Programme Associate (Monitoring & Evaluation) G6, Muzaffarabad
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WFP encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to apply.
WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis. We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity and disability.
ABOUT JOB
Job Title: Programme Associate (Monitoring & Evaluation)
Grade: G6
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Salary: Starting at PKR 257,000 per month
Duration: 12 Months
Duty Station: Muzaffarabad
Vacancy Number: 826801
Date of Publication: 02 May 2023
Deadline of Application: 15 May 2023
This vacancy announcement is for Pakistani Nationals.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension, leave plus a medical insurance.
Remote work may be possible depending upon the operational requirements of the Programme. Requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the personal circumstances of the requestor given the operational situation.
JOB PURPOSE
The incumbent will be responsible for the planning, monitoring, reporting, implementation, capacity building and coordination within WFP operations in AJK and Gilgit Baltistan. The job holder will also be responsible for partnerships, COMET, communication and reports as well as feedback mechanism and will be reporting to the Head of Field Office or the designate.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
1. 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
2. Demonstrates ability to implement, under guidance, food assistance programmes deploying the full range of transfer modalities with an understanding of basic principles guiding modality selection and implementation
3. Understands basic technical concepts and data and their relevance to food & Cash assistance programmes.
4. Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation and realignment of high-quality emergency programmes
5. Understands and applies basic principles of engagement with government counterparts at the national or local level
6. Lead the function of monitoring and evaluation as well as provide effective coordination and specialized support to a full range of policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs. The Programme Associate (M&E) will report to the Head of Field Office AJK & GB and be responsible for the following duties;
7. Verify the planned movements and distribution of food and non food items, resolving routine issues and escalating where appropriate, to ensure that the quantity distributed and the quality of the operation are in line with WFP standards.
8. Conduct oversight monitoring, suggest and improve field monitoring processes and procedures for efficient implementation of the assistance programmes of all WFP operations in AJK and GB.
9. Provide inputs for monitoring framework and summarize assistance and prepare reports in collaborating with cooperating partners where required, conduct analysis and prepare reports in order to support programme reviews and informative decision-making.
10. Liaise with cooperating partners and internal counterparts to gather feedback and comments to support programme review and improve services. Ensure issues log maintained and actions taken in timely manner.
11. Lead and ensure accurate, timely recording of data within the specific technical area of work and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
12. Act as a focal point for all information management, ACR and reports within the area of responsibility.
13. Manage a team of field staff, assign tasks, provide advice, guidance and training, to ensure individual and tam objectives area delivered to agreed standards and deadlines.
14. Process CP invoices on monthly basis and ensure payment release as per approved budget.
OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
15. Ensure the complaint registration mechanism in placed at all WFP programme sites and communicated to each beneficiary.
16. Provide standard trainings for CPs on WFP operational practices, monitoring tools and methods in order to support them to independently self monitor and contribute to the visibility of WFP in the coverage areas.
17. specialized expertise and contribute towards the development of project activities, plans and processes within the specific technical area of work ensuring alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
18. Provide efficient coordination and specialized project management support to a range of specific and/or defined programmes to ensure that the various activities are performed within the established targets following WFP’s policies and procedures.
19. Prepare a variety of elaborated reports and substantial data analysis (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) and make recommendations to supervisors, ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control.
20. Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP in able to quickly respond and deploy needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
21. Ensure effective communication flow and efficient operations on commodity pipeline, distribution arrangements, food entitlements other relevant issues.
22. Foster relationships and support partnership building with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions to perform accurate food security analyses and to ensure efficient delivery of food assistance.
23. Any other task as assigned.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Education: First level university degree is required. Advance university degree is desirable in Monitoring, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Business Administration, Social Sciences or other relevant disciplines.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.
Experience: Minimum six (6) years of experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation is desired.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Knowledge & Skills:
Has participated in implementing WFP programmes (i.e. nutrition, FFA, GFD etc.)
Has implemented programmes with an increased level of responsibility.
Has provided inputs to policy discussions.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
Request for Disability related Reasonable Accommodations:
It is important to WFP to create an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection and hiring process, please direct your request and inquiries to the Diversity and Inclusion team on: global.inclusion@wfp.org, cc’ing pakistan.hr@wfp.org. A member of the reasonable accommodation team will contact you to confidentially discuss your needs.
This email is only to be used for any disability related accessibility requirements, and not for sending the application itself. Due to volume of applications, any applications or CVs sent through this email address will not be considered as a formal application and will not receive a reply from WFP.
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, 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.This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
This position will be based in Provincial office Muzaffarabad, AJK and incumbent will report to head of PO or designate
WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. 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.
