Programme Policy Officer (Emergency Coordinator), P4- Kinshasa ,Democratic Republic of Congo
The United Nations World Food Programme
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Programme Policy Officer (Emergency Coordinator)
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Title of post: Programme Policy Officer (Emergency Coordinator), P4
Type of contract: Limited Fixed Term (LFT)
Unit/ division: Programme
Duty Station Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Duration: One Year
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ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT
With 27.3 million highly food-insecure people, DRC is the largest food security crisis in the world in absolute numbers. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has the highest estimated number of food-insecure people worldwide, with 27.3 million people who are food insecure between February and July 2021, representing about 28% of analysed population. Of this figure, 20.5 million people are facing “crisis” levels (IPC Phase 3) and 6.7 million people are facing “emergency” levels (IPC Phase 4) of food insecurity. An additional 41 million people are in a “stressed” state with high risk of slipping into food insecurity. Humanitarian actors continue their assistance operations despite the difficulties of access and insecurity in several provinces of the country; following the crisis in the East, WFP has scaled up its operation in 2022 despite funding challenges.
PURPOSE
The position is based in Kinshasa, DRC and reports to the Head of Programme. The incumbent will work in close coordination with other programme colleagues and Sub-Offices to make sure that Activity 1 of the CSP on Emergency assistance is well managed according to needs and resources available. More specifically, the Emergency Coordinator will plan and lead the emergency response in the DRC Country Office, supporting Operations and Programme colleagues with a focus on in-kind modality. He will guide emergency operations, support with implementation and overcome constraints to deliver WFP’s emergency response in the field, including the overall coherence with other Activities implemented in the Country Office.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
- Assess emerging requirements in consultation with Programme, Operations and Heads of Field Offices and the feasibility of incorporating it in the emergency response, as determined by the humanitarian situation and needs, government and partner capacity, national government and donor support and considering risks to WFP.
- Ensure effective contingency planning as determined necessary.
- Oversee effective operational mobilisation, coordination and management of risks to WFP, its staff and beneficiaries.
- Support the establishment of any field-level agreements (FLA) with partners, work plans and staffing plans for the emergency response.
- Ensure WFP meets corporate Operational Information Management requirements at the country level in accordance with the endorsed information management flow; monitoring the national emergency security situation and support Programme and Operations Teams to develop appropriate responses;
- Where appropriate, build capacity of WFP, cooperating partner(s) and counterpart staff through field missions and online support.
- Ensure necessary preparedness actions such as early warning, risk analysis/management and contingency planning are undertaken, in coordination with Programme Unit, periodically monitored, updated and reported in a timely manner.
- Conduct field visits, assess gaps and assist in applying appropriate solutions.
- Participate in Inter-Agency Working Groups/Task Forces as assigned by the HoP/DCD Operations.
- Any other tasks assigned.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR
Leads by Example with Integrity |
Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards Instils a sense of ownership in self and others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards |
Respects others and values diversity Upholds a culture that values diversity, using respectful and inclusive language, and holds those who do not respect others to account |
Stays focused and calm under pressure Stays focused and calm when under pressure, encourages others to do the same and offers guidance and support to manage difficult and challenging environments |
Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn Demonstrates humility and promotes a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and pursuing opportunities to develop |
Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments |
Delivers results for maximum impact Identifies and aligns outcomes to the strategic vision, holding self and others accountable for the delivery and quality of operational results |
Delegates appropriately Delegates responsibly and provides appropriate support empowering others to deliver on strategic objectives |
Adapts readily to change Responds readily to change showing high tolerance for uncertainty in different contexts and adapts accordingly |
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Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative |
Is inclusive and collaborative Demonstrates inclusive leadership by ensuring psychological safety where ideas and issues can be raised freely |
Gives timely and constructive feedback Provides development opportunities to support a learning culture and gives timely and constructive feedback |
Builds and shares new perspectives Seeks out, trusts and listens attentively to diverse views to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives within teams and networks |
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Applies Strategic Thinking |
Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision and strategic outcomes to deliver meaningful solutions |
Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things Embraces curiosity, designs and leads innovation when relevant |
Analyses and evaluates data Gathers data and different perspectives, takes expert advice, shares knowledge, and uses a systems approach to inform decision making |
Considers the impact of decisions Makes complex decisions, considering the immediate and long term risks and implications for teams, projects and other initiatives |
Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships |
Builds partnerships Initiates and builds networks of strategic partnerships by identifying and promoting opportunities for mutual areas of interest and benefit |
Collaborates to deliver common objectives Collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives by sharing information and co-creating innovative solutions with beneficiaries when appropriate |
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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. |
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Knowledge & Skills: |
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Language: |
International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English and French language. |
Terms and Conditions
Limited Fixed-Term Appointment (LFT) position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period for up to 4 years and is open to all nationalities (for HQ and RBs) or candidates must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment (for Country Offices). The position is based in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo and the selected candidate will be expected to relocate. Incumbents of LFT positions are not eligible to apply for other mobile positions advertised internally through the Reassignment.
WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org)
including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.
The deadline for submission of applications is 1st February 2023 at 11.59 pm (Kinshasa time)
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