Programme Policy Officer CST II

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Are you interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organization investing in its people?

If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you!!! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & 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.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP established the Caribbean Multi-Country Office to provide technical assistance and capacity-strengthening in the English and Dutch-speaking Caribbean. The office covers 22 countries and territories. WFP is applying its global expertise to a programme of cross-functional activities designed to improve regional and national preparedness to strengthen resilience and enable rapid and appropriate assistance to people impacted by shocks and disasters. The regional programme of work includes technical assistance on social protection (e.g., data analysis/collection, digitalisation, payments), vulnerability and risk analysis, integrated supply chain management, food security/food systems, and disaster risk financing. The office also responds to emergencies in support of governments and CDEMA as needed, including previous responses to disasters in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, and Belize, which included cash-based transfer responses linked to social protection.

WFP works closely with governments to strengthen social protection and disaster risk management systems to promote resilience and food security, including through enhancing linkages between social protection and agriculture. With the Caribbean heavily dependent on extra-regional imports and highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, maximizing how social protection can support responses to shocks, people’s resilience and adaptation to climate change is a high priority.

JOB PURPOSE

The job purpose is to design and manage programmes of moderate size or complexity that contribute to policy formulation and provide technical advice or oversight on programme strategy and implementation. This role includes a particular focus on technical leadership on social protection and cash transfers through government systems. It reports to the Head of Programme.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contribute to formulation of WFP-wide programme policies in line with both organisational strategy and the practical realities of operating in the field; or translate programme policy into Regional/Country level practices.
Provide advice and support to cos on moderately complex issues to clarify ambiguities and ensure that policy and 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.
Assist counterparts in governments and other partners in identifying where food assistance can be usefully employed and provide support and technical expertise for the planning, formulation and implementation of moderately complex food assistance programmes to strengthen government and community ownership and effectiveness of food security and nutrition programmes at national and sub-national levels.
Establish and maintain operational partnerships to identify opportunities for collaborative approaches and initiatives that improve assistance packages and support advocacy work.
Enhance WFP’s leadership status in forums relating to area of specialism, for example food security, social protection, nutrition, livelihoods, resilience or engagement in humanitarian, transition and development contexts through direct participation, briefings, information products and other materials.
Manage operational research and evidence-building on issues relevant to social protection and other topics as relevant.
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.
Contribute to resource mobilisation efforts for WFP projects, including clearly articulating the need for food assistance and related programme opportunities, and follow up on the resource situation of projects including commodity and cash availability, seeking advice from senior colleagues where necessary.
Advise and support the development of functional training in areas of expertise to enhance the capacity of WFP staff and partner to design and deliver effective food assistance programmes.
Lead, motivate and develop a team of staff to enable high performance.
Ensure the best use of assigned financial resources for achievement of set objectives within a moderate budget.
Contribute to Country Office Emergency Preparedness i.e. early warning, risk analysis, and contingency planning in order to respond to humanitarian crises and needs.
Other as required.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

Has experience working across the Programme portfolio
Has experience on social protection and cash transfers
Has team management experience
Has engaged in policy discussions on social protection
Has experience in emergency response
Candidates must demonstrate exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills to effectively navigate a multi-country environment and lead a local team within a broader organizational framework. Success in this role also hinges on the ability to thrive in a non-traditional setting with limited direct control, necessitating flexibility, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
The role entails collaborating with UN and government officials, requiring strong partnership skills and ability to work independently. Emphasis lies on UN coordination and sustainable development. Technical proficiency in social protection and disaster risk management is vital for bolstering existing government engagement. The role requires the unique ability to apply WFP capabilities within a government systems-strengthening approach.

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC 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: Five to ten years of relevant experience.

**Language:**Fluency (level C) in English language.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
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Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
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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.

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