Programme Policy Officer NOC - Istanbul

Programme & Policy

Overview

Lead and manage WFP Area Office in Istanbul.

You have:

• Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or relevant fields with 4 years of work experience, or First University Degree with over 7 years of work experience.
• Fluency in English and Turkish; Arabic is an asset.
• Candidates must be Turkish nationals.
• Experience in working across the Program portfolio including cash assistance.
• Experience leading a programme team or a component of a country office programme portfolio in WFP or other organizations.
• Strong knowledge of the Turkish government and institutional context.

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The United Nations World Food Programme in Turkey is looking for a Programme Policy Officer (Head of Office) in Istanbul/Turkey

If you have relevant experience, apply at the latest by 09 November 2020.

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

World Food Programme (WFP) is the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against global hunger and the world's largest humanitarian organization. Responding to emergencies and saving lives and livelihoods through direct assistance, or by strengthening country capacities remain the major part of WFP’s operations, and is crucial in supporting countries’ efforts to achieve the SDGs. WFP’s dual mandate allows it to use a development lens in its humanitarian responses, and to align early recovery and development interventions accordingly. WFP is committed to supporting countries by reaching people in need first and ensuring that no one is left behind. In Turkey, WFP is supporting the Government with the provision of basic needs assistance to vulnerable refugees and implementing projects to build the resilience of refugee households. WFP is also working to enhance the capacity of its national partners.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other fields relevant to international development assistance and 4 years of related work experience, or First University Degree with over 7 years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses. Language: Fluency (level C) in English and Turkish languages, Arabic is an asset.

Residency Status: Candidates are required to be Turkish nationals.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

These roles are found in the Area/Field Offices. Job holders report typically report to the Head of Area Office, or the Country/Deputy Country Director.

JOB PURPOSE

This position is based in Istanbul, where the incumbent will lead and manage a WFP Area 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. This office is also responsible for the Izmir Field office.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1-Under the overall management of the Deputy Country Director/ Head of Programme, lead the Livelihoods pillar of WFP’s Interim Country Strategic Plan “ Provide technical support to Government and partners in assisting refugees and vulnerable populations to equitably access labour market opportunities.”

2-Contribute to formulating WFP Turkey programme policies in line with organisational strategy and the practical realities of operating in the field while addressing real beneficiary needs;

3-Manage and lead WFP field operations within the area of assignment to ensure timely and effective deployment of food assistance programmes.

4-Hold accountability for the deployment of CO initiatives, policies and strategies.

5-Effectively manage the Area and Field Office to ensure transparent and efficient people management and the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team.

6-Ensure efficient use of financial resources for achievement of set objectives.

7-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).

8-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).

9-Develop and coordinate data gathering and monitoring systems and conduct timely monitoring and evaluation activities.

10-Hold accountability and/or prepare accurate and comprehensive analysis and reports on WFP operations and performance with regular and timely submission for Area/Country Office review to identify programme support requirements and inform operational planning and decisions.

11-Forge and nurture external partnerships to improve assistance packages and support complementary strategies; identify potential areas for collaborative approaches and initiatives.

12-Develop and sustain liaison with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, UN agencies, donors, civil society, beneficiaries and other partners and media engaged in the field of basic needs and livelihoods.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Utilizes understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives to communicate linkages to team objectives and work.
• Be a force for positive change: Proactively identifies and develops new methods or improvements for self and immediate team to address work challenges within own work area.
• Make the mission inspiring to our team: Identifies opportunities to further align individual contributions with WFP’s mission of making an impact on local communities.
• Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Helps colleagues to see the link between their individual tasks and the contributions of their unit’s goals to the broader context of WFP’s mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Is able to identify, support and encourage focused on-the-job learning opportunities to address gaps between current skillsets and needed future skillsets for WFP.
• Create an inclusive culture: Recognizes the contributions of teammates, and encourages contributions from culturally different team mates to recognise the value of diversity above and beyond just including it in programming for beneficiaries.
• Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Provides and solicits ongoing constructive feedback on strengths and development opportunities to help develop individual skills, whilst also helping others identify areas for improvement.
• Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear targets for self and others to focus team efforts in ambiguous situations (e.g., unprecedented issues and/or scenarios).

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Thinks beyond team’s conventional approaches to formulate creative methods for delivering food aid and assistance to beneficiaries.
• Focus on getting results: Maintains focus on achieving individual results in the face of obstacles such as volatile or fragile environments and/or organizational roadblocks.
• Make commitments and make good on commitments: Takes personal accountability for upholding and delivering upon team’s commitments and provides assurance to stakeholders.
• Be Decisive: Demonstrates ability to adjust to team’s plans and priorities to optimize outcomes in light of evolving directives, while also responding quickly in high-pressure environments, such as in emergency settings.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Demonstrates an understanding of when and how to tactfully engage other units in conversations on impact, timing, or planning.
• Build strong external partnerships: Networks regularly with key external partners using formal and informal opportunities to understand each partner’s unique value proposition, and to build and strengthen relationships.
• Be politically agile & adaptable: Demonstrates ability to adapt engagement approach in the context of evolving partner circumstances and expectations. Effectively serves as the public face of WFP by building personal connections and rapport with strategic external partners and proactively identifying and seizing opportunity to constantly re-align partnership with evolving internal and external environments.
• Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Demonstrates ability to articulate to internal and external audiences the value that individual contributions and immediate teams bring to partnerships. Expertly illustrates WFP’s unique ability to build resilience and strengthen the capacity of governments and communities in order to influence and negotiate with strategic partners.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Capability Name Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level Strategy & Planning Applies strong understanding of key national and international socio-political issues and the complexity and range of WFP programmes to plan and oversee implementation of programmes in area of responsibility, coordinating and monitoring to ensure effective fulfilment of the area’s needs. Operations Utilises strong understanding of programme and logistics activities to direct efficient and effective implementation and builds proposals for improvements in operations. Has broad understanding of contextual factors to proactively identify any issues with delivery of food aid and food assistance. Resource Applies expert interpersonal skills to build strategic relationships with partners which support fundraising. Leverages understanding of WFP financials and fundraising efforts to contribute to the establishment of the relevant area’s budget, and directs delivery against overall resource needs, aligning staffing, budgets and other resources with mission critical operations. Diplomacy Applies negotiation, networking and diplomacy skills to develop, nurture and sustain mutually beneficial external partnerships with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, civil societies, UN agencies, donors, beneficiaries and other partners/ media engaged in the field of food security, to improve assistance packages. Collaborates with governments and other partners to identify opportunities for food assistance programmes in-line with WFP’s strategic aims locally, and negotiates the optimal approach to delivery against these. People Management N/A

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Has experience working across the Program portfolio including cash assistance;

Has led a programme team and/or a component of a country office programme portfolio in WFP or other organizations;

Has engaged in policy discussions and provided input into policy decisions.

Has strong knowledge of the Turkish Government and institutional context

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Contract Duration: 1 year (renewable)

Remuneration: A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. UN Fixed-term gross salary is offered on an annual basis starting from TRY 357,521.00

Medical Insurance****: Private medical insurance plan for UN staff members and dependents (spouse, child or children)

Annual Leave Entitlement****: 2.5 workdays per month

Maternity Leave: Up to 6 months paid maternity leave

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

No later than 09 November 2020

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Female applicants and qualified applicants 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.

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