Programme Policy Officer (Head of Programm) NOA Nyaung-U
Provide support to food assistance policy and program activities.
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Overview
Provide support to food assistance policy and program activities.
You have:
- University Degree or Advanced University Degree in relevant academic areas.
- Fluency in both oral and written English and Myanmar.
- At least one year of postgraduate professional experience on programme implementation and project management.
- Experience in humanitarian or development settings is an asset.
- Designing, implementing and managing humanitarian activities, institutional partnerships, and relationships with key local stakeholders.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
22 January 2025-23:59-GMT+06:30 Myanmar Time (Yangon)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 World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
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WHY JOIN WFP?
- WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
- WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
- A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
- We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
THE ROLE
To provide support to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
- Contribute to the field office programme unit, implementing relief, nutrition, school feeding and resilience-building activities, alongside cross-functional RAM, PGAAP and CBT activities.
- Manage day-to-day programme implementation by supporting WFP operations, including activity design, implementation, monitoring, and budget management.
- Support the development and implementation of guidance and SoPs for all activities and field-office processes.
- Ensure field-office implements assurance standards across monitoring, targeting and prioritization, CP management, CBT assurance and PGAAP/UCM, to meet corporate assurance benchmarks.
- Support the capacity development of WFP Field Office staff and cooperating partners for implementation of activity portfolios within their operational area.
- Identify training needs for new CPs and organize orientation sessions for FO programme staff and CPs.
- Support emergency response efforts, including engagement with local authorities and partners.
- Represent WFP in sub-national coordination forum with other stakeholders when required.
- Manage, motivate and develop an FO programme team, providing coaching, training and career guidance to ensure appropriate development and high performance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education: University Degree or Advanced University Degree in international relations, political or economic science, business administration, or other relevant academic areas.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written English and Myanmar.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
At least one year of postgraduate professional experience on programme implementation and project management.
Experience in humanitarian or development settings is an asset, including designing, implementing and managing humanitarian activities, institutional partnerships, and relationships with key local stakeholders.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Job Title: Programme Policy Officer (Head of Programme) Grade: NO-A Type of contract: Fixed Term Number of Post: 1 Duration: 12 months Duty Station: Nyaung - U Date of Publication: 8 January 2025 Deadline of Application: 22 January 2025
This vacancy announcement is open for Myanmar nationals only. Female applicants and qualified applicants from minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension and leave plus medical insurance.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at [email protected]. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
- We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
- Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
- Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
- Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
- Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
- Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with program management in humanitarian settings? | This question assesses your relevant experience and capability in managing programs effectively. | Highlight specific projects you've managed, the challenges faced, and the impact of your work. |
| How do you approach capacity development within teams? | The interviewer seeks to understand your strategies for team development. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to engage with local stakeholders during a project. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you implement for effective monitoring and evaluation of projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that inclusivity is a part of program implementation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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