Company Address: Address UN Gigiri Compound, Nairobi, Kenya

Procurement Associate (Knowledge Management) Human Resources Assistant (Performance Management and Workplace Culture), SC5 Human Resources Associate, SC6

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Unit, the incumbent will provide end-to-end visibility on procurement function, to enable synergy and adequate decision-making, so the organisation’s ability to obtain better value for money is influenced and consequently, organisational objectives and policies are positively impacted. More specifically, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

Summary

Support the implementation of a knowledge management strategy
Develop and maintain knowledge building and knowledge sharing tools and practices aiming to enhance and promote the visibility of procurement operations in the region
Implementation of administrative and financial tasks related to the Procurement Unit’s work

Detailed Activities:

Draft unit reports, meeting minutes, regional food market intel bulletins and newsletters on a regular basis.
Draft procurement briefs, updates, success stories and further develop internal records and databases, ensuring information is accurate, organised and available for others to access.
Contribute to communication pieces through good research, analysis of assigned area of work and timely preparation and distribution of information products to target audiences.
Navigate through the existing corporate digital platforms to extract statistical information for the unit reports and donor briefs.
Produce visual information such as tables, graphs and other infographics in suitable format for reporting and illustration purpose;
Monitor social media, specialised publications, UN reports, engage with Country office procurement staff for updates and report relevant information to senior staff to inform the development of markets and other relevant information.
Support to formulation and implementation of communication strategy

Respond to specialised queries and requests for support, using initiative and following standard processes, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of all enquiries
Analyse previous purchasing data to establish apparent trends to form key input in the procurement decisions and strategies.

Support capacity building of Procurement staff in providing advice and guidance within area and level of expertise, to ensure that all activities meet desired standards of consistency, quality and impact.
Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, in order to provide an aligned, coherent service, and to identify opportunities to collaborate/integrate processes and activities.
Provide a full range of complex business support services to contribute to the effective functioning of the unit and regional procurement operations, including the management of workshops, training programs, etc.
Perform other tasks as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Universitiy Degree in Social Sciences or related fields (preferably Communications, International Development, or Political Sciences)
Experience: At least three years of progressively responsible national and/or international experience in communications, information management, reporting and/or business-related positions. Working knowledge of Supply Chain fundamentals is beneficial.

Knowledge & Skills:

Experience in communication required.
Excellent writing skills (in English), proofreading, and editing skills. Ability to produce high-quality written materials, including graphically based Power Point presentations as well as text documents.
Proven and demonstrable knowledge and experience in statistics, data analysis and/or information management;
Good knowledge of East Africa supply chains is a strong added advantage
Collaborative spirit able to liaise with a wide range of people at levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility and diplomacy.
Strong time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles, and an ability to juggle competing priorities successfully, and to work to tight deadlines.
Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy.
Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN WFP.
Strong conceptual thinking

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November 2, 2024
Roster _ Procurement Officer (NOB/SC9)

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Unit, the job incumbent will report to the Food Procurement Team Lead and expected to provide effective coordination, technical support related to food purchases in the regional bureau and its country offices. To operate with a high degree of collaboration and engagement with various teams, be involved in strategic planning and analytical work to expand food purchases in the region. More specifically, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

Contribute towards the development of food procurement plans and processes ensuring compliance with wider food procurement policies and WFP standards
Support or manage procurement programs and operational activities, (e.g. issue tenders, evaluate offers, and negotiate/award contracts), following standard processes to contribute to successful procurement of food commodities and the related services.
Track and analyze data and market trends to provide recommendations for process improvement.
Collate data and contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reports of procurement activities, to contribute to a WFP wide view that enables informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders, leading to performance optimization
Collate information and draft appropriate responses to recommendations to support auditing of food procurement activities and ensure conformity with compliance rules.
Work in close collaboration with internal counterparts and external partners including suppliers, superintendents, companies, etc to align procurement activities with wider programs and ensure a coherent approach to meeting food assistance needs
Support training of WFP staff to take a strategic and proactive approach to the procurement of food commodities and services, for example designing and reviewing training materials.
Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with more complex analyses and queries.
Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy food and needed goods and services to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
Support in attendance and participation in monthly food planning meetings and the monthly Integrated Resource Management Meeting
Support preparation of the annual Regional Food Sourcing Plan.
Support to mobilize Procurement colleagues from Country Offices and Headquarters to prepare a consolidated presentation for demand planning meetings.
Other as required

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or other relevant fields, or First University degree with additional years of related work.

Experience:

Three or more years’ work experience in procurement, public and government funds, with experience in conducting cost analyses, working with vendors and or partners with additional supervisory experience.
Experience working in the international development/humanitarian sectors an advantage.
At least five years supervising staff, delegating, and coordinating work, and ensuring high-quality, timely outputs.

Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge and understanding of the supplier network and business needs to effectively select vendors that meet the selection criteria. Strong understanding of procurement systems, Corporate operating System and tools to conduct range of analyses and generate reports to drive decision making
Ability to establish and manage small contracts/ portions of larger contracts that enhance the value WFP obtains from its engagements (e.g., cost, efficiency, quality).
Ability to collect, collate and report records relating to ethics and compliance to assist in the analysis of audit findings.
Ability to produce high-quality written materials, including graphically based presentations, reports and reference materials.
Ability to interact with leaders and external audiences with maturity and tact.
Ability to work in a team and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.
High capacity for organization and coordination, as well as an ability to work with a high degree of collaboration with various type of teams.
Strong time management skills with an ability to plan, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles, and an ability to juggle competing priorities successfully, and to work to tight deadlines.
Excellent problem-solver, follow-through skills and sense of accountability and process ownership.
Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy.
Able to supervise and manage more junior staff, appropriately delegating tasks and ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables.
Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN WFP.
Strong conceptual thinking

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English mandatory (Level C). Intermediate knowledge of other UN languages is a plus – French is preferred

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November 2, 2024
Senior Innovation Manager, Innovation Consultancy Services Lead, CST II Driver, SC2

JOB PURPOSE

The incumbent, reporting to the Head of Innovation in WFP Kenya, will be expected to lead the Innovation Consultancy Services pillar, including the strategic leadership, business development, project delivery and team management. The incumbent will also be expected to actively contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the Innovation Unit and work towards the overall success of the Unit and the WFP Kenya Country Office.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

Lead the Innovation Consultancy Services workstream including strategic direction and business development

Set the strategic direction for the Innovation Consultancy Services team, manage the innovation portfolio, and ensure that the team delivers on key impact and budget targets
Lead on demand generation, proposal preparation and negotiation of new contracts and funding agreements
Provide guidance on scoping, delivering and managing innovation services in cooperation with a broad range of partners within and outside of WFP
Build strong relationships with programme partners and realise high-impact, high value innovation projects with multiple partners within and outside of WFP

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):
Lead and deliver high-priority and high-impact innovation projects in line with WFP Kenya’s mission

Ensure the on time, on budget and on scope delivery of the Innovation Services projects
Plan and deliver projects related to WFP Kenya’s mission that involve senior stakeholders, and high-level partnerships management
Lead and facilitate strategic multi-partner co-creation and strategy planning sessions, workshops, retreats
Ensure that Innovation mindset, methods and practices are mainstreamed across the WFP Kenya country office through effective capability building and knowledge management
Manage and guide the strategic partnership with the office of the UN Resident Coordinator on the development of UNCT Joint Programmes

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):
Lead and guide a team of Innovation experts:

Guide and grow a team of Innovation experts and other disciplines by establishing priorities, providing coaching, and making sure people are engaged in the right value-creation activities.
Provide strategic and expert advice and guidance on innovation methodologies, practices and project management
Cultivate an open and high-performing team culture to help the team thrive in constantly changing environments.
Conduct performance feedback and development sessions to foster the right conditions for collective and individual learning and growth

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):

Co-lead the strategic and organizational development of the Innovation Unit

Contribute to the establishment of strategic objectives and ensure work plans are in place to meet key results.
Build up the right capabilities, share knowledge and best practices, making sure that people are equipped with the right tools and skills to deliver results.
Define and run initiatives and projects that help to improve the team’s efficiency and results
Help shape the strategic evolution of the Innovation Unit’s portfolio and value proposition to best meet the needs of the people and organizations we serve

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced University degree in business, economics, innovation, international development, public policy or related fields

Experience:

At least 6 years of international experience in a start-up, innovation accelerator, innovation-related roles in private businesses and in the humanitarian or international development sector.
Experience in building and managing partnerships and teams to deliver innovative, sustainable projects from within the private and humanitarian sectors.
Experience owning and managing end-to-end verticals of work (e.g. delivering consulting products, capacity building programmes).
Experience with the World Food Programme and working in a Country Office location is highly desirable.

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English mandatory. An intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish), Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages), and/or Swahili is desirable.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge & Skills:

Experience in innovation project life cycle – from ideation, minimum viable product, testing, prototyping and implementation
Excellent knowledge on Innovation methodologies such as Human-centered Design
Experience working cross-functionally and getting things done in a scrappy and hands-on way.
Experience with leading teams
Worked in a large-scale organization – ideally in WFP/UN
Experience with working in developing countries, ideally in East Africa
A proven track record of driving and implementing projects – effectively delivering impactful elements of projects in a fast-moving environment
Strong conceptual thinking to develop new strategies & innovative projects.
Able to interact with a broad range of stakeholders and external audience with maturity

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS (cont.):
Knowledge & Skills:

Excellent facilitator who is able to lead high-level stakeholder meetings
Collaborative spirit, able to partner with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility and diplomacy
Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy
Sets a high-level of ambition for the project and own work to achieve impact for the people we serve
Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN World Food Programme

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November 2, 2024
Logistics Officer (CBT & Markets) Consultant Level II Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa (RBN) 1

JOB PURPOSE

The Consultant will provide specialist advice and analytics and contribute to ensuring integrated and impactful CBT and Market strategies and operations. S/he will strengthen Supply Chain approach and interventions to enable responsive market functionality in emergency settings, engaging with COs, HQ, Regional Procurement and Programme colleagues. The Logistics Officer / CBT will work closely with other stakeholders to facilitate better access to quality products, help reduce food loss / waste and improve the competitiveness and resilience of supply chains to market which in turn will provide better and reliable value to customers.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the direct supervision of Deputy Regional Logistics Officer, the key tasks of the officer will be to:

CBT and Market Operations

Lead oversight missions to COs on SC in cash-based assistance. Ensure/Support country offices input into risk registers the risks associated with SC plans in market-based assistance, level of severity and recommended steps to manage risks to acceptable levels.
Document best practices which can inform the development of new guidance.
Review and input into Country Strategic Plans (CSPs) and CO cash-based assistance strategies regarding the positioning of SC’s role in market operations, with associated structure.
Provide input and advice to Country Office (CO) Heads of Supply Chain and RBN Heads of Unit on why an increasing impact of SC in market operations is important and how it can be achieved.
Advise supply chain CBT focal points in the region, providing required expertise and ensuring cross functional coordination on quality market assessments, inputs into modality selection as needed, the identification of inefficiencies and opportunities for effective market strengthening, and operational plans and resourcing to achieve these.
Identify training needs and ensure the dissemination and implementation of guidance documents and corporate tools in support of cash-based operations.
Organize trainings to enhance the capacity of WFP Supply Chain staff to support the design and delivery of effective market-based assistance.
Maintain cross functional relationships and logistics role in cross-functional Cash Working Group, report on challenges and/or success stories related to market strengthening and development activities in the region.
Guide and direct the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and tools for market strengthening activities.
Identify opportunities for research and evidence generation on the impact of supply chain in market operations to inform advocacy and strengthen supply chain policies and guidance formulation.

Project Manager for the SC-CBT Support team

Manage the support team concept and model, including demand planning, cost-structure, fund management and performance indicators.
Coordinate with all COs in the region to establish the most urgent needs and gaps in their CBT and Market Operations capacity as operations scale up.
Based on needs assessment, coordinate and support the development of RB-CO agreements, schedules and operational plans for the deployment of the SC-CBT support team.
Plan, organize and supervise the SC-CBT support team comprised of 4 National Officers.
Ensure performance as per operational plans, knowledge transfer to COs, full cost recovery and financial and performance accountability.

Contribute to the Food Systems workstream

Facilitate research on market system development under the umbrella of the food systems approach in coordination with Programme.
Consult key technical focal points in both COs and RB to optimize the SC support in food systems.
Document knowledge by continuously capturing emerging lessons/best practices and innovations and adjust operational approaches accordingly.
Based on practical experience and findings, refine the RB SC approach on Food Systems and Market Development going forward.
Draft guidance on the logistics contribution in food systems in RBN region, in line with the Regional food system strategy and high level HQ guidance.
Any other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Retail Management, Project Management, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, International Logistics Management, or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
Language: Fluency (level C) in English language, second language desirable.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Minimum of 5 years experience in supply chain operations of which with relevant experience in cash based operations, in particular market development, or regional trade or other relevant private sector experience

Knowledge & Skills

Experience in supply chain retail or wholesale or private sector engagement
Experience in developing market strengthening strategies in a country and supervising the implementation thereof.
Excellent coordination and people skills.
Experience identifying inefficiencies, risks and opportunities for supply chain operations.
Experience in implementing operational supply chain strategies, and performance evaluation and monitoring processes.
Excellent project- and funds management skills.
Understanding of WFP systems and procedures, the East African context and related trade networks is a plus.

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November 1, 2024
Security Associate, G6

JOB PURPOSE

To perform tasks related to the implementation and assessment of security measures and maintenance of equipment with a view towards providing updates and recommendations to facilitate informed decision-making and secure WFP staff, facilities and operations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Review security threats and risks in detail and compile accurate reports on trends and situations that could adversely impact WFP operations, in order to ensure information is accurately collated and sent to senior security staff to support reporting and decision making.
Review security related information (e.g. security incidents and events, security support to daily activities, etc.) and use corporate or local information management tools to produce a range of analyses and in-depth reports, to ensure that information is readily available for relevant stakeholders.
Liaise and co-ordinate with local administration, security and law enforcement authorities, communities, UN/NGO security staff and other actors, to facilitate access for safe programme delivery and to mitigate potential risks against staff and other resources.
Plan and co-ordinate staff activities during field missions and perform security assessments within the area of responsibility to support safe and effective programme delivery.
Analyze security assessment reports following field missions and present detailed recommendations for risk mitigation to support security situation analysis and facilitate decision-making. 6. Assist in advising the Country Director on security risk management matters and safety issues in compliance with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
Support the implementation of risk management mitigation measures, including Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) to ensure compliance.
Support the maintenance and management of security equipment and make recommendations to strengthen technology capacity in line with business requirements.
Monitor and ensure that all access control procedures are effective and stringently followed by all staff and visitors, in order to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Maintain and develop recommendations for improving emergency and contingency planning documentation including physical preparations and procedures, to support preparedness for a crisis.
Deliver security training to staff and review security training needs in order to develop measures to meet business requirements.
Supervise and provide on-the-job training to other staff supporting their development and high performance.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area such as Military or Police Service.
Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in security management, investigations, law enforcement or related business stream.

Knowledge & Skills:

Specialized knowledge of the application of practical methods, techniques, procedures and systems used in security, typically gained through technical training and work experience.
Broad knowledge and understanding of security logistics, security administration, risk assessment and co-ordination with local authorities and local law enforcement agencies.
Training and experience in fire and related intervention/evacuation procedures.
Ability to manage emergency situations and remain calm.
Attention to detail and constant vigilance in order to promptly detect any breach in security measures.
Ability to interpret information, use judgement and inform supervisors of any incidents which might impact the UNWFP staff and operations.
Excellent communication skills in order to maintain frequent correspondence with both, internal staff and external authorities with regards to security advisories and security incidents.
Willingness to attend security trainings and comply with UNSMS standards.

Language:

Fluency in English

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Has gained sound knowledge of security operations technical processes
Has provided technical guidance and training to staff members within area of expertise
Has supported research and collation of data which feeds into reports that inform security operations activities

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November 1, 2024
Investigations Officer, P3

THE ROLE

As an Investigation Officer, you will take part in internal reviews and assessments of received complains and allegations, efficiently plan and undertake complex investigations and prepare comprehensive reports. A large emphasis is placed on coordination of the work of investigative teams, development of policies and procedures, provision of advice on best practices with respect to investigations and guidance/training to other staff.
Investigations matters include Fraud and Corruption, Abusive Conduct, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and other policy violation of WFP staff and contracted partners and vendors.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Efficiently plan and undertake office and field-based investigations into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable rules and regulations.
Manage the workflow of individual investigation cases within the set timeframes.
Take part in internal reviews and assessments of received complains and allegations and draw recommendations.
Prepare reports and ad hoc briefs pertaining to investigations and, based on analysis and findings, make recommendations for corrective actions, improved controls and efficiency of WFP operations.
Assess the potential for fraud and corruption in operational activities and contribute to formulation of recommendations to senior management.
Provide guidance and advice to WFP employees on matters pertaining to the investigation of wrongdoing and direct staff appointed by field offices to assist in investigations.
Regularly appraise progress of investigations and assess probable impact of investigation outcomes relative to strategies and advice colleagues.
Coordinate with local officials, governments, and external organizations, and obtain their support such as interpreters or facts providers to facilitate investigative work.
Effectively work and coordinate with other control and monitoring functions as appropriate.
Contribute to the development or develop policies and procedures, and share best practices/lessons learnt from investigative work.
Other as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

University degree in Criminology, Investigations, Law, Audit, Accounting or other related fields. Formal training and/or certification in various law enforcement methodologies/fraud examination or investigation.

Experience:

Five years or more of relevant, postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in conducting criminal or administrative investigations.

Language:

Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or, Portuguese (a WFP working language).

MORE ABOUT YOU

In depth understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to investigations and practical use of investigation techniques.
Demonstrated skills in investigations planning and implementation.
Familiarity with the use of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources and databases.
Expertise in handling facts/evidence related to investigations.
Business acumen.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Time management skills.

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November 1, 2024
Administration Assistant (Events Management) Procurement Associate (Goods and Services) Monitoring Assistant, SC4

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver a wide range of administration processes and activities for a specific professional area of work, to facilitate effective service delivery

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Coordinates with the Travel Management Company and/ or Procurement team to book events, Conference Facilities and Hotel rooms.
Guide staff requesting Event bookings on the right procedures to follow.
Respond to Event Management queries and provide timely and accurate guidance.
Manage and maintain records and databases related to Events Management, to ensure information is organized and readily available for staff.
Give feedback to Business Support assistants on new procedures related to Events Management, and support on issues that they may have.
Follow with the Travel Management company on any issues raised, or documented lack of customer service.
Maintain relationships with a range of individuals through provision of business support to assist in information sharing and service delivery to staff.
Proof-read reports, documentation, correspondence, etc., making changes in line with established guidelines where appropriate.
Contribute to improvement of business procedures and processes.
Collect and perform basic analysis of data to contribute to quality business information management.
Provide guidance to junior colleagues in performing their duties.
Provide inputs to routine methods and practices in own area of work, to support the office
Continuous improvement of services provided
Will be required to take on additional responsibilities in the field of facilities, transport, and contract management in the absence of the focal point.
Other as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.
Language: Fluency (level C) in English language

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in in the area of administration and a minimum of two (2) years in a similar role is desirable.

Knowledge and skills:

Has demonstrated an ability to perform all routine administrative activities in line with WFPs operating standards through day to day work
Has supported in providing ad-hoc guidance to new staff members
Has Knowledge of working with an Events Management Company.

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November 1, 2024
Monitoring Assistant, SC4

JOB PURPOSE

To perform monitoring activities within a specific coverage area and provide reports to support the effective delivery of assistance packages.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Verify the planned movements and distribution of food or non-food items, reporting issues or discrepancies to the supervisor for timely resolution of problems and to ensure that the quantity distributed and the quality of the operation is in line with WFP standards.
Maintain information records and monitoring plan documentation, such as records of commodity movements and programme checklists, in order to assist in the effective delivery and distribution of food items or non-food items.
Collate assistance programme(s) data in accordance with clear direction, in order to support programme reviews and informative decision-making.
Liaise with cooperating partners and internal counterparts to gather feedback and comments to support programme reviews and improve services.
Receive and collate comments and feedback from cooperating partners, beneficiaries, and beneficiaries, to support identifying programmatic issues with a view to fostering efficient operations.
Provide guidance for cooperating partners on WFP operational practices, monitoring tools and methods in order to support them to complete self-monitoring tasks and to contribute to the visibility of WFP in the coverage areas.
Prepare field mission reports to document programme implementation.
Follow set emergency response processes and procedures for emergency food assistance.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary Diploma or Certificate in Social Services, Nutrition, Agriculture or other related field is desirable.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Has experience analyzing programme output and outcome data.
General knowledge of WFP monitoring and evaluation systems and standards.

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November 1, 2024
Partnerships Officer, Consultancy Level II

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This job will be based in Nairobi in the Kenya Country Office. Job holders work with high degree of independence using technical knowledge and experience to analyze data, prepare reports, provide advice and solutions to problems, and identify opportunities for improvements.
In Country Offices, these jobs report to the Communications Officer, to ensure that the Country Office partnership activities serve WFP needs in the country of assignment, taking into consideration the overall regional partnership plan and WFP’s corporate goals.

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

WFP is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide, with a mission to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. WFP Kenya is one of the 15 largest operations in the organization, with a yearly budget of approximately USD 200 million and a complex portfolio of activities spanning relief operations for refugees/vulnerable Kenyan populations; resilience building through asset creation and food systems strengthening; capacity strengthening activities (school meals, emergency preparedness and response), and logistics services including management of a major regional port and the UNHAS service.
The Country office is seeking an appropriately qualified consultant for a period of 11 months, to provide support in the areas of Partnerships (Donor Relations).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
The assignment will involve some or all of the following responsibilities:

Coordinate the implementation of agreed segments of the donor relations workplan, specifically private sector and selected government donor engagement, to enable WFP to identify, develop and strengthen quality partnerships in support of WFP strategic objectives.
Contribute substantively to the development, implementation and periodic revision of the Partnership Action Plan, working with functional units and RB staff to develop coordinated outreach plans. Support alignment of partner engagement across the organization.
Proactively support a wide range of aspects of the donor relations/partnerships portfolio, including:
profiling, data/trends analysis and outreach planning, to maximise resources for Kenya country office and regional/interagency initiatives, and to leverage policy and technical support for WFP’s work.
Gather and share donor intelligence, including forecasting, using key information systems (eg WINGS, Salesforce, WFPgo, RBN Dashboards and Kenya CO resource management systems) to track activity and assess results.
Extend support on partnership/contribution management, in line with corporate norms, processes and legal agreements, including quality proposal and (on occasion) report writing, engaging with other WFP entities (eg. global offices and Friends groups) and external stakeholders.
Facilitate partnership growth, by exploring opportunities to expand existing partnerships and scope of new partners, guided by assessments, analysis and due diligence;
Ensure partner visibility and that partner conditions are met.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (cont.)

Facilitate corporate dialogue with partners through preparation of quality briefing materials and meeting reports;
Proactively highlight strategic opportunities and issues to senior management and propose options for the best course of action to nurture trust and interest in the work of WFP, ensuring follow up.
Support the preparation of joint events (UN pledging conferences, regional drought response and interagency initiatives) that can advance WFP interests and objectives.
As required, support WFP’s effective positioning with national governments, regional and international institutions, with the aim of influencing engagement and the policy agenda.
In the context of the UN System and selected multilateral for a, support the development of partnerships with member states, civil society and intergovernmental organizations to advocate for attainment of the SDGs and Zero Hunger.
Take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work to ensure equal participation of women and men.
Other related duties as required.

EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

A written summary covering
Summary of proposals submitted and status of prospective donors in pipeline
Events and donor missions supported, and lessons learned/suggestions for future collaborations
any other key achievements during the period of appointment.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Experience:

Six years or more of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field of work, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development. Prior experience working within, or in connection with, a UN system organization or in the humanitarian sector is desirable. Prior experience working in, or supporting projects based in, developing countries will be highly regarded.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (cont.)
Knowledge & Skills:

Has a good understanding of government and corporate strategy and priorities and has gained experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnership.
Has developed long term partner relationships and expanded engagements across geographies and sectors
Has gained significant experience in exploring new opportunities and developing proposals to design and develop solutions with prospective partners and expand existing engagements and partner relationships.
Has designed and managed resource mobilization processes, negotiated contract terms and provided resourcing advice to senior management.
Has gained experience in gathering, documenting, and analyzing partner intelligence (both data and qualitative information such as partners’ focus areas and organizational operations) to develop a Unique Value Proposition and engagement strategy for partners.
Has experience of using technology and digital tools for managing partner information and to share insights to add value to partnerships corporately.
Has demonstrated sound teamwork, collaboration and motivation abilities and contributed to a gender-balanced, inclusive, and positive working environment.

Languages:

Written and oral proficiency in English is essential.
Intermediate (or better) knowledge of another WFP official language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish or WFP’s working language) is highly desirable.

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November 1, 2024
Programme and Policy Officer (Resilient Livelihoods) – Consultant Level II

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

In the eastern Africa region, approximately 20 percent of the global population faces acute hunger. Ethiopia and South Sudan face two of the top ten worst global food crises which are still ongoing, and Sudan has entered a steep downward spiral towards the same direction. The region constitutes a microcosm of larger trends and food and nutrition security issues faced by communities, governments, and WFP itself. The climate crisis poses a significant risk to food systems, disproportionately affecting the most food- insecure people around the world. Especially in Eastern Africa region, land degradation is an increasingly serious issue, which leads to a situation where the double environmental and climate crises reinforcing each other. The impacts of climate variability and extremes are most prominent in the Eastern Africa Region, interacting with other main drivers of hunger and malnutrition, including conflict and economic shocks (now exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic), resulting in the increasing humanitarian needs.
At the same time, eastern Africa holds many of the answers to addressing these challenges, offering additional opportunities for WFP to fight hunger by adopting a transformative approach to food systems engagement. As WFP continues to work in food systems, it looks to align its programmes and activities, as well as its thinking, to adopt a holistic food systems lens. With the objective to transform its assistance, WFP will look to intentionally contribute to the development of a food system that will make it more nourishing, sustainable, equitable, and resilient for all. Through livelihoods within food systems initiatives in the region, WFP aims to strengthen vulnerable people’s and food systems’ capacities to absorb the impacts from different types of shocks and stressors by adapting their practices and transforming their livelihoods, across the humanitarian development peace nexus.
In light of the double environmental and climate crises mentioned earlier, WFP has had several examples of how it can strengthen its programming to increase restoration (nature-based solutions) especially through watershed management and other water- related programmes, which can help break this cycle and create the potential to positively transform food systems.
The consultant will focus on supporting strategy, policies, design, implementation, and research on WFP activities and initiatives in the region and beyond focusing on specific activities that can contribute to resilience building. These include asset creation and livelihoods, strengthening value chains, and improving access to markets and market- based solutions, across agricultural and pastoralist systems, in both rural and urban settings. S/he will work in close collaboration with the food systems team, as well as relevant focal points from the nutrition, school feeding, supply chain, social protection, and emergency response and preparedness teams to achieve the necessary programme integration.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Working under the supervision of the Deputy Head of Food Systems, the Programme and Policy Officer (Resilient Livelihoods) will:

Lead and supervise the livelihoods team
Manage and set priorities for a team of technical specialists and operational personnel, building capacities as needed
Supervise special projects within the team, ensuring deliverables are met, and expenditures are tracked as needed
Thought leadership on resilient livelihoods and food systems
Provide strategic direction, building on established resilience and food system frameworks, support country offices (COs) with their resilient livelihoods strategies and how these contribute to their overall food systems strategy development and programme implementation
Lead discussions on developing innovative approaches for WFP programming within resilient livelihoods portfolio and its inclusion in guidance for COs
Provide technical insight and coordination on WFP’s regional natural resource management, soil and water conservation, landscape and ecosystem restoration policies
Develop and lead regional studies, assessments and research on topics related to his/her portfolio.

ADDITIONAL KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide technical backstopping to Country Offices on resilience building activities by:

Support COs on the design, implementation, and oversight of resilient livelihoods programmes at country level, with a specific focus on asset creation and livelihoods, natural resource management, soil and water conservation, landscape and ecosystem restoration, and on their synergies with other programmes and activities (e.g. anticipatory action, climate services, access to financial services, school feeding, nutrition, and social protection, etc)
Lead the team providing CO support on strengthening value chains, improving access to markets and market-based solutions, post-harvest management and youth engagement
Ensure gender perspectives are effectively reflected in asset creation and livelihoods programming, and that they are designed to ensure the meaningful participation of women and men and the empowerment of marginalized groups;
Advise on mainstreaming relevant cross-cutting issues within asset creation and livelihoods programming
Support and provide guidance on his/her areas of expertise to COs as needed during the development of their Country Strategic Plans (CSPs) and project proposals; this entails working closely with RBN colleagues to ensure a coordinated approach and maximise synergies with climate risk management, DRR and climate change adaptation, emergency preparedness interventions

ADDITIONAL KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Knowledge management and capacity building

Support capacity building activities for RBN and COs’ staff, including:

Support the development and facilitation of trainings tailored to the eastern Africa region and specific country contexts, including relevant background materials, to enhance the capacity of WFP staff and partners to design and deliver effective asset creation and livelihoods, improving access to markets and markets-based solutions, post-harvest losses reduction, and value chain development programmes.
Work closely with colleagues from other programming areas to co-develop and incorporate relevant guidance on integrated resilience/ food systems programming in relevant trainings/documents to strengthen coherence
Contribute to the development of knowledge and evidence-based products, including briefs, key messaging, talking points and case-studies

ADDITONAL KEY ACCOUNTABILTIES Long Description
Enhance overall coordination on asset creation and livelihoods and market access programmes and programmatic integration within programme teams as well as with procurement and logistics units

Support better coordination with other food systems programmes at RBN and CO level, also working closely with other technical units in RBN (social protection, emergency preparedness, RAM, school feeding) to foster synergies for integrated approach to resilience building and DRR
Liaise and strengthen coordination with relevant units in HQ working to promote greater coherence and coordination and coordinate provision of inputs and technical support to country offices on asset creation and livelihoods and smallholder markets support
Participate and represent WFP in regional inter-agency meetings and other relevant fora

Long Description
Partnerships and fundraising

Support the development of proposals, including reviewing and providing inputs into climate finance proposals, with elements of asset creation and livelihoods
Support country offices engagement with relevant partners and stakeholders to scale up integrated resilience programmes, with a focus on strengthening government and community ownership and effectiveness of food security and nutrition programmes at regional, national and sub-national levels – including through extended field work
Strengthen and develop operational partnerships with other organizations (governments, UN, NGO’s, academia and research institutions) to foster collaborative approaches and initiatives that improve resilience and livelihoods related assistance packages
Support the development of MoUs, LTAs or expert rosters as needed to strengthen Country Offices access to relevant expertise;
Monitor and support operational research and evidence generation on issues relevant to asset creation and livelihoods to support resource mobilisation, and to strengthen programme/proposals formulation
Manage and contribute to the preparation and dissemination of timely analytical reports, publications, and a variety of information products for internal and/or external use

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in geography, environmental Science and management , development Studies, agronomy, agriculture, forestry, Climate Studies or related disciplines or a First University Degree with additional years of related work experience.
Language:Fluent in English including(writing and speaking ) is required

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Minimum 6-10 years of post-graduate, progressively responsible professional experience working on environmental engineering and/or development programming, rural development, agriculture or other related fields;
Country-level experience leading programme implementation and operationalizing programmatic policies on food security, natural resource management and sustainable development, rural livelihoods and poverty reduction, asset creation, access to markets, value chains, climate change adaptation and disaster risk management with communities;
Demonstrable experience and understanding of sustainable development issues is required. Experience in resilience building through rural livelihoods, graduation pathways, access to finance, climate adaptation and urban food systems at the community level, and in collaboration with local and national government in east Africa will be considered an asset.

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November 1, 2024