Programme Assistant GS-5, Multiple Locations
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 WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the winner of the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize. We are 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. In Lao PDR, WFP supports the government in providing school lunches for primary students, counters malnutrition with targeted food support to the most vulnerable, and helps communities build resilient lives with sustainable livelihood options.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Post title: Programme Assistant GS-5
Contract type: Fixed-term appointment
Level: GS-5
Location: 1) Ta-Oi district, Salavan province 2) Kaleum district, Sekong province 3) Phouvong district, Attapeu province
Numbers of post: 3 in total (1 post per each Location)
Duration: 1 year (renewable)
This vacancy announcement is for Nationals from Laos PDR only.
Qualified women and men are encouraged to apply. WFP is committed to an inclusive working environment which values diversity and has zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment and abuse of any kind. WFP provides necessary arrangement to ensure staff safety when travel to remote areas.
WFP is committed to gender equality and parity (50% women and 50% men) and to diversity more generally, among employees across all grades, functions and contract modalities. WFP supports the use of flexible working arrangements to assist women and men in balancing work and personal responsibilities, translating into effective, efficient and dedicated participation of women and men in the workforce. WFP offers an attractive salary and other benefits, including annual leave, parental leave and health insurance for staff and eligible dependents.
JOB PURPOSE
WFP is looking for Programme Assistant GS5 (Fixed-term) to be based in:
- Ta-Oi District, Saravan Province
- Kaleum District, Sekong Province
- Phouvong District, Attapeu Province
Since 2022, WFP has been implementing a new Country Strategic Plan (CSP) 2022-2026. The CSP is formulated around achieving 4 Strategic Outcomes, including WFP’s commitments on improving the nutrition of the most vulnerable populations in Laos.
The Agriculture for Nutrition project phase 2 (AFN-II), aiming at fighting malnutrition and increasing incomes amongst smallholder farmers families, will be implemented from mid-2023 onwards for a duration of at least 6 years. The nutrition activities under AFN-II will be implemented in a total of 15 districts in 6 provinces, 3 of them in the North and 3 in the South.
The positions advertised will be based in the District Agriculture and Forestry Offices (DAFO) in 3 districts mentioned above and the successful candidates will work and coordinate closely together with the DAFO and other district counterparts to successfully implement the WFP-led activities under the AFN-II project.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Policy Officer in charge of the AFN-II as well as the concerned Head of Field office, the Programme assistants are responsible for:
- Provide project management and/or general office
- Support following established targets and WFP’s policies and procedures.
- Support Implementation of participatory village development plans and multisectoral district level planning activities.
- Work and exchange information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation, and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
- Support communication and activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions.
- Support implementation of the Agriculture for Nutrition 2 (AFN-II) project at district level in close collaboration with the District Agriculture and Forestry Office (DAFO) and other district-based stakeholders.
- Support Implementation of Farmer Nutrition Schools (FNS) in AFN-II target villages.
- Supervise other activities under AFN-II that are implemented under the WFP led components such as Rice banks and Gender related activities.
- Support other WFP field staff in the district where applicable
- Supervise other WFP supported programme activities that exist in the district.
- Regularly provide updates and reports on the field activities implemented through Service provider, Lao Women’s Union and DoH staff. Regular monitoring of the implementation of Village Development Plan (VDP) activities, Social Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) activities and Farmer Nutrition Schools.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in agriculture, nutrition, public health, social sciences is desirable.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in Lao and English, ability to speak at least one ethnic group language is an asset
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
- At least five (5) years' relevant working experience in rural community development, agriculture or equivalent is preferable.
- Experience working with different technical teams (agriculture, health, education).
- Experience working in difficult locations with people of different backgrounds.
- Excellent word and excel processing skills.
- Knowledge of database and data analysis is an asset.
- Able to drive motorbike in rural setting.
- Ability to work independently.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Posting date: Monday 19 June 2023
Closing date: Sunday 2 July 2023, Midnight Local time
All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of behaviour aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK, namely:
- Leading by example with integrity,
- Driving results and delivering on commitments,
- Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork,
- Applying strategic thinking,
- Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships.
Female applicants and qualified applicants are especially encouraged to apply
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.
