Programme Policy Officer Officer (Geographic Information Systems & Drone Activities) SC8 – Maputo
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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.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
WFP’s Strategic Outcome 4 aims to strengthen national capacity to anticipate, mitigate, respond to and recover from shocks and to provide social protection safety nets that meet the food and nutrition needs of vulnerable populations and equip them with the knowledge, skills and health to make a living and achieve their potential.
The outcome is in line with objectives 1 and 2 of the national master plan for the prevention and mitigation of natural disasters.
The master plan for disaster risk reduction for 2017–2030, the second national strategy for basic social security (2016–2024) and the education sector plan for 2020–2029. It contributes to UNSDCF strategic priority 1 (human development).
Activity 4 of the new Country Strategic Plan for WFP in Mozambique focuses on supporting national and government actors in preparing for, responding to and recovering from natural and man-made disasters.
Through this activity WFP will offer policy advice, capacity building support, the facilitation of South–South and triangular cooperation, knowledge sharing, advocacy and evidence generation, and training and learning opportunities aimed at strengthening national and local emergency preparedness, response and recovery capacity.
Under this umbrella the Research Assessments and Mapping (RAM) unit at the WFP country office in Maputo, supports INGD, INAM and other governmental agencies to strengthen national capacity for the use of innovative technology for effective Early Warning and Emergency Preparedness and Response.
Additionally the unit is responsible to produce maps, geospatial analysis and other GIS products to other teams at the Country Office and in Field Offices.
JOB PURPOSE
To provide support to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the direct supervision of the VAM Team Leader, the GIS Officer will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Collaborate with GIS colleagues in the team and with external partners to build workflows to rapidly assess impact of natural disasters using drone and deep learning technology;
• Support delivery of trainings to INGD on the deployment and use of drones in emergency settings, drone imagery processing and mapping;
• Conduct an analysis to estimate the risk of coastal erosion in Nacala city and train INGD staff to enable them to replicate in other geographic areas;
• Support geospatial data gathering and standardization at WFP country office, collaborate with colleagues in other divisions to understand what information they manage can be mapped and how they can benefit from the use of GIS products;
• Support the VAM team in feeding the GeoDashboard created to monitor the cyclone season and WFP operations with additional relevant information;
• Design a workflow for flood analysis that takes into consideration data available for the country office;
• Address requests for maps received from CO and FO colleagues;
• Other as required.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: University degree in courses of Science that includes Statistics, GIS and Remote Sensing, or other relevant area.
Experience: At least Six years of professional experience in project management and coordination of technical activities with local partners, NGOs and government institutions, data analysis, GIS systems and Remote sensing.
At least One year of post graduated experience do you have in experience in data analysis, GIS systems and/or Remote Sensing.
Experience in reporting.
Experience in projects related with drone and satellite data acquisition.
Language: Fluency (level C) in both English and Portuguese Language.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
• Profound knowledge of the ESRI suite;
• Knowledge of open source GIS packages for processing of drones and satellite imagery is desirable;
• Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision;
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK – OUR BEHAVIOUR MATTERS
- Leads by Example with Integrity
Lives WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others
- Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments
Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change
- Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork
Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth
- Applies Strategic Thinking
Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things
- Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships
Builds and nurtures external partnerships & collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives
FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
| Capability Name | Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level |
| Programme Lifecycle & Food Assistance | Demonstrates ability to identify key variables and contextual factors that affect food assistance problems and programmes throughout the lifecycle to inform quality programme design or re-design. |
| Transfer Modalities (Food, Cash, Voucher) | Demonstrates ability to analyse and consolidate quantitative and qualitative information from different sources (e.g., market studies) to inform transfer modality selection and programme development. |
| Broad Knowledge of Specialized areas (i.e. Nutrition, VAM, etc.) | Demonstrates the ability to interpret basic data in the context of WFP specialised fields to contribute to technical programme design, implementation and monitoring. |
| Emergency Programming | Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation and realignment of high quality emergency programmes. |
| Strategic Policy Engagement w/ Government | Develops thorough recommendations using multiple inputs (e.g., government counsel, research, own experience) to strengthen national or subnational entities and government owned food and nutrition security programmes. |
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
• Has gained experience in implementing technical programs (i.e. nutrition, etc.).
• Has implemented programmes and provided input into designing operations.
• Has provided input into policy discussions and decisions.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Position Title: Programme Policy Officer Officer (Geographic Information Systems & Drone Activities)
Contract Type: Service Contract
Number of positions: 1
Contract Duration: 12 months
Duty Station: Maputo
This position is applicable only to Mozambican Nationals.
Female and qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
14TH October 2022
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