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  • Logistics Business Support Assistant

    Logistics Business Support Assistant

    This position is open to qualified Kenyan candidates only.
    Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Under the direct supervision of the Senior Logistics Associate and overall supervision of the Logistics Officer, the incumbent
    will be responsible for the following duties:-
    Create and maintain Logistics Purchase Orders (POs) in WFP corporate information systems;
    Create and maintain accuracy of Service Entry Sheets (SES) upon confirmation of service delivery;
    Verify invoices and ensure that all supporting documents have been verified and certified;
    Ensure that service provider invoices are forwarded, processed, cleared and payments are made in a timely manner;
    Escalate problems with vendor invoices to ensure prompt action by the appropriate staff or vendor;
    Support reconciliation of data in WFP Corporate information systems to determine validity of invoices, ensure accuracy, and make follow ups accordingly;
    Prepare debit memos to contractors informing them of any losses/damages deducted from their final payments;
    Collect and compile data, produce and/or contribute to the preparation of reports as required;
    Ensure proper filing of invoices and maintain a database of the same;
    Perform other related duties as required.
    Minimum Qualifications:
    Education:
    Secondary school education. A Post-secondary certificate related to the functional area is required.
    Experience:
    At least three years of progressively responsible support experience including at least one year in the field of accounting, transport, insurance, statistics and logistics operations.
    Language:
    Fluency in both written and spoken English is a requirement.
    Knowledge:
    Experience utilizing computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other WFP standard software packages and systems. General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing the area of work.

  • Internship

    Internship

    The Internship will be for an initial period of 6 months starting in November 2016.  
    Description: The selected candidate will report to the Head of VAM and M&E and will be assisting the WFP Programme Unit (PU) with the following key duties:
    Assist the PU Relief Team and Area Offices in developing and reviewing appropriate relief responses based on assessment information;
    Assist VAM, using assessment livelihood data, refine community targeting criteria for relief programmes;
    Liaise with the PU Livelihoods and Nutrition Teams and relevant AO focal points to, support the transition of relief responses to recovery and livelihood/nutrition focused activities;
    Work with VAM, Relief, Livelihood, Nutrition Teams and the FSC to draft revised CO guidelines for targeting highly food insecure households and individuals during localised shocks based on quantitative and qualitative information through a livelihood lens;
    Perform other duties as required.
    Essential Requirements
    Currently enrolled and have attended University courses in the last 12 months inclusive of having completed at least two years of undergraduate studies or have recently graduated in the last 12 months Advanced university degree (Masters) in economics, social sciences, public policy and/or international development policy;
    Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)and knowledge of statistical analysis software (i.e. SPSS);
    Fluent in English;
    Knowledge of a second UN language and/or Somali
    Experience in undertaking food security/nutrition assessments, data analysis, IPC, and response planning.
    Kenyan or Somali nationality;
    Strong analytical skill, interpretation of data and data sampling;
    Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to conceptualize and draft reports independently, where data charts and data interpretation are seamlessly integrated.
    Terms and Conditions
    Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$700 per month depending on the duty station of assignment. (The current rate for Nairobi is about $600)
    WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, travel to and from WFP internship location, necessary visas and costs related

  • Senior Shipping Associate National Logistics Officer Programme Policy Officer, NOA – Social Protection Engineer

    Senior Shipping Associate National Logistics Officer Programme Policy Officer, NOA – Social Protection Engineer

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Logistics Officer and under the overall supervision of the Head of Logistics, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

    Tracking WFP shipments arrivals to Somalia and alerting area offices of expected arrivals and foreseen delays;
    Compilation of shipping report capturing status of arrivals and exports and circulating on weekly basis;
    Ensuring necessary shipping documents are shared with ports operations teams on time;
    Preparations of work orders, non-charge invoice and sharing with nominated service providers for stevedoring, customs clearance;
    Ensuring nominated service providers allocations are accordance with tariff system as defined in the Transport Manual;
    Monitoring performance of the nominated service providers, consolation with ports operations teams and compilation of performance evaluation reports upon end of contract;
    Participating in evaluation of potential and existing local WFP shipping agents;
    Maintaining single line of communications between Head Quarters and Area Offices about shipping for effective and efficient information flow;
    Analysis and recommendation on optimal discharge terms for chartered arrivals based on Partners options, port capacity and estimate context developments and provide timely and accurate feedback;
    Monitoring situation prior to vessels arrival and verifying its impact on the general output of given port operations;
    Ensuring up to date information on local maritime regulations, ports structure and administration, port tariffs, shipping line charges in each port to ensure smooth flow of shipments in Somalia;
    Review of superintendent reports and ensuring input to Head Quarter on their performance;
    Review /verification of port storage charges, demurrage and detention claims and maintain up to date records of vessels and port operations;
    Compile reports on quarterly basis for overview analysis;
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.Experience: At least six years’ work experience in the field of Logistics shipping with at least 3 years’ experience in monitoring and managing shipping operations.
    Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English is a requirement.
    Knowledge & Skills: 

    Demonstrated experience in monitoring and managing shipping operations;
    Preparing and managing budgets;
    Experience in preparing and executing contracts;
    Experience in working with and leading a team;
    Hands-on relevant experience in the UN or INGOs is desirable.

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  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
    These jobs are found in Country Offices (COs), Regional Bureaux (RBs), and Headquarters (HQ). Job holders typically report to a more senior Finance Officer. They operate as part of a finance team in a CO or RB, providing general financial support. In HQ, the job holders operate within a narrower finance specialism. Depending on the size and needs of the office or unit, the job may cover all aspects of finance, budget, and administration, or it may emphasize finance or more of these aspects. Job holders at this level operate with minimal supervision, and provide guidance to junior staff to ensure that operation and project objectives are achieved. They are heavily involved in day-to-day activities and analytical work, and provide advice on less complex issues, applying rules and regulations and expertise in making determinations and recommendations across a range of activities.
    JOB PURPOSE
    To support the stewardship of WFP’s resources, monitoring budgets, forecasting, analysing, reporting and providing core administrative support to enable effective management of funds, and ensure assistance to beneficiaries is undertaken in the most efficient and effective way possible.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Support corporate finance and resource management strategies and major ongoing programmatic initiatives, participating where appropriate using finance and resource management expertise.
    Contribute towards the development of country specific plans and processes, aligned with Regional and wider WFP strategy, policies and processes to meet the food assistance needs of beneficiaries within the Country.
    Analyse and report on key data for financial status and outcomes of projects in accordance with corporate governance requirements, ensuring accuracy, deadlines, and accounting processes are complied with.
    Monitor and analyse budgets for new and ongoing projects according to established corporate procedures and requirements.
    Perform bank reconciliations, disbursements, clearance of receivables, overall cash management and monthly financial closures on a regular basis in accordance with corporate requirements.
    Where necessary, deliver core administrative services, working with contractors and following standard processes to provide cost-effective, quality and timely services to WFP staff.
    Where necessary, undertake basic human resource functions related to staff benefits, recruitment of local staff, and training.
    Collate and analyse data for the preparation of accurate and timely reporting, in order to provide management with financial, accounting and budgetary information to enable them to make informed decisions.
    Track and analyse data to identify opportunities for improvements to policies, systems and procedures in order to minimise financial risks, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and ensure services are aligned with business objectives.
    Deliver financial controls and insight into WFP performance, undertaking periodic risk and internal control assessments to identify areas which may present potential audit, compliance or financial risks.
    Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with more complex analysis and queries.
    Represent unit/CO at internal meetings, external meetings and events with other UN agencies, banks and other financial institutions, or other partners and entities as required.
    Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
    Other as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Advanced University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related fields, or First University degree in the same subject(s) with additional years of related work experience plus membership in an international recognized professional accountancy body such as Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Institute of Certified
    Public Accounts (ICPA) or equivalent.
    Language: International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.
    Experience: Three or more years of post graduate, progressively responsible, job related experience in Internal controls & compliance, Performance budgeting, reporting and analysis, Resource management and Financial management & accounting principles.

    National Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.
    4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
    Purpose

    Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.
    Be a force for positive change: Flexibly adapts individual contributions to accommodate changes in direction from supervisors and internal/external changes (such as evolving needs of beneficiaries, new requirements of partners).
    Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.
    Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.

    People

    Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.
    Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.
    Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.
    Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.

    Performance

    Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.
    Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.
    Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.
    Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.

    Partnership

    Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.
    Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.
    Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.
    Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Has experience reviewing and analyzing financial statements.
    Has experience implementing accounting and internal control processes.

  • Supply Chain Officer (Project Manager)

    Supply Chain Officer (Project Manager)

    Job description
    WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
    Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
    JOB CONTEXT
    As the Supply Chain Officer, you will be responsible for setting the direction and implementing the SOLVE initiative in Kenya. You will develop country-specific frameworks to increase the maturity of health supply chains by directing evaluations, proposing solutions and leading the implementation of solution-based interventions in three core areas:

    Private sector retail
    Public sector health
    Technical markets

    You will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, report to the Senior Supply Chain Officer in Kenya. To ensure consistency of the implementation of SOLVE across the 17 countries, you will coordinate on technical matters with the Global SOLVE Cell in HQ, and the Global Project Coordinator of SOLVE will provide input to your performance evaluation.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    As the SOLVE Supply Chain Officer, you will be responsible for the following activities:

    Lead the mapping of health supply chain across Kenya, including identifying key (private, public, institutional and operational) strategic partners.
    Lead the development of work plans to increase supply chain maturity across priority areas by overcoming supply chain constraints and identifying interventions. Subsequently manage the implementation of the work plans.
    Coordinate with global workstream leads to identify current processes, needs and gaps of health supply chain in Kenya, and participate in the country’s supply chain maturity evaluations, technical market assessments and retail assessments.
    Lead a team of supply chain experts, ensuring appropriate development and enabling high performance.
    Foster relationships with key health supply chain actors and SOLVE partners to ensure a global cohesion and contribution towards health supply chain maturity.
    Represent the SOLVE project at key meetings with diverse stakeholders ensuring messages are delivered in the appropriate technical language. Be the catalyst to rally stakeholders for action on common supply chain issues.
    Analyze country context, and design and manage end-to-end operational supply chain and retail networks, to proactively mitigate and/or address dynamic supply chain challenges and obtain operational optimization.
    Drive continuous improvement and innovative initiatives analysing best practices from the humanitarian and development fields, academia and private sector.
    Nurture a culture of innovation within the health supply chain and broader health space.
    Drive continuous improvements by leading and facilitating workshops which are platforms for advocating change.
    Ensure the effective achievement of key performance targets.
    Deploy supply chain training plans and initiatives.
    Any other duties as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education
    Advanced University degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Logistics, or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
    Languages
    Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.
    Professional Experience
    Minimum 5 years of relevant professional post-graduate experience in supply chain and project management
    Desired Skills and Experience
    DESIRED EXPERIENCES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
    Experiences

    Experience in translating supply chain strategies into operational plans for implementation in a developing country.
    Experience in developing and nurturing relationships and capacity building initiatives with UN agencies, NGOs, private sector and/or government organizations.
    Experience in collaborating with diverse stakeholders and teams including government officials, public health specialists and programme implementers.
    Experience in measuring the impact of capacity strengthening interventions.
    Experience in implementing/setting-up supply chain improvement and optimization initiatives to achieve cost efficiency, improved agility, reliability and quality.
    Experience in delivering maturity models with diverse stakeholders, identifying least performing areas and tailoring coaching plans to increase maturity standing.
    Experience in forging effective partnerships.
    Experience supervising a team with members from diverse and multi-cultural backgrounds.

    Knowledge and Skills

    Solid understanding of humanitarian and/or global health supply chain including actors, networks and strategies, with a track record of building and sustaining high-level relationships.
    Established ability to communicate a clear vision and inspire, motivate and coach a team to achieve extraordinary performance.
    Solid project leadership skills combined with strong in-depth analytical skills.
    Demonstrated excellent project management skills, and multi-tasking abilities.
    Fully conversant in the concepts of maturity models and Visibility Analytics Network (control towers).
    Ability to rapidly grasp and engage team members at different levels of interventions, adjusting to different cultural requirements and managerial needs.
    Takes initiative to understand and resolve unstructured problems with high energy and persistence.
    Effective communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS
    This is a fixed-term appointment (which expires 31 December 2020) locked specifically to the position with TORs specified above. WFP’s policies regarding mobility, promotion, and conversion will not apply to this appointment. The appointment may be extended beyond the expiry specified conditioned upon, but not limited to, performance, the continuing need for the post, and the availability of funding for the post.
    EADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
    26 December 2018
    Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
    WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
    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.

  • Policy Officer NGO

    Policy Officer NGO

    This position is open to qualified candidates; female candidates, are encouraged to apply.
    The Transfer Management Team is responsible for the management of all transfers (cash, vouchers and in-kind) to beneficiaries through the SCOPE platform, as well as coordination with external stakeholders on cash-based programming. In this context, the Programme Policy Officer will report directly to the head of the WFP transfer management team and will have a dual responsibility:

    Co-lead the inter-agency Cash Working Group (CWG) on behalf of WFP, and
    Work with the Somalia Country Office as part of the Transfer Management Team, to support the WFP cash operation implementation.

    Responsibilities

    Coordinate the work of the inter-agency CWG for Somalia as per the CWG TORs. Ensure smooth communication and information sharing in the CWG. Facilitate regular CWG meetings and provide technical support on cash-related issues discussed in the group. Update and liaise with the Programme Unit on the discussions and progress of the CWG. Liaise closely with WFP and partners on CWG progress and strategic direction.
    Provide analysis supporting the determination of appropriate transfer values. Conduct analysis of minimum expenditure baskets in collaboration with VAM.
    Support the increasing engagement of cash actors on safety nets.
    Perform ex-ante and ex-post modality selection and effectiveness analysis for WFP interventions as per need and in accordance with team work plan.
    Support SCOPE processes and act as focal person for WFP’s Somalia Area Offices for support on specific aspects of SCOPE (to be determined).
    Participate actively in the internal WFP Somalia cash-based transfer working group and provide updates to the working group as needed.
    Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

    Qualifications

    University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: economics, agriculture, international affairs, business administration, social sciences, development studies or a field relevant to international development assistance.
     Minimum 3 years post graduate, progressively responsible job-related experience in one or several of the areas humanitarian and/or cash programming, inter-agency coordination, information management and/or qualitative/quantitative data analysis.

    Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English is a requirement.
    Knowledge & Skills: 

    Knowledge and experience in cash-based interventions is required. Experience working in Somalia or other fragile contexts is desirable.
    Knowledge of Humanitarian Safety Nets.
    Proven professional experience in the related fields with ability to work independently on technical matters with minimum supervision.
    Demonstrated experience in liaising with donors and establishing innovative partnerships.
    Excellent writing and communication skills in English; ability to produce excellent quality document and reports and policy documents.
    Ability to work under stress and achieve results under very tight deadlines.
    Experience in working with other UN agencies and partners in issues of hunger, malnutrition and food-based programs and capacity development.
    Experience in organizing workshops with government agencies and partners at national and sub national levels.
    General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing the area of work is a plus.

  • Gender & Protection Officer

    Gender & Protection Officer

    ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
    These jobs are found in the Regional Bureaux (RB) and Country Office (CO), and typically report to a more senior Programme Policy Officer. Job holders operate with minimal supervision and provide guidance to junior staff. They are heavily involved in day–to-day activities, analytical work and provide advice on less complex issues.
    JOB PURPOSE
    Providing strategic and technical support for the mainstreaming of gender equality and women’s empowerment in WFP operations. The incumbent may be required to travel to support field offices and WFP’s operations as needed.
    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education: Advanced university degree (MA), or first university degree with additional relevant work experience and/or training/courses, in one of the following disciplines: social sciences, gender, international development, development economics or another related field like international relations, human rights, political science, or humanitarian studies.
    Experience: At least three years of responsible professional work experience on gender and protection.
    Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English is essential. Spoken and written language skills in Somali are preferred.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    Core responsibilities:

    Support robust mainstreaming of gender and protection/AAP into programming and operations, including systematic age and gender analysis, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, strategy and policy advice on specific gender/protection/AAP issues which impact WFP operations, including in the targeting of beneficiaries, choice of transfer modalities, making sure programmes do no harm.
    Provide advice, guidance and follow-up in relation to protection and gender aspects of the Beneficiary Feedback Mechanism and Targeting.
    Facilitate and support the integration of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) approaches in the monitoring, evaluation and knowledge management frameworks and ensure that gender considerations are integrated in all data collection initiatives, and to ensure proper gender analysis ensues.
    Lead the implementation of Gender Action Plans and working towards progress to meet yearly targets.

    FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
    Assist in developing staff and partner capacities to integrate gender equality, inclusion and protection principles into their work, employing diverse learning methods in daily operations and operations.Work with the budget and programming office to generate gender budgeting for submission on a yearly basis.Advocate management for adequate allocation of human and financial resources for effective mainstreaming of gender and protection-sensitivity.Responsible for gender and protection reporting particularly for information requests coming from Regional and Headquarters, including preparing corporate reporting such as the Standard Project Reporting, tracking all gender and protection related indicators and benchmarks.Provide WFP staff with regular information and updates on gender and protection concerns and trends in WFP’s programme areas.
    OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
    Advocacy and partnership responsibilities:

    Together with the Gender Results Network, identify opportunities for advocacy for the promotion of gender equality and women’s empowerment, and protection-sensitive planning and risk mitigation, including corporate events such as 16 days of activism and Women’s Day.
    Support the development of relationships with gender and protection mandated agencies and inter-agency fora to strengthen coordination and advancement of gender equality, inclusion, protection, and AAP as related to food and nutrition security.
    Represent WFP in interagency working groups (including the Gender Themed Group, Gender Based Violence sub-cluster, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Violence Taskforce meetings) related to gender equality and protection as necessary.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
    Knowledge & Skills:

    Has experience working across the Program portfolio including Gender & Protection.
    In-depth knowledge of gender and protection in humanitarian and resilience settings, including gender-based violence, humanitarian policy issues, and their linkage with food security and nutrition.
    Solid analytical, writing skills, and communication skills.
    Sound knowledge and skills in training and facilitation.
    Knowledge of UN system policies and functions of gender-mandated agencies.
    Flexibility to travel on short notice and to challenging and difficult environments.
    Team spirit and excellent interpersonal relations.
    Experience using MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and other WFP software an asset.
    Knowledge of WFP administrative policies and procedures considered an asset.

    4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
    Purpose

    Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives : Utilizes understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives to communicate linkages to team objectives and work.
    Be a force for positive change : Proactively identifies and develops new methods or improvements for self and immediate team to address work challenges within own work area.
    Make the mission inspiring to our team : Identifies opportunities to further align individual contributions with WFP’s mission of making an impact on local communities.
    Make our mission visible in everyday actions : Helps colleagues to see the link between their individual tasks and the contributions of their unit’s goals to the broader context of WFP’s mission.

    People

    Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills : Is able to identify, support and encourage focused on-the-job learning opportunities to address gaps between current skillsets and needed future skillsets for WFP.
    Create an inclusive culture : Recognizes the contributions of teammates, and encourages contributions from culturally different team mates to recognise the value of diversity above and beyond just including it in programming for beneficiaries.
    Be a coach & provide constructive feedback : Provides and solicits ongoing constructive feedback on strengths and development opportunities to help develop individual skills, whilst also helping others identify areas for improvement.
    Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit : Sets clear targets for self and others to focus team efforts in ambiguous situations (e.g., unprecedented issues and/or scenarios)

    Performance

    Encourage innovation & creative solutions : Thinks beyond team’s conventional approaches to formulate creative methods for delivering food aid and assistance to beneficiaries.
    Focus on getting results : Maintains focus on achieving individual results in the face of obstacles such as volatile or fragile environments and/or organizational roadblocks.
    Make commitments and make good on commitments : Takes personal accountability for upholding and delivering upon team’s commitments and provides assurance to stakeholders.
    Be Decisive : Demonstrates ability to adjust to team’s plans and priorities to optimize outcomes in light of evolving directives, while also responding quickly in high-pressure environments, such as in emergency settings.

    Partnership

    Connect and share across WFP units : Demonstrates an understanding of when and how to tactfully engage other units in conversations on impact, timing, or planning
    Build strong external partnerships : Networks regularly with key external partners using formal and informal opportunities to understand each partner’s unique value proposition, and to build and strengthen relationships
    Be politically agile & adaptable : Demonstrates ability to adapt engagement approach in the context of evolving partner circumstances and expectations
    Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships : Demonstrates ability to articulate to internal and external audiences the value that individual contributions and immediate teams bring to partnerships.

  • Consultant – Digital Solutions Project and Delivery Manager

    Consultant – Digital Solutions Project and Delivery Manager

    Job description
    WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles
    Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance
    Under the general supervision of the Chief of Digital Solutions Delivery and the direct supervision of the Field Deployment Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions:

    Deployment project plans consistent with the policies and standards of the Technology Division (TEC):
    Adhere to processes, procedures and templates for the Business Engagement, Business Analysis and IT Project Management functions to ensure compliance and consistency.
    User research, analysis, and design artefacts: application screen mock-ups and screen flows; translate screen design and workflows into Wireframes and/or prototypes:
    Translate business to technical know-how and visual models defining technical solution in collaboration with technical teams via agile methodology.
    Leverage the field data coordinators to align data mapping outcomes to solution requirements.
    Project documentation including business requirements and functional specifications traceable to problem statement and data mapping:
    Capture, analyze, validate and document (i.e. through diagrams, flowcharts, data models, user experience designs, storyboards) functional requirements, processes and business rules for digital solutions and services, following WFP policies, standards and strategies.
    Solution implementations in countries as per deployment roadmap:
    Reference and update the digital solutions list of services to ensure effective knowledge management of all potential offerings for a given functional need.
    Review options to extend the digital core ecosystem as per functional requirements in collaboration with other IT units.
    Develop baseline understanding of the countries operational needs around school meals or smallholder farmers or service provision and other portfolios as assigned:
    Participate in the early stages of research, ideation and storytelling in collaboration with teams to identify, design and deploy digital solutions that meet Country Office’s local/functional needs, as you extend WFP’s digital core to the field.
    Conduct surveys on business satisfaction with digital solutions and  services used by the countries, particularly in relation to WFP’s digital smallholder platform.Other duties as required.

    Desired Skills and Experience
    Qualifications & Experience Required
    Education:
    University degree in Computer Science, engineering or other relevant field
    Experience:

    At least 5 years of work experience;
    Participation in the analysis and re-design of business processes or applications;
    Coordination and management of small or medium projects at HQ and field offices;
    Assistance in change management procedures, activities and processes at HQ or field offices;
    Experience implementing IT systems or data solutions in support of smallholder farmers, school meals, service provision, retail, or beneficiaries and/or partners and governments in general, preferably in the humanitarian sector;
    Proven record of working with clients to lead the delivery of digital solutions from idea through to scale, preferably in the humanitarian sector.

    Technical Skills & Knowledge:

    Experience and certifications in project management and/or business analysis would be a significant advantage, including in Agile/Scrum;
    IT background or solid knowledge of IT desirable;
    Demonstrate thought leadership in digital transformation, using data driven insights and user experience to solve problems in unconventional ways;
    Good knowledge of WFP’s IT landscape and its related processes/procedures would be an advantage;
    Analytical skills and ability to conduct cost-benefit analyses to support projects.

    Competencies:

    Ability to influence cross-functionally to manage projects within a matrix environment;
    Initiative and drive to meet deliverables on time and within budget;
    Very good communication skills both written and oral;
    Organized and attention to detail to ensure projects run efficiently.

    Language:
    Fluency in oral and written English is essential. Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages) is desirable.
    Terms and Conditions
    WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
    Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP.
    Deadline for applications: 26 October 2018
    Ref.: VA No. 100423
    Qualified female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
    WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status

  • Logistics Officer Operations

    Logistics Officer Operations

    WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
    Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Advanced University degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.Language: International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.
    National Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.

    ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
    These jobs are likely to be found in Headquarters (HQ), Regional Bureaux (RBs) or Country Offices (COs). In the field, role holders typically report to the Head of Field Office or the designate. In RBs and HQ, job holders report to a more senior Logistics Officer. Job holders are likely to be working closely with a more experienced professional staff member receiving guidance and regular feedback on work performed.
    JOB PURPOSE
    To collect, analyse and report on information to maximise efficiency of the logistics operations and activities. 
    The National Roster Talent Pool is an entry point for a professional national career with WFP. The National Roster Talent Pool is a collaborative proactive talent mapping initiative of Regional Bureau-Nairobi, WFP Kenya Country Office and WFP Somalia Country Office as they seek to build a pool of highly qualified and dynamic professionals interested in working with WFP, when the need arises.
    Selected applicants will undergo a rigorous process, which includes screening against the job requirements, a technical test and a panel interview.
    Successful national roster applicants will be notified and placed on the pool for a period of up to 1 year during which he/she and will be engaged for fixed term national positions in any of the three WFP offices ( Kenya Country Office , Somalia Country Office or The Regional Bureau  in Nairobi when the need arises.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Contribute towards the development of logistics plans and processes ensuring compliance with wider logistics policies and WFP standards.
    Support logistics projects or operational day-to-day activities following standard processes and contributing, directly or indirectly, to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
    Collect and analyse data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve performance of local logistics operations.
    Conduct portions of financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out insights and recommending actions to the supervisor to optimise use of available funds.
    Guide support staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
    Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, supporting a WFP wide view of logistics activities that enables informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
    Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners for efficient and effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries (i.e. through contribution to the training materials).
    Identify and build productive relationships with logistics colleagues and staff within the area of assignment to support an integrated approach to food assistance.
    Follow emergency logistics preparedness practices to ensure WFP are able to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
    Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
    Other as required.

    4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
    Purpose

    Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.
     Be a force for positive change: Flexibly adapts individual contributions to accommodate changes in direction from supervisors and internal/external changes (such as evolving needs of beneficiaries, new requirements of partners).
     Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.
     Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.

    People

    Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.
     Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.
     Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.
     Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.

    Performance

    Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.
     Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.
     Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.
     Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.

    Partnership

    Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.
     Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.
     Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.
     Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.

    FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Experience coordinating service providers’ contract execution.
    Experience arranging supplier deliveries and the discharge of WFP vessels (rail, air, or sea).
    Experience in evaluating offers and writing proposals.
    Experience in report writing.

    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
    27th September 2018

  • National Logistics Officer (Funds Management)

    National Logistics Officer (Funds Management)

    Vacancy Announcement No. 040/2018
    Contract type: Fixed Term
    Post Grade: FT NOB
    Duty Station: Nairobi
    Duration: 1 year (initial)
    Date of issue: 23rd August 2018
    Closing Date: 5th September 2018
    Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Under the direct supervision of the Head of Logistics, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

    Manage Landside Transport Storage and Handling (LTSH) / Supply Chain cost planning efforts in the Country Office;
    Review LTSH/Supply Chain cost planning, budgeting and funds management processes and requirements;
    Contribute to development of Country Office supply chain network design and planning, specifically focusing on cost planning and management;
    Analyse and monitor changes in the operational circumstances and delivery demands, and take action as appropriate;
    Perform adjustment actions in LTSH /Supply Chain costs planning and budgeting. Advise on required actions necessary to improve Logistic / Supply Chain cost-efficiencies and effectiveness if/when required;
    Ensure appropriate LTSH/Supply Chain funds utilization, which includes review, verification and approval of LTSH matrix and validate against project budgets, procurement strategies, contract documentation and optimal transport rates;
    Perform regular reconciliation of funds and expected Logistics/Supply Chain operational requirements and advise management on the usage of funds minimizing potential shortfalls or surpluses;
    Monitor recording of commitments in the Corporate Information Management system and accurate LTSH/Supply Chain funds tracking during project closure and Resource transfer;
    Analyse trends and prepare regular and ad-hoc costs and funds utilisation reports;
    Develop and enhance the Supply Chain /LTSH costs, funds, expenditure planning and tracking system in the Country Office;
    Ensure compliance with WFP Logistics and LTSH/Supply Chain management policies, rules, regulations and procedures;
    Ensure the quality of data from WFP supply chain sources for the purposes of audit support and compliance operational performance monitoring and evaluation;
    Contribute to the preparation of project related Supply Chain/Logistics Plans, funding proposals, budgets and fund status reports;
    Prepare cash forecast in line with logistics operational plan to respond promptly to Logistics financial obligations;
    Liaise with other units of the Country Office to ensure best use of LTSH funds and overall Project funds;
    Maintain close collaboration with other Supply Chain players ensuring that LTSH costs and funds utilization trends and management is in line with CO’s Supply Chain strategies and operational solutions;
    Guide and supervise staff, acting as a point of referral, providing training and supporting them with more complex analysis and queries;
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    Education: Advanced University degree in Transport Economics, Supply chain, Logistics Engineering, Business Management or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
    Experience:

    At least three years or more of postgraduate professional experience in commercial or humanitarian transport sectors, shipping, warehouse and commodity management.
    Proven experience in development of supply chain/logistics operational related budgets, planning/budgetary reports and other analytical reports. Proven experience in managing small to medium teams.

    Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English is a requirement.
    Knowledge:

    Knowledge of international public sector accounting standards;
    Experience in monitoring and reporting on budgets and financial analyses;
    Knowledge of SAP and previous experience in UN or NGO is desirable.