Programme Assistant (Climate Change) SC5 - Baghdad, Iraq

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WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

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 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. WFP’s dual mandate includes both Saving Lives and Changing Lives: Providing life-saving assistance in emergencies to meet immediate food and nutrition needs and supporting communities to build resilience in the long-term by addressing the root causes of hunger. For more information, see wfp.org/countries/iraq and ar.wfp.org/countries/iraq.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP Iraq currently implements its 2020-2024 Country Strategic Plan (CSP). In pursuit of Strategic Outcome 2, Targeted communities, including farmers, have enhanced livelihoods and increased resilience to shocks by 2024, WFP implements activities focused on the enhancement of food systems and the expansion of resilience-building activities from post-conflict areas into areas that are highly vulnerable to food insecurity through the scale-up of climate adaptation interventions. These activities have an increased focus on women and young people. WFP Iraq is committed to supporting the development of a comprehensive and effective approach to climate change in Iraq, in line with the country’s national priorities and the global Sustainable Development Goals. WFP Iraq also works hand in hand with the government and other stakeholders to unlock the various regional and international forecast-based financing mechanisms for achieving early warning and anticipatory actions in the country.

The successful candidate will be based in Baghdad and report to the Climate Change Coordinator at country office level.

JOB PURPOSE

WFP Iraq is seeking a qualified programme assistant to support its initiatives to address the effects of climate change on food security and resilience in the country. Such activities include, but are not limited to:

• Enhancing the country’s climate information system to provide unified and consolidated data across Iraq to strengthening early warning mechanisms;
• Supporting smallholder farmers with adaptation measures, such as the provision of drought-resistant seeds, solar-powered water pumps and climate-smart agricultural practices;
• Improving irrigation systems and water management, such as installing modern drip irrigation systems, rehabilitating canals, and constructing water harvesting structures; and
• Funding climate change mitigation and adaptation actions for reforestation, mangrove planting and marshland conservation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Provide cross-cutting support to WFP Iraq’s climate change activities, supporting alignment with wider programme resilience policies and guidelines;
2. Provide project management and/or general office support following established targets and WFP policies and procedures;
3. Provide technical and administrative support to the programme team, such as preparing reports, budgets, proposals and correspondence;
4. Support the development and implementation of climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies, policies and programmes in line with WFP’s corporate goals and standards;
5. Compile data, support analysis and support the preparation of reports (e.g. climate data, resource utilization, programme status, mapping of climate shocks) in order to support operational decision-making;
6. Exchange information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities;
7. Coordinate and liaise with relevant stakeholders, such as government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and beneficiaries, to ensure effective collaboration and partnership on climate change issues;
8. Work closely with the livelihoods and resilience team to mainstream climate-smart approaches into programming; and
9. Other duties as assigned.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR

Leads by Example with Integrity

• Demonstrates the WFP values, principles and standards.
• Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language.
• Stays focused and calm when under pressure.
• Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop.

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

• Is accountable for the delivery of results.
• Seeks guidance and support where needed.
• Adapts readily to change adjusting work as needed.

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative

• Promotes teamwork by sharing ideas and openly raising issues.
• Gives timely and constructive feedback to others.
• Listens attentively to others and shares views.

Applies Strategic Thinking

• Embraces WFP’s vision and how it impacts their role.
• Shows curiosity and implements new ways of doing things when relevant.
• Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team activities.
• Asks questions to understand the impact of decisions for their objectives.

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

• Acts professionally with external partners.
• Works together with partners to deliver common goals.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Capability Name Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level Programme Lifecycle & Food Assistance Can facilitate implementation of food assistance programmes under guidance using basic understanding of principles and good practices of programme design, implementation and monitoring. Transfer Modalities (Food, Cash, Vouchers) Demonstrates ability to facilitate, under guidance, food assistance programme implementation that deploys full range of transfer modalities with an understanding of basic principles guiding modality selection and implementation. Knowledge of Specialized Areas Understands basic technical concepts and data andtheir relevance to food assistance programmes. Emergency Programming Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation and realignment of high quality emergency programmes. Strategic Policy Engagement w/Govt Understands and applies basic principles of engagement with government counterparts at the national or local level.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable. First level bachelor’s degree preferrable.

Experience

• At least five (5) years of experience in project implementation and coordination, preferably with specialized experience in climate change activities.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required. Professional knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Knowledge of WFP’s operations and activities related to climate issues and their implications on food security and resilience.
• Has worked extensively in tasks that involved relationship building and community engagement, including with government partners.
• Knowledge of current thinking and developments in climate action.
• Experience preparing concept notes, reports, budgets and correspondence.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Position Title: Programme Assistant (Climate Change) Grade: SC5 Contract: Service Contract Duty Station: Baghdad, Iraq Duration of contract: 6 months, with possibility of extension subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance Salary: Minimum Annual Net Salary is USD 21,441.00 Medical Plan: International valid medical plan for the staff member, spouse, and dependent children Annual leave: 30 working days per annum

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications close on 26 December 2023

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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.