DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
6 November 2024-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Mogadishu)
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.
To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.
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).
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
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 lifetime. 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. The world Food Programme Somalia activities include food assistance for relief, emergency school feeding, nutrition, and food assistance for assets creation through provision of in-kind and cash-based transfers.
WFP has been operating in Galmudug since 2009 and is the most prominent humanitarian actor in the state. WFP serves Galmudug State and coordinates its activities with the Garowe office in north Galkayo under Puntland State. The Galmudug Area office has a subsidiary field office in Dhusamareb, Galguduud. WFP can access all areas in both regions except for some villages where insecurity remains a concern. However, efforts are ongoing to expand access and reach these areas with the required assistance.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
Manage process monitoring, produce reports, contribute to donor and Adhoc reporting, and develop user-friendly data products.
Review and develop monitoring tools, train staff, and partners on data collection.
Provide inputs for monitoring and evaluation plans to support strategic objectives as set out in the Country Strategic Plan (CSP) and other global and regional plans.
Manage evaluations, ensuring high standards and dissemination of findings for policy and program improvement.
Support evidence-based decision-making by providing accessible evaluation findings and innovative data products.
Contribute to evidence-based decision-making on programme design and implementation, notably through making monitoring, review, and evaluations findings accessible, developing innovative, user-friendly, and informative products.
Collaborate on national and inter-agency monitoring frameworks aligned with sustainable development goals.
Ensure monitoring systems meet corporate standards, including MMR, SOP, baselines, and targets.
Support mid-term and thematic reviews for strategic decision-making.
Contribute to post-distribution monitoring (PDM) and survey processes.
Integrate protection and gender perspectives in monitoring efforts.
Collaborate with AAP focal point for successful issue escalation.
Address recommendations from evaluations and develop action plans.
Manage PMLE staff and strengthen team capacity.
Support identification and documentation of lessons learned and best practices.
Perform other related duties as required.
Education: Advanced University degree in social sciences, statistics, development economics, performance management, monitoring and evaluation or other related fields, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses.
Experience: At least three (3) years of experience in monitoring and evaluation activities. Experience using a variety of quantitative and qualitative analytical tools and methods.
Language: Fluent knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English and Somali language.
Other skills:
Experienced in collecting and analyzing both numerical and descriptive data to assess program performance.
Skilled in creating clear, precise M&E reports.
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accurate data handling.
Able to effectively communicate M&E findings to stakeholders.
Capable of identifying issues and offering data-based solutions.
Familiar with UN policies, rules, and procedures.
Proficient in using Microsoft Excel or other data analysis tools.
NB: This position is open for qualified Somali candidates. Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework
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 global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
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.
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