Website: Website http://www.wfp.org/countries/kenya

IT Solutions Associate (Digital Assistance Services), SSA6

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
The Business Transformation unit provides digital assistance services to UN World Food Programme, programmes and operations in Kenya. These services include but not limited to business solution application under the freedom in a framework (FIAF) guideline; support and maintenance of existing business solution; end user training; business process automation; data analysis and support for O365 Tools.
This position is expected to deliver digital assistance services (DAS) to digitize WFP’s programmatic response, leveraging core and/or deploying bespoke local DAS solutions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Design and implement stable reliable and effective IT applications.
Data Analytics and BI.
Produce System Specification requirements from business problems when required.
Research and suggest new business solutions and services, to support office automation.
Provide system support to users for developed solutions.
Create and maintain technical documentation.
Implement required testing regime to ensure developed systems are functional.
Developing and maintaining APIs to support data and technology integration where needed.
Respond to service requests on developed systems and incident resolution.
Ensure developed solutions follow WFP guidelines for software solutions
Any other tasks as assigned

DELIVERABLES

Business Solution Applications
End-user Training
User Stories
IT Security Compliance
User Acceptance Testing

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

First University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: Information Systems, Computer Science or Information Technology, is desirable.
Demonstrated experience working within or leading high-performance teams

Language:

English

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in software development / programming and maintenance.
Experience in database applications.
Experience in UML.
Experience in backend web development MVC Frameworks Experience in mobile application development

Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of test-driven development (TDD).
Strong communication skills and ability to articulate complex and technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Azure DevOps experience
Experience in mobile application development
Extensive knowledge in Object Oriented programming
Extensive knowledge in HTML, CSS, SASS or (LESS)
Knowledge in at least one of the following CSS framework: bootstrap, materialize, foundation
Working knowledge of Python, C#, Java and Node.Js or Django frameworks
Microsoft certification is a plus
Mature judgment with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborative spirit able to liaise with a wide range of people at all levels

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November 2, 2024
Human Resources Associate G6 (Performance Management and Learning & Development)

What will you do?
Onboarding

Engage all stakeholders who have a role to play in onboarding i.e., Information Technology, Security, Unit assistant, hiring manager, etc. to ensure a coordinated and smooth onboarding experience for any new joiner
Develop the Country Office welcome note for any new joiner and ensure it is timely shared across the office
Carry out the new joiner survey at expected times and analyze the insights collected

Learning & Development

Manage the learning and development calendar and provide administrative support to staff and managers in the planning and delivery of L&D events and strategy.
Support implementation of customized learning programmes to address current and future skill and capability gaps within the country office.
Arrange the booking of L&D facilitators, venues, travel, accommodation, and facilities for L&D programmes and events.

Performance Management

Manage the performance management cycle process and monitor timely and accurate completion of the performance evaluations.
Facilitate the required awareness and training sessions to equip all stakeholders on performance management system, policies and processes.

Data Analytics and Reporting

Use HR management systems for reviewing, entering, and updating a variety of HR data including monitoring various deadlines (e.g., contract expiration, performance management, Training courses completion, etc), ensuring compliance with the established deadlines and accuracy of HR data.
Prepare a range of reports required for the specific area of work (e.g., learning & development activities and KPIs, training-related documents, performance management etc.) ensuring accuracy and meeting established deadlines.

Others

Act as the first focal point for any employee query related to onboarding, performance management and L&D. Ensure timely and qualitative case management of any query.
Conduct research on latest trends and best practices around L&D, onboarding, and performance management and identify improvements based on evolving needs of the organisation in these areas.
Coordinate and develop programs that drive employee engagement, culture, and development in the country office.
Support HR and Country office management to develop and update the action plan log for the Global Staff Survey to ensure implementation and continuous development to make the CO meet its objectives.
Coordinate the employee recognition programme by overseeing and planning the programme from communication, data analysis, award ceremony and distribution of prizes.
Manage and oversee long service awards programme in the country office by maintaining up to date data, communicating to staff, work with HQ to distribute and ensure the country management acknowledges the long-serving employee.
Support any procurement process from the vendor identification to the final payment for services received in close liaison with Procurement team.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or any other relevant field.
Experience: Six or more years of work experience in human resources with in-depth expertise in performance management and learning & development.
Language: Proficiency in oral and written communication in English.

Knowledge & Skills:

Good communication skills and understanding of HR principles and their application to respond to and resolve general HR queries.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of individuals to provide a high-quality support service.
Ability to train staff members various topics in the field of HR.
Ability to collate and compile relevant data from a variety of sources to produce periodic reports for supervisor(s) and various units.
Ability to work with minimum supervision and use initiative to perform administrative tasks within broad WFP guidelines and standards.

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November 2, 2024
VAM Officer NOA

JOB PURPOSE
The Programme Policy Officer will contribute to VAM evidence base that supports food security and nutrition policies and programmes (e.g., needs and market assessments and situation analyses, programme design, targeting, cost effectiveness, and operational efficiencies. They will advise on emerging technologies and provide geo-spatial data analytics and data visualizations to support contextual analyses and decision-making, and to enable data-driven project planning, implementation, monitoring, and communication of results.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Contribute to the development of VAM projects and activities, plans and processes, ensuring alignment with wider WFP policies and guidance.
Support the development of systems and tools for the monitoring and assessment of food assistance needs in line with innovative methodologies and best practice.
Support the development of food and nutrition security and vulnerability analysis and the preparation of timely reports on food and market information needs in line with wider VAM policies, processes, and guidance to enable effective decision-making on the development of country strategy, policies and programmes.
Plan, design and lead market assessments, value chain analysis, surveys, and special studies to inform market-based programming in the various WFP Kenya Country Office outcomes and activities.
Provide technical advice on the composition and costing of the Minimum Expenditure Basket (MEB), the Minimum Food Basket (MFB), including their use in determining of Cash & Voucher transfer values.
Support on the coordination of data gathering and monitoring systems ensuring that rigorous quality standards are maintained.
Support in the design and maintenance of digital platforms for data analysis and data visualizations, including geospatial analysis, to support programme activities and provide background for decision-making and planning (using, e.g., MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI, ArcGIS).
Support the capacity building of WFP staff, partners, and national government to conduct vulnerability and market analysis to effectively inform preparedness and response activities.
Participate in relevant coordination and technical forums with Government, agencies and partners ensuring WFPs views are represented and for exchange of information and joint initiatives.
Provide training and support to relevant partners that are focusing on food security and nutrition issues to enable sharing of experience, lessons learned and best practice.
Guide and supervise staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
Other as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

University degree in Economics, Food Security, Statistics, agri-business, Data Science, Public Health/Nutrition, Geography, Agriculture, Development studies or a field relevant to International Development Assistance.

Experience:

Minimum two years professional postgraduate experience in the field of market, prices, and value chain analysis.
Experience in handling both qualitative and quantitative data (e.g., collecting, cleaning, visualizing, interpreting).
Experience in collaborative work with national governments, other UN agencies and key stakeholders in food and nutrition security.

Knowledge & Skills:

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of several statistical tools and methods for food and nutrition security analysis.
Developed practical expertise in food security analysis and mapping by participating in multiple assessments, including the design, data collection analysis and reporting.
Demonstrated technical knowledge and understanding of WFP vulnerability mapping systems and emergency assessment standards.
Data analytics and visualization with Business Intelligence Tools like Tableau or MS Power BI.
Geospatial data analytics (e.g. modelling, mapping with GIS software like ArcGIS, QGIS).

Languages:

Fluency (level C) in English language.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of several statistical tools and methods for food security analysis.
Developed practical expertise in food security analysis and mapping by participating in multiple assessments in countries, including the design, data collection and analysis.
Demonstrated technical knowledge and understanding of WFP vulnerability mapping systems and emergency assessment standards.

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November 2, 2024
Driver, G2

JOB PURPOSE
To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorised destinations.
Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorisations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.
Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills to ensure administrative support to clients.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.
Experience: Two or more years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks and other kinds of motorised vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.

Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever applicable.
Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.
Language: Fluency (level C) in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit.
Applicants profile MUST match the C.V attached. Any discrepancies between the C.V and the profile will lead to automatic disqualification.

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November 2, 2024
Regional Disability Inclusion Advisor, Consultant Level II, Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa (RBN) Roster – VAM and Monitoring Officer, Consultancy RBN Roster – Nutrition in Emergencies (NiE) Expert, Consultancy, RBN

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

WFP is known for its ability to deliver food assistance rapidly to people in need, especially in humanitarian crises caused by conflict, violence and natural hazards. In Eastern Africa, numerous multidimensional crises and shocks continue to have humanitarian consequences within the region and beyond. WFP is continuing to respond to emergencies within the region, strengthening preparedness along with early warning and analysis, while also increasingly shifting its focus to better support host governments and strengthen their capacities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, and Goal 2 (zero hunger) in particular. As it delivers on its humanitarian and development mandate, WFP is committed to advance the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. The WFP Disability Inclusion Road Map (2020-2021), approved in November 2020, outlines a plan for the organization to operationalize the United Nations Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS) and its obligations to disability inclusion (DI), more broadly, through its operations and internal support functions. Beyond 2022, WFP has incorporated disability inclusion into its Strategic Plan for 2022-2025 outlining three goals: to realize the meaningful participation and inclusion of persons with disabilities in all operations and programming; to integrate disability inclusion as a key consideration for management and support functions; and to become an employer of choice for persons with disabilities.
In turn, the WFP Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa and the country offices it supports are taking the initiative to demonstrate how disability considerations can be successfully integrated into all aspects of WFP’s work, including programmes and operations, access to WFP offices and facilities, procurement and partnerships, and recruitment and mind-set of WFP personnel, partners, volunteers, and others. From an operational perspective, WFP will aim to ensure the meaningful participation and perspective of persons with disabilities in programmes its delivers and supports. This requires strong partnership with organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) and consultation with persons with disabilities in the populations that WFP aims to serve.
The WFP Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa (RBN) provides strategic direction, technical support and oversight to WFP country offices in ten countries. Our Programme team includes experts who cover these core themes and others: Food Security Research, Analysis, and Mapping; Social Protection; Food Systems; School-based Feeding; Health and Nutrition; Climate and Disaster Risk Management; Environmental and Social Safeguarding; Emergency Preparedness and Response; Protection and Accountability to Affected People; and Gender.
The RBN is seeking a Disability Inclusion Advisor to help advance the implementation, key priorities and actions as part of a Regional roll-out on disability inclusion, and provide support to Country Offices to operationalize the plan as appropriate in their context. The Advisor will need to coordinate closely with technical experts in Headquarters and contribute to corporate learning and efforts under the Disability Road Map and UNDIS. The Advisor may be required to undertake field missions to emergency and hardship duty stations as part of this role, depending on security and other conditions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Head of Programme and under the technical, functional, and day-to-day supervision of the Regional Protection and AAP Advisor, with guidance from the Global Disability Inclusion Advisor, the consultant will be responsible for developing and supporting the implementation of a Regional Disability Inclusion Roadmap in line with an established workplan, as well as providing technical advice and support on disability inclusion to RBN units and country offices.

Key Responsibilities (not exhaustive)

Coordinate and monitor the development and implementation of a Regional Disability Inclusion roll-out;
Establish and provide advisory support to an RBN Advisory Group and Implementation Team on Disability Inclusion and manage CBM Global Engagement and support to WFP in the Eastern Africa Region;
Provide technical advice and support to RBN heads of unit for programme, supply chain, administration and human resources and their teams to implement respective priorities and actions under the Regional initiative and country work plans;
Provide technical advice and support to RBN technical teams and country offices to identify and gain a deeper understanding of barriers and challenges for disability inclusion and recommend ways to overcome those in operations and programme implementation;
Provide guidance on integration of disability considerations in tools, processes and plans across the programme cycle, from data collection for vulnerability analysis to programme design and implementation to monitoring and reporting, as well as advocacy and translation of analysis into policy and technical recommendations to governments, where relevant, in countries where WFP operates;
Lead the review of existing tools, approaches, and guidance as they relate to disability inclusion between HQ, RBN, and country offices;
Produce and support the dissemination of knowledge management products, fact sheets and good practice on disability inclusion-related issues across the region that can contribute to corporate learning;
Support RBN and country offices to identify and build meaningful partnerships with OPDs and other UN agencies and organizations with expertise in disability-specific programming and mainstreaming

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Support RBN and country office advocacy and communication efforts on disability inclusion.
Support and advise communications and programmes teams on developing inclusive programme sensitization and awareness materials;
Support broader RBN efforts to sensitize and build awareness of staff on disability inclusion and its relevance to their work
Advocate for RBN country offices to select disability focal points and support to build their capacity to roll out and implement their action plans;
Provide feedback from the regional discussions to inform WFP Headquarters’ implementation of the WFP Global Road Map on Disability Inclusion and subsequent Workplans;
Prepare / support the preparation of briefing notes and proposals and inputs for advocacy materials on disability inclusion.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced degree in one or more of the following disciplines: social sciences, development studies, international relations, sociology or other relevant field.

Experience:

At least 6 (six) years of professional experience in relevant areas and at least 4 (four) years progressively responsible professional experience in disability inclusion in a humanitarian assistance context and/or disability inclusion for development projects;
Experience in delivering training and conducting capacity-building for field operations and supporting senior managers in implementing new concepts;
Experience in operational research and programme design in the areas covered under this TOR is desirable;
Experience in coordinating, facilitating and/or working with OPDs;
Experience in the Eastern Africa region is desirable; and
Flexibility to travel frequently and on short notice, when necessary.

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills, as well as conceptual thinking are essential;
Client orientation with excellent interpersonal skills;
Proven ability to produce outputs independently, while at the same time seeking innovative ways to integrate areas covered by this TOR in the work of other relevant units.

Languages:

Excellent command of English (written and spoken) is essential. Fluency in French is desirable.

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November 2, 2024
Programme Policy Officer (Data and Innovation), SC10

JOB PURPOSE
Under the guidance of the PBF Project Manager, the Data and Innovations Specialist will work closely with the Recipient UN Organizations (RUNO), collaborating partners at the national and county levels, the Northeast Advisory Group and relevant coordination mechanisms to identify collaborative pathways for the collection, organization, interpretation, and summarizing data. They will also provide technical advice to ensure quality and impact of data and innovation projects in North-Eastern Kenya as well as provide advanced on-demand data analytics and data visualizations to support contextual analyses and decision-making, and to enable data-driven project planning, implementation, monitoring, and communication of results. The Data Innovation Specialist will work closely with the Knowledge Management and Communications Officer (KMCO) to explore ways in which data from the project can be utilized to inform advocacy and decision making.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Technical advice to ensure quality and impact of data and innovation projects in North-Eastern Kenya

Technical support and quality control for the development of a new digital data platform that provides a one-stop portal to consolidate key information about all ongoing activities (state and non-state actors) related to the Humanitarian-Development-Peace nexus in target counties in North-Eastern Kenya.
Work with RUNO on Capacity building and technical support to enable the effective use of digital platforms and data analytics by national and county government partners to improve coordination of development and peacebuilding activities in North-Eastern Kenya.
Build county level data dashboards to enable county governments to understand who is doing what, and to enhance data informed decision making.
Provide technical support for testing the usefulness of advanced predictive analytics tools to forecast political violence with focus on translating and facilitating communication between international academic project partners and government stakeholders.
Design and implementation of MoUs between county governments and civil society in target counties to facilitate improved data sharing and better coordination of development and peacebuilding activities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (cont.)

Establish and maintain platforms of information exchange between national and county level actors including the Office of the Deputy President, the North East Advisory Group, County level actors amongst others
Technical support for social media monitoring and digital peacebuilding.
Ensure that project implementation strategies consider societal risks and opportunities associated with digital innovations.
Establish and oversee relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for data and innovation workstreams to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability.
Support policy advisory services that contribute to inclusive use of digital innovations

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (cont.)
Provide advanced on-demand data analytics and data visualizations to support contextual analyses and decision-making, and to enable data-driven project planning, implementation, monitoring, and communication of results.

Support the conceptualization, development, technical implementation, and maintenance of digital data platforms for information sharing amongst project stakeholders in North-Eastern Kenya.
Develop and maintain a structured collection of relevant data to support knowledge management and information sharing amongst project stakeholders.
Working closely with the KMCO, produce tailored data analysis and data visualizations, including geospatial analysis, to support project activities and provide background for decision-making and planning (using, e.g., MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI, QGIS).
Technical advice in development, implementation, and use of digital peacebuilding tools (e.g., social media).
Conduct contextual analyses and situational monitoring based on synthesis and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data (e.g., as input for talking points and decision-support).
Ensure the effective use of data in project implementation, across the data lifecycle, and support ensuring effective monitoring, evaluation and learning on project impact.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (cont.)

Conduct a survey to gain a comprehensive understanding of the data and innovation landscape and stakeholder linkages in Northeastern Kenya highlighting a detailed plan and entry points in line with project priorities.
Identify data needs of a diverse set of project stakeholders, including national and county governments, civil society, private sector, and international donors.
Establish/strengthen inclusive data/information collection, sharing and management systems at county and national levels, with a focus on leave no one behind (LNOB) groups, to collect, analyze and manage the county specific disaggregated data.
Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks, communities of practice, and digital knowledge platforms.
Translate results obtained from digital innovations, data analytics and futures approaches to actionable options for early response activities, including through the use and localization of foresight and forecasting methods in target counties in NE Kenya.
Technical support for capacity building workshops on data and innovation in target counties in North-Eastern Kenya.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Five (5) years post graduate (master’s degree or equivalent) in Data Science, Information Management, Research, or related field, OR A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional seven (7) years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:

Experience in handling both qualitative and quantitative data (e.g., collecting, cleaning, visualizing, interpreting)
Data analysis & visualization with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Data analytics and visualization with Business Intelligence Tools like Tableau or MS Power BI
Geospatial data analytics (e.g., modelling, mapping with GIS software like QGIS, ArcGIS)

Language:
Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (cont.)
Knowledge & Skills

Computer programming/coding skills (e.g., Python)
Data management techniques (e.g., SQL)
Futures approaches (e.g., foresight, scenario building, forecasting)
Open-Source Intelligence tools & techniques (e.g., social media monitoring, data fusion)
Basic graphic design (e.g., Adobe Products, InkScape)
Basic Web Design (e.g., WordPress)
Capacity and willingness to quickly learn key concepts of new digital tools (e.g., forecasting political violence using machine learning) and evaluate their usefulness in practical context of development and peacebuilding.

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November 2, 2024
Monitoring Assistant, SC4

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. WFP’s work to collectively contribute to achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2 and 17; – Zero Hunger and Partnership for the goals respectively.
This position will report directly to Programme Associate. Job holder will be expected to produce organized and accurate technical work and reports. S/he will also be required to provide guidance on standard practices to other staff (Business Support Assistants ranging between 4 to 6) and counterparts in his/her area of work. S/he will also coordinate WFP efforts closely with Storekeeper to ensure seamless support to the refugee Populations. Jointly with the storekeeper, they will support the Programme Associate to run the day-to-day operation of the WFP food Assistance points while also contributing to the design and implementation of the self-reliance activities within the area of jurisdiction.
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.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

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.
Coordinate with implementing partners and actively monitor progress and performance of Self Reliance / Resilience / Food Systems project activities including identification and training of farmers, post-harvest handling support, productive asset creation (water dams/pans, borehole or shallow well, market linkage assistance, among others) to ensure deadlines and targets are met.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education.
University degree in Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or other field relevant to international development assistance is desired.
Experience: Has experience analyzing programme output and outcome data as well as implementation of food security/self-reliance projects.
Knowledge & Skills: General knowledge of WFP monitoring and evaluation systems and standards is desired/added advantage. Ability to lead small teams and to build and maintain partnerships.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit.
Applicants profile MUST match the C.V attached. Any discrepancies between the C.V and the profile will lead to automatic disqualification.

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November 2, 2024
Logistics Officer (Contracting) Fixed Term – NOA Logistics Officer (Commodity Accounting and Funds Management) – Fixed Term NOA

JOB PURPOSE

Ensure effective and efficient logistics contracting is done throughout the regional countries, in line with corporate guidelines / Transport Manual. Monitor and report exceptional contracting, CSC reporting, Delegation of Authority, to develop controls, and applying best practices across RBN operations. Monitor the transport market development in collaboration with CBT which is fundamental to ensure functional markets / supply chain to ensure effective use of CBT modality.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the overall supervision of Regional Logistics Officer, the incumbent will work within the logistics unit and in collaboration with the other units in RBN, HQ and Country Offices and will undertake the following duties:

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 analyze 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
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.
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.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Logistics Contracting:

Liaise with RBN Programme, Regional Resource Analysts & RBN Procurement functions to follow up on projections of needs and call forward requirements and tonnage moving thru the various corridors, including GCMF and any cross-regional.
Where food crosses frontiers, receive regular reports (Daily Dispatch Report, LTI Status, Stocks Reports, etc.) from major Dispatch, Origin or Transshipment points & monitor if deliveries consistent with plans. Focus attention on reviewing pre-position activities especially where several corridors used to serve a CO. Where needed, advise dispatch/transshipment locations of priorities. Monitor and report any exceptions.
Undertake regular transport and fuel market analysis to closely monitor the transport rates and preempt any potential risk to WFP operations.
Maintain an updated status of Delegations of Contracting Authorities (Logistics Contracting) from Dir OSC to the COs and ensure these align to operational needs. Lead RBN transport contracting and market function, provided operations support, oversight, contracting training and technical advice to RB country offices.
RBN focal point on collating inputs that may be required for WFP Transport Manual & other WFP corporate guidance, record and disseminate information on logistics best practices to country offices.
Liaise with RBN Country Offices & SCOL Rome to support the Quarterly CSC reporting in line with Transport Manual for logistics contracting and markets, logistics services short listing process, LSMA and logistics capacity assessment (LCA)

Markets

Monitor overland and inland transport market structure and identify potential opportunities to optimize transport markets through WFP regular contracting modalities.
Collaborate with other supply chain functional units such as CBT & Retail, planning and procurement (SHF and LRFPP), to identify transport market challenges, propose mitigation model /measure to ensure uninterrupted transport availability.
Undertake country/countries context local transport market analysis, propose recommendations to support/ actions to strengthen local transport market thus reducing the reliability on regional transporters thus contributing to WFP deliveries in cost effective and efficient manner.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced University degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management and Administration, Shipping, Maritime Law, or another related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses

Experience:

Two year post-graduate relevant professional experience with a master’s degree, or three years post-graduate relevant professional experience with a first University Degree, experience working in a multicultural and humanitarian logistics sector will be beneficial.

Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent project management skills and experience.
Good understanding of logistics service contracting and transport market.
Understanding of WFP logistics operations in the region is an advantage.
Experience in contracting, tendering, qualitative and quantitively data analysis, evaluations and market based assessments.
Strong interpersonal and coordination skills, ability to work in a team and to communicate clearly and diplomatically with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to plan and organize his/her work independently, efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Language:

Fluency in both written and spoken English.

LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
Leads by Example with Integrity

Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards
Demonstrates and encourages others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards Respects others and values diversity
Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same Stays focused and calm under pressure
Stays focused and calm when under pressure and encourages others to do the same Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn
Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

Delivers results for maximum impact
Holds self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results Delegates appropriately
Delivers results against delegated tasks and seeks guidance and support where needed Adapts readily to change
Responds readily to change adjusting work as needed

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

Is inclusive and collaborative
Promotes inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by sharing ideas and openly raising issues Gives timely and constructive feedback
Supports development for others by giving timely and constructive feedback
Builds and shares new perspectives
Listens attentively to others to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives

Applies Strategic Thinking

Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision
Fulfils WFP’s vision and is able to explain how their objectives support the vision
Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things
Demonstrates curiosity, and proposes new ways of doing things when relevant Analyses and evaluates data
Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team decision making

Considers the impact of decisions

Implements decisions and asks questions to understand the impact for wider objectives

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

Builds partnerships: Builds partnerships by seeking out opportunities to work with others

Collaborates to deliver common objectives

Collaborates with partners by sharing information and working together to deliver common goals

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November 2, 2024
IT Operations Assistant SC4

JOB PURPOSE
To deliver high quality technical support, system and data maintenance across a range of areas, in order to contribute to the effective delivery of IT services.To deliver high quality technical support, system and data maintenance across a range of areas, in order to contribute to the effective delivery of IT services.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Carry out system maintenance tasks, such as performing monitoring tasks, running system diagnostics, and system optimisation, to ensure they are running effectively and enable easy and efficient use.
Maintain technology, including standard repairs, configuration, and storage, in accordance with data security and access controls to ensure IT equipment required for WFP staff is available.
Allocate tasks to other colleagues, ensuring that tasks are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines, to support the effective delivery of services.
Respond to a variety of queries about technology and systems to assist WFP staff deliver their services.
With support from senior colleagues, provide standard training to end users of technology and systems to ensure staff use standard technology and systems effectively.
Perform routine deployments of server hardware and software, including testing and the identification of problems, to contribute to the effective functioning of technology.

Expected Delierables

80% Client Satisfaction
95% Connectivity Availability
100% Compliance of WFP IT Security policy

OTHER KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES ( not all – inclusive )

Install, operate, and maintain network systems and equipment, to ensure optimal services in compliance with standard operations procedures.
Support the development of standard materials such as training documentation and web content on behalf of senior officers, to ensure staff have access to required information about IT services and products.
Suggest improvements to methods and processes to support the continuous improvement of IT services.
Follow set emergency response processes and procedures as required to provide support in enabling emergency food assistance needs to be met.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.
Language: Fluency in the English language (Both Oral & Written)
Experience: At least 4 years of related work experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Has experience resolving more complex technical issues.

Has worked with head of units in defining requirements for functional area.
Has experience with the application of client services standards to resolve or escalate clients’ service problems.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Helps teammates articulate WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
Be a force for positive change: Suggests potential improvements to team’s work processes to supervisor.
Make the mission inspiring to our team: Explains the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities to teammates.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Articulates how own unit’s responsibilities will serve WFP’s mission.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Trains junior teammates on new skills and capabilities.
Create an inclusive culture: Seeks opportunities to work with people from different backgrounds.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Serves as a peer coach for colleagues in same area of work.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Tracks progress toward goals and shares this information on a regular basis with supervisor.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Explores ways to consistently be more efficient and accurate in own areas of work and shares new methods of work with colleagues.
Focus on getting results: Focuses on getting results and tracks trends in completion rates for own tasks to identify opportunities for efficiency.
Make commitments and make good on commitments: Takes responsibility for own tasks and notifies supervisor as soon as possible of potential delays in meeting deadlines or commitments.
Be Decisive: Independently decides what action to take when faced with critical choices in the workplace or in dangerous situations in the field.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Suggests opportunities for partnering with other units to supervisor.
Build strong external partnerships: Identifies opportunities to work with colleagues and partners in the field towards common goals.
Be politically agile & adaptable: Develops an understanding of the value of WFP’s teams and external partners in fulfilling team’s goals and objectives.
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Aligns own activities with supervisor’s priorities to fulfill internal and external partner needs.

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November 2, 2024
Annual Country Reports Consultant, CST I, Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa (RBN)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Work closely with the Regional OIM and Performance Reporting Officer (ACR coordinator) to ensure there is efficient coordination of the internal regional ACR process including CO submission status, RBN Reviewer status, and management review and clearance.
Guide COs and contribute to the improvement of the ACR reporting process to ensure the production of high-quality ACRs that demonstrate WFP’s organizational performance through its Annual Country Reports.
Support in coordination to ensure ACRs are published within the corporate deadlines and provide support and advice to COs on the ACR guidance including in technical writing of ACRs when needed as part of CO surge capacity support.
Collaborate with other functional areas in RB including COMET and M&E, programme team, and supply chain for enhanced access to accurate data, and information, to advocate and effectively communicate WFP’s work and impact to Donors and partners.
Review submitted annual reports to assess the quality of reports, identify lessons learned throughout the exercise, and develop lessons learned report for the 2024 reporting exercise.
Contribute to the development of regional post-ACR publications including identifying innovative solutions/ideas to support COs and the region to disseminate ACRs to host governments, donors, partners, and donors.
Participate in the ACR working group at the regional office including supporting in chairing the working group and preparing briefing notes for management when required.
Contribute to the development of regional post-ACR publications and support the initiatives for developing improved, streamlined, and harmonized OIM & PR processes and products. This includes developing innovative solutions/ideas/strategies to support COs and the region to disseminate ACRs to host governments, donors, partners, and donors.
Support the enhancement of the capacity of WFP staff to effectively manage operational information and reporting through supporting planning and delivery of training and/or information session.
Review, edit, and publish operational information management (OIM) products shared by Country Offices, in line with established review and approval workflows.
Any other duties as assigned and as required to ensure quality reporting in the Regional Bureau of Nairobi.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT

Participated in the ACR preparations and trainings as tasked.
All assigned ACRs are reviewed, and feedback provided to COs on time.
Technical guidance and support is provided to COs to ensure COs effectively report on their CSPs in line with the ACR guidance.
High quality reports are published within the deadlines.
Develop post ACR advocacy products ( Regional Annual Achievements Ebook) at the regional level, and support COs to develop country infographics and summaries.
Participate in the documentation of the ACR lessons learned and produce report .
Participate in regional ACR meetings including meetings organised by HQ and co-chair the ACR working group.
Collaborate with technical teams in RB to provide inputs to the ACRs, review to produce high ACRs.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Advanced courses/training in one or more of the following disciplines: political science, sociology, economics, business management, operations management, development studies, and international development.
Experience:

Over 5 years of experience in development/humanitarian operations.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in reporting on humanitarian/developmental operations at programme, country level or regional level.

Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English, and French will also be an added advantage.

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November 2, 2024