Programme Policy Officer - Climate Resilient Food Systems, Fixed - Term, NOA - New Delhi

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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.

VACANCY DETAILS

Job Title: Programme Policy Officer - Climate Resilient Food Systems Grade: NOA Type of contract: Fixed Term Duration: One Year (depending upon availbility of funds) Duty Station: New Delhi Vacancy Number: 167717 Date of Publication:29 June 2022 Deadline of Application: 12 July 2022 This vacancy announcement is for Indian Nationals. Reporting: Head of Unit (Policy Design, DRM, Climate Change and SSTC)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Only candidates 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, you will be required to provide in advance a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/ certificate(s) required for this position. Mode of Engagement: The salary for this position is non-taxable (subject to medical and pension deduction). The incumbent will be entitled for benefits related to medical, pension, leave as per WFP policy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Unit (Policy Design, DRM, Climate Change and SSTC) and with overall supervision of the Deputy Country Director /Country Director, the incumbent will be responsible for the following key functions: Partnerships • Contribute towards WFP’s engagement with partners on the issues of climate resilient food systems and development of adaption plans at various level. • Support the identification, development, strengthening and management of potential partnerships to collaborate with government and NGOs at state and national levels to work in the areas of climate change. • Contribute to resource mobilization and programme development for strengthening sustainable food systems in India • Support in organizing international workshops for knowledge exchange with countries in the region and national stakeholders and ensuring capture of policy recommendations. Capacity Strengthening • Support the capacity building of WFP staff, partners and national government on strategies and activities for strengthening resilient food systems and farm/non-farm activities by providing inputs into training materials. Research, Innovation and scale-up • Support in the development and implementation of resilience and climate change adaptation pilot activities • Undertake and support necessary secondary and primary research in the related field in consultation with expert agencies, governments and Evidence and Results unit in WFP • Preparation of accurate and timely reporting on programmes and activities that enable informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders and preparation of scale-up plans. • Perform any other related duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced university degree in Agriculture Economics/Agronomy/Agro-forestry, climate change, Environment Studies, Rural Development or Social sciences, other related field or First level University Degree and/or certification courses/trainings in the field, with additional two years of related work professional experience in this sector. Experience: A minimum 1 years of progressively responsible work experience is preferred, in Climate resilience and adaptive agriculture strategies, working on climate resilient cropping, agricultural and conservative practices, developing value chains, alternative livelihood options working at the national/ state level in partnership with the government/UN agency/INGO is required. Experience of working on Agromet advisories, training module development, understanding community actions and providing training in the related field as well as working on climate change adaptation is an added advantage.

Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English and Hindi; ability to speak in other Indian languages is a plus.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge & Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills required, including strong professional communication abilities; • Advocacy and networking skills with a broad range of stakeholders including government, civil society, academia and NGOs • An up-to date understanding climate issues and its impact on food systems, global frameworks and policies, climate adaptation and resilience strategies, potential use of renewable energy and other technological advances; • Demonstrated understanding of food and nutrition security and learning ability and good knowledge about climate advisories & agriculture issues, and familiarity with government policies and data sets agriculture and climate • Knowledge of Global frameworks and updates in the field of climate change, soil conservation and agronomic/agro-tech practices, and national priorities. • Advanced computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software analytical software • Knowledge of UN and the Government system would be an asset • Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of nutrition, supply chain and food security experts across India • Tact and diplomacy

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS

• Ability to engage effectively with a wide range of actors from government, private sector and civil society. • Very strong communications skills, both in writing and speaking • Solid planning and problem-solving skills and action orientation • Ability to work under tight deadlines and simultaneously manage multiple tasks in an independent but consultative manner; • Ability to work with the diverse team to include food and nutrition, supply chain, gender and inclusion and undertaking assessments • Maturity, initiative, courtesy, tact and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds • Ability to handle any other additional tasks as requested by the supervisor.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We want to ensure the recruitment process is fully accessible. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of any accessibility needs you may have.

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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.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The WFP is the largest humanitarian organisation delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. WFP’s policy on Disaster Risk Reduction commits it to preventing acute hunger and investing in disaster preparedness and mitigation measures. The policy guides WFP’s action to support the implementation –at both government and community levels – of the international framework for disaster risk reduction adopted in Sendai, Japan, in 2015. WFP works with governments to strengthen their capacity to prepare for, assess and respond to hunger caused by disasters, and to develop national policies and plans that address the impact of disasters on nutrition. WFP India’s current Country Strategic Plan and upcoming plan (CSP, 2023-2027) outlines its commitments to contribute to the efforts of Indian government in achieving their targets under SDG 2 and connected SDG 5 and 13. WFP works with a variety of State and Central Ministries to take this agenda forward. Realizing India’s growing willingness and potential to provide technical support in the area of building resilience for sustainable Food and Nutrition security, including Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation, WFP’s work under Outcome 4 of the Country Strategic Plan focuses on strengthening adaptive capacities and climate resilient food systems with following two main outputs: 1. Stakeholders at national and state levels have strengthened capacities to address food security and nutrition issues in disaster and climate-response mechanisms. 2. National climate response mechanisms are strengthened to improve community-level resilience and adaptation to natural shocks and other climate events.

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All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, 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.