Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

9. .Keep close and timely coordination with the respective government departments, Cooperating Partner and field coordinators in assigned districts, to ensure that all the activities at the district level are well coordinated and implemented. Actively participate in the district coordination meetings.

10. Maintain close liaison with Department of Health, LHWP, BISP Taluka/District office, nutrition partners to mobilize eligible beneficiaries at BISP Nashonuma Center.

11. Ensured the uninterrupted supply of SNF to the respective distribution points (Facilitation center and nutrition sites). Assist the Provincial Office -Nutrition Unit in development of quarterly and monthly distribution plans in close consultation with respective CP and development of call forwards for RUSF food for each district. Whenever required, take lead on generation of the CRNs in comet system for approvals and ensured timely food dispatches to the BISP Nashonuma Facilitation centers.

12. Facilitate training/orientation and capacity building session of project staff and relevant stakeholders, such as medical officers, medical officers, Lady Health Workers (LHW) and Lady Health Supervisors (LHS).

13. Within the specific area of responsibility, ensure compilation of data and support analysis and preparation of reports in order to support operational decision-making.

14. Act as a point of contact for resolution of complain received from field and general operational queries requesting assistance where necessary at district level

15. Maintain information records and monitoring plan documentation, such as records of commodity movements, monitoring reports, monitoring checklists and entry in system ,in order to assist in the effective service delivery

16. Conduct periodic monitoring trips, spot checks to the project sites, including random monitoring checks on Cooperating Partners (CPs) activities, assessments and prepared progress report using standard monitoring tools.

17. Any other task assigned by supervisor.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

EXPERIENCE

At least 2-3 years ‘work experience in nutrition and public health in emergencies, with a minimum of 2 years specifically in CMAM or stunting prevention projects in the province. Has facilitated communication with technical teams (i.e., Nutrition etc.). Has good expertise in web based/real time applications. Has proven expertise to work with Govt counterparts Has participated in nutrition assessment and surveys

LANGUAGE

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English, Urdu and regional languages (desirable).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Positions are based in WFP assisted districts and appointment are made, based on region/geographical cluster of operational districts in Sindh. Programme Assistant/s will be primarily working for BISP Nashonuma activities for ensuring timely support to Provincial Programme Policy Officer -Nutrition, under the overall guidance of Head of Provincial Office, for smooth implementation of the project activities (Additional districts may be added, if required) 40% of position time is allocated for monitoring activities)

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WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

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.

Potential interview questions

Can you provide an example of how you have coordinated activities with local government departments in previous roles? This question assesses your experience and effectiveness in coordination with government entities. Discuss specific instances where you ensured smooth communication and collaboration.
Describe a time when you had to analyze data for decision-making in a project. What was your approach? This evaluates your data analysis skills and how they impact project outcomes. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that the nutritional needs of beneficiaries are met during program implementation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell me about a challenging situation you faced while facilitating training for project staff. How did you resolve it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to maintain effective communication with multiple stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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