Programme Policy Officer, School Feeding SC8

Are you ready for SAVING LIVES CHANGING LIVES of the world's most vulnerable people? If yes, this opportunity is for you!

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.

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Job Title: Programme Policy Officer, School Feeding Vacancy Number: 155261 Contract type: Service Contract (SC) Duration: 12 months Duty Station: Bangkok, Thailand

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The incumbent will work as part of the RBB’s SF programme team and support the implementation of the following aspects, that contribute to the implementation of the Regional SF Implementation Plan (2021-2025).

A. Support to roll out of PLUS Application in Asia and the Pacific as it contributes to Regional Priority Area 2:

1. In collaboration with SBP HQ unit, provide technical support to COs in the region in their efforts to roll out of the PLUS application.
2. Keep regular contact with regional country users.
3. Support the provision of training to Governments and COs and act as first line of user support in early adoption stages.
4. Support COs in PLUS-related data collection and updating as required.
5. In consultation with HQ and RBB technical unit, support the identification of opportunities, plan and execute to the extent possible PLUS day-to-day knowledge transfer to RB.
6. Identify and promote PLUS-related partnerships, internally within WFP and externally with actors such as regional bodies (when adequate).
7. Support communication-related efforts around PLUS. Document country adoption and regional expansion.

B. Support to RBIP’s Priority Area 1: longer-term planning, transition and handover.

1. Based on the transition project implementation and lessons learnt, outline the way forward for the implementation of Priority Area 1 in Asia and the Pacific.
2. Provide project management support to the transition project, ensuring a coordinated approach between different components of the project and the experts supporting them.
3. Contribute insights to the development of the regional transition framework and transition support to a select number of COs as part of the overall project.
4. Monitor and track the project budget and progress to ensure the completion of project deliverables against the original plan.
5. Support the dissemination of information on the regional transition framework through means such as but not limited to supporting webinars, creating information products, etc.
6. Other duties relating to supporting transition in the region.

C. Support to RBIP Knowledge management for SF

1. Contribute to the implementation of the SF team’s Dissemination and Learning Plan through supporting processes such as but not limited to:
   • Design and technical facilitation of webinars.
   • Lessons learned documentation for various processes at RB level.
   • Collaboration with other units to design knowledge products.
   • Addition to and organization of the SharePoint library.
2. Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Master’s degree in international Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance, or Bachelor degree with at least 2 additional years of related work experience.

Experience:

• Experience in engagement in capacity strengthening and transition activities in school feeding, including designing the guidance and designing support activities to Country Offices is mandatory;

Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to produce professional level written outputs and ability to present in English and Thai.
• Demonstrated ability to transform analytical products into presentable visual pieces with key messages;
• Good facilitation skills, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to participate in open dialogue and value diverse opinions, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment;
• Willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work;
• Ability to work independently in a timely and organised manner;
• Ability to work in a team and multi-task as needed.
• Proficiency in Windows MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Desirable:

• Previous experience providing support to Country Offices in specific school feeding activities at the regional level;

Language:

• Fluency and accuracy in both oral and written communication in English and Thai

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

This vacancy announcement is for Thai Nationals only.

Tuesday 18th January 2022 23.59 Bangkok Time Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is a leading organization delivering food assistance and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. We also support governments of developing countries in their efforts to eliminate hunger and malnutrition by addressing the underlying causes and disparities in access to food and good nutrition to ensure that no one is left behind in line with the Agenda 2030, Sustaining Peace and Agenda for Humanity. WFP is particularly focused on Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) and Goal 17 (Partnerships).

The 2020 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to WFP is recognition that ending hunger is a critical first step towards global peace. WFP recognizes that one of the greatest contributions it can make to humanity is to provide a voice to the 690 million hungry people in the world. The Nobel Peace Prize gives us a platform to make their needs heard and to mobilize support for the assistance they need.

Female applicants and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. (National positions)

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organisation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. 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.