Head of Programme Cycle Unit NOC, Regional Bureau Cairo
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
JOB TITLE: Head of Programme Cycle Unit
TYPE & LEVEL OF CONTRACT: National Professional Officer NOC
UNIT/DIVISION: Programme Cycle Management – Regional Bureau Cairo
DUTY STATION (City, Country): Regional Bureau Cairo, Egypt
REPORT TO: Regional Programme Advisor
DURATION: 1 year, renewable
Note: Egyptian nationals / citizens are eligible to apply.
This vacancy announcement will also be used to build a roster of qualified applicants for future opportunities within same job profile at NOA and NOB level.
ABOUT WFP
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 lifetimes. 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.
WFP’s Regional Bureau for the Middle East and Northern Africa (RBC), based in Cairo, Egypt, provides strategic guidance, policy/technical support and direction to WFP operations and activities in 16 countries: Algeria, Armenia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Moldova, Morocco, State of Palestine, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine and Yemen. These country offices aim to assist roughly one-third of all of WFP’s beneficiaries (approx. 30 million) in some of the most critical humanitarian emergencies of our time. RBC is also active in the ‘Changing Lives’ side of WFP’s mandate, helping national governments and local communities improve nutrition, livelihoods, school feeding, social protection, climate and disaster risk reduction and other programmes that build resilience and support development.
WHY WORK AT WFP?
SAVING & CHANGING LIVES
Make a difference the world will notice.
We are driven by our mission to fight world hunger and feed people’s dreams of a brighter future.
GLOBAL COMMUNITY
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Being part of a global, diverse and multicultural community like WFP, will continuously expose you to new ideas and perspectives.
How we deliver our mission in deep respect for personal and cultural differences and close collaboration between every member of our global team, will certainly enrich your experience and knowledge on so many levels.
UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES
Unlock possibilities you never thought you'd find.
WFP goes anywhere it is needed and does whatever it takes to get the job done.
LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE
Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential.
WFP offers the kind of life-changing experiences you’re unlikely find in many other organizations.
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Regional Head of Programme and in close collaboration with other functional units in the RBC, the Programme Policy Officer will act as the Head of the programme cycle unit, leading efforts to support country offices in developing their country strategic planning, budget revision and other high-level strategic planning documents to ensure alignment with corporate policies, United Nations frameworks and national strategies, and ensuring that country offices and staff across the region have the guidance and tools needed to design and implement effective activities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
- Contribute to the formulation of WFP-wide programme policies in line with both organisational strategy and the practical realities of operating in the field, translating programme policy into Regional/Country level practices and developing programme guidance and implementation modalities and operations to ensure a clear and strong connection between HQ, the regional bureau and field operations.
- Contribute towards the development of a wide variety of strategic documents such as country strategic plans and budget revisions, ensuring alignment with corporate guidance, programme policies and guidance, to clarify ambiguities and ensure that programme operations are consistent with WFP policies, Executive Board decisions, and other relevant guidance.
- Provide technical advice or mobilise technical expertise on programme and policy issues including assessment and analysis, the choice of objectives, activities, transfer modalities and appropriate food products, the deployment and testing of innovative approaches and the development of strategies to support government efforts to reduce hunger and malnutrition.
- Establish and maintain operational partnerships to identify opportunities for collaborative approaches and initiatives that improve assistance packages and support advocacy work, liaising with internal and external counterparts to ensure effective collaboration, monitor ongoing projects and highlight potential risks to project delivery.
- Advise and support the development of functional training in areas of expertise to enhance the capacity of WFP staff and partners to design and deliver effective food assistance programmes, particularly related to theories of change, WFP’s Strategic Plan, and other strategic issues related to programme cycle.
- Manage the preparation and dissemination of timely analytical and critical reports, publications, and a variety of information products or proposals for internal or external use.
- Lead the programme cycle unit, developing an annual workplan and budget, while developing a team and motivating staff to enable high performance.
- Other tasks as required.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition /Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years post graduate, progressively responsible experience in leading strategic planning in a variety of contexts; leadership of implementing programmes; and engagement in policy discussions and decisions is required.
Languages: Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Arabic languages required.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
WFP offers a competitive compensation package including:
- Attractive salary in accordance with industry standards. Please visit United Nations Salary Scales for more details.
- Attractive pension plan
- Child allowance
- Language allowance (subject to passing language assessment)
- Medical coverage for staff and eligible dependents
- Variety of leave entitlements, including but not limited to 30 days annual leaves per year, maternity/paternity leave, and special leave arrangements.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application no later than Sunday, 18 September 2022 (11:59 PM Cairo Time).
Click ‘Apply’ link below to start the application process. Candidate are requested to create an account in WFP E-Recruitment system before applying.
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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.
