Senior Programme Associate (Food Security) (National Position)
Support the implementation of food security and livelihoods project activities.
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Overview
Support the implementation of food security and livelihoods project activities.
You have:
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Social Science, Agriculture, Political Science, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant working experience.
- High school diploma with six years working experience.
- Experience supporting school or community-based development activities, including coordination of materials and supplies.
- Experience assisting with food security, nutrition, or livelihoods initiatives in the RMI context.
- Experience assisting with training, workshops, or community outreach is preferred.
- Working experience gained in an international organization, embassy, or NGO is an advantage.
Contract
This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-6 contracts.
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Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Head of Sub-Office in Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands, the incumbent will support the implementation of the Japan-funded Food Security and Livelihoods project. This role will focus on contributing to food security outcomes through close coordination with the Republic of the Marshall Islands Public School System and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Commerce (MoNRC). This shall be accomplished through activities including but not limited to the coordination and delivery of trainings and workshops, support to the procurement and distribution of key food security and livelihood inputs, and assistance with the planning, implementation, and monitoring of project interventions at community and institutional levels.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Social Science, Agriculture, Political Science, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant working experience; or
- High school diploma with six years working experience.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience supporting school or community‑based development activities, including coordination of materials and supplies.
- Experience assisting with food security, nutrition, or livelihoods initiatives in the RMI context.
- Experience assisting with training, workshops, or community outreach is preferred.
- Working experience gained in an international organization, embassy, or NGO is an advantage.
Responsibilities
General Program Support
- Provide day‑to‑day administrative and operational support for the implementation of food security and livelihoods activities, in line with agreed plans and instructions.
- Support communication and coordination with key government counterparts, including the RMI Public School System and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Commerce (MoNRC).
- Assist with filing, organizing, and maintaining program documentation in physical files and SharePoint in line with established procedures.
- Collect and compile activity information, attendance lists, photographs, and basic data to support donor reporting and internal updates.
- Provide general administrative and logistical support to programme implementation, monitoring, and reporting tasks, as assigned.
Food Security and Livelihoods Implementation Support
- Assist in the implementation of food security and livelihoods activities in line with the approved project workplan.
- Support the collection of basic data and information from activity sites, schools, and partners to inform implementation and reporting.
- Attend coordination meetings and briefings with partners when requested, and support note‑taking and follow‑up on agreed actions.
- Assist with logistical arrangements for trainings, workshops, and practical demonstrations, including venue setup and participant coordination.
- Support the delivery of training and community activities by assisting facilitators, preparing materials, and supporting participants.
- Assist with community outreach and engagement activities related to food production, nutrition, and livelihoods.
Procurement and Project Inputs
- Assist with procurement‑related processes by supporting purchase requests, tracking deliveries, and documenting receipt and distribution of project inputs, in accordance with IOM procedures.
- Support inventory tracking and record‑keeping for food security and livelihoods goods.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time you coordinated a community-based project and the challenges you faced. | To assess your ability to manage community engagements and project coordination. | Share specific challenges and the strategies you employed to address them. |
| How have you contributed to food security initiatives in previous roles? | To evaluate your direct experience and your understanding of food security. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share your experience with workshops or training facilitation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to collect and manage program data? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure effective communication and coordination with government counterparts? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you've handled procurement processes in your previous employment. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approaches do you take to engage communities in food security initiatives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience in administrative support for program implementation. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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