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Human Resources Consultant I (Organizational Alignment) Nutrition Consultant SSA9

JOB PURPOSE
To serve as a HR consultant and support the implementation of the HR actions resulting from the Kenya Country Office Organizational Alignment Exercise. They are expected to support delivering professional, client-focused HR services, partnering with managers to implement HR actions in line with WFP corporate policies and procedures and the defined Standard Operating Procedure developed for the exercise.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Manage end to end talent acquisition process for the Kenya Country Office Organizational Alignment approved positions, in liaison with HR team in the Country Office and in close collaboration with the respective hiring managers.
Advertise vacant positions on appropriate job boards, social media, and another relevant platform.
Coordinate and conduct interviews with hiring managers using various reliable recruiting and selection tools/methods to filter candidates within schedule, as per WFP guidelines.
Responsible for screening applications by assessing applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
Providing a list of longlisted qualified candidates to the hiring manager for review and consideration
Prepare recruitment materials to the hiring team to support the selection process.
Submit recruitment documents to the Local Appointments and Promotion Committee (LAPC) for review.
Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process.
Negotiating salaries and benefits with successful candidates and respond to questions about compensation and benefits.
Support and deliver onboarding activities to ensure new employees have a positive experience of WFP and are successfully integrated into their new role and the organization.
Monitor and apply HR recruiting best practices.
Draft reports and provide monthly project updates to management on the OA exercise and its implementation status. Analyse and document lessons learnt with recommendations in the final report.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Languages:

Working knowledge (proficiency level C) of English is required

Education:

Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or another relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience or trainings/courses.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible relevant work experience and expertise in Talent Acquisition, HR Management and Organizational Design
Demonstrated ability in leading Talent Acquisition.
Track record of successful project delivery.
Experience of managing small teams of staff.
Experience within WFP and/or other UN agencies is desired.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS cont.
Knowledge & Skills:

People Management and Leadership Skills
Ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders.
Ability to work well with a diverse team, cultural sensitivity and demonstrated business partnering skills.
Creative problem solver, flexible and constructive approach
Ability to draft clear concise reports for human resources decisions.
Good communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and adapt communication style to different situations and individuals.
Ability to work calmly under pressure and prioritise multiple requests.
International HR work experience
Ability to draft clear concise reports for human resources decisions.
Good communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and adapt communication style to different situations and individuals.
Ability to work calmly under pressure and prioritise multiple requests.
International HR work experience

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November 2, 2024
Risk Officer, Risk Management Unit, NOB, Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa (RBN)

PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
Provide support in the establishment and enhancement of risk management activities; contribute to the application of controls and compliance with policies and procedures and to the overall effectiveness of operations and optimization of WFP resources.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

Contribute to embedding risk management in planning and decision-making across the office and all aspects of WFP operations through monitoring of key risk appetite metrics and risk indicators, and regular updating of risk registers, including progress towards implementing the risk mitigation actions.
Support the collection of feedback and data on risk performance and contribute potential new implementation approaches.
Support relevant managers in their regular and ad hoc risk assessments in regional, country and field offices to: identify and evaluate risks; contribute to the development and design of mitigation actions; assess effectiveness of the internal controls; and prepare risk information for management to share with external stakeholders.
Support the discussion with functional experts and risk management focal points on: identifying trends and emerging issues; contributing to the preparation of guidance and/or checklists in conformity with WFP policies and rules on periodic risk and/or control assessments;
Utilize available risk management tools to link risk, oversight and evaluation information; review and analyze risk management activities, exposures and mitigation actions in draft Country Strategic Plan (CSP)/Interim CSP including budget revisions.
Collect information/training needs and contribute to the preparation of training programmes or information sessions for colleagues and partners to enhance understanding of risk management and compliance with WFP policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
Using the Three Lines Model, participate in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) by First Line colleagues for managing the risk and accountability process, including criteria for conducting risk and accountability missions, training materials and modules, etc., to minimize risk to the organization.
Contribute to management accountability across functional units, including through the preparation of comprehensive reports summarizing the status of compliance of internal controls, key oversight themes, and using risk information (e.g., risk indicators, incident
reporting) to highlight areas out of risk appetite and contribute ideas on required actions in areas of risk and compliance vulnerability.
Support the completion of the annual Executive Director’s Assurance exercise survey, collect and review inputs.
Support managers to prepare and plan for Internal Audit and External Audit, collect essential documents, organize briefing meetings and follow-up on recommendations.
Support the promotion and dissemination of the 2021 Revised Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption (AFAC) Policy and WFP’s adherence to Zero Tolerance for Inaction, including assisting managers in their fact-finding reviews and fraud risk assessments by collecting and analysing data on fraud incidents, fraud risk metrics, and fraud risk appetite, supporting training in AFAC standards.
Other duties as required including potentially serving as Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focal point (e.g., supporting OCI avoidance plans and procedures).

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Advanced University degree in the fields of risk management, law, audit, business/public administration, international development, or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses in audit, performance and risk management or other related fields.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

Knowledge of governance, organizational structures, strategy and major initiatives of international organizations.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in Risk Management, compliance, audit, programme/project management or related fields
Has conducted monitoring and reporting activities, has knowledge of results hierarchy, performance metrics and measurement.
Has participated in risk analysis and risk mitigation strategies development and/or implementation.
Has participated in conversations with other units on impact, timing or planning initiatives, using analytical, evaluative and problem-solving skills as well as resourcefulness, initiative, good judgement, tact and diplomacy.
Has contributed to risk management activities, including assessing and recommending effective internal controls and mitigation actions, preferably in organizations that use modern enterprise risk management frameworks, techniques and systems.

Language:
National Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.

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November 2, 2024
Gender Officer

JOB PURPOSE
Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Country Director programmes (DCD-P) and direct supervision of the Head of Programme and Technical Support Services, the Gender Officer will work on integrating and mainstreaming gender, disability inclusion at the strategic, programmatic, and operational levels across all locations of WFP’s presence in Kenya. In addition, the incumbent will provide expert advice to management and support staff with programming and implementation consistent with WFP’s Humanitarian Disability Inclusion and Gender commitments. The positions require strong gender mainstreaming and transformative programming skills programme design and analysis. The position will focus on ensuring that all WFP programme areas are engendered and result in narrowing any observed gender-related gaps while achieving gender equality, parity and empowerment. The position will ensure that strong partnerships are built with internal and external stakeholders and ensure that WFP’s zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse is fully integrated into programme delivery.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Cont. (not all-inclusive)
Summary of essential support functions: Under the guidance and supervision of the Head of Programme Support, the Gender Officer is expected to lead:

Gender transformative programme lifecycle and design, gender integration, analysis, implementation, and
Gender mainstreaming and adherence to corporate and country office gender policy and guidelines.
Advocacy and partnership working across the country portfolio and with partners.
Resource Mobilization

Provide technical support to the Country Office

Lead the implementation of the Country Office Gender and Protection Strategy (2023 – 2027) and disability inclusion action plan.
Ensure that gender goals, objectives, processes, and activities related to protection and disability are responsive and transformative to meet the needs and priorities of women, men, girls, and boys across all diversities.
Provide strategic and technical support for mainstreaming humanitarian protection, disability inclusion, gender equality and women’s empowerment across WFP operations in the country.
Coordinate collecting and analyzing primary information from stakeholders (affected populations, INGOs, UN agencies and others) on the situation and experience of crisis-affected populations and provide advice and support for principled humanitarian interventions.
Work closely with programme staff to ensure a gender context analysis informs programme design and management and identifies strategic actions to improve programme implementation and delivery quality.
Support the capacity building of WFP staff, cooperating partners, and county and national government on gender, protection, safeguarding and disability inclusion.
Ensure effective application of corporate gender and protection tools, establishing management targets and monitoring achievement of results for quality assurance in close collaboration with M&E and data management units.
Maintains regular contact with programme counterparts under their supervision to ensure monitoring of projects’ progress, monitoring of unit work plans, programme effectiveness and achievement of results.
Prepare regular progress reports achieved by the gender and protection programme following reporting requirements set by the CO in collaboration with the programme team and donors.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Advocacy, creation of strategic partnerships and support resource mobilization

Lead WFP’s engagement in gender transformative programming in internal and external fora and meetings related to humanitarian protection, disability inclusion and gender equality.
Provide input and engage in policy dialogue on cross-cutting issues with the government, donors, civil society, and private sector and contribute to the development of policies as relevant.
Participate in and represent WFP in activities to highlight fundamental gender equality and women’s human rights issues and advocate for integrating gender equality issues into the development and humanitarian agenda/programmes.
Maintain relationships with WFP’s partners, including donors, government agencies, and NGOs, on promoting national commitments to gender equality and disability inclusion to ensure strategic partnerships and strengthen collaboration.
Coordinate strategic advocacy activities to maximize support of the UN system, government and corporation partners on gender equality, protection, and disability inclusion in line with National and international commitments.
Implement relevant, high-impact advocacy campaigns with key partners.
Contribute to implementing CO partnerships and resource mobilization strategy to support the achievement of gender, protection and disability mainstreaming and integration.
Develop ideas and concepts for possible areas of cooperation.

Provision of top-quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge-building and management

Identify sources of information related to gender, protection, and disability inclusion issues; synthesise best practices and lessons learned directly linked to gender and transformative programming, protection mainstreaming and disability inclusion goals.
Coordinate and ensure gender, protection, and safeguarding issues are integrated into activity design, policy development, institutional support, advocacy, and capacity strengthening to address the country’s problems and needs in gender, protection, and disability inclusion in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.
Support establishing advocacy networks at the national level and linked to international networks.
Ensure that lessons learned are captured and recorded in the Country Office knowledge networks.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

University Degree in one of the following disciplines: Gender Studies, Social Sciences, International Development, Law, Human Rights, Political Science or related field; must have specialization in gender related fields

Knowledge:

In-depth knowledge of gender-transformative approaches to humanitarian assistance, application of humanitarian protection principles; understanding of PSEA and other forms of gender-based violence in emergency and other humanitarian settings; understanding of gender and protection components of civil-military relations; and other humanitarian policy issues and its linkages with humanitarian assistance.

Work Experience:

Minimum 3 years experience at management level focusing specifically on gender in humanitarian contexts.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of gender-transformative approaches to humanitarian assistance, application of humanitarian protection principles; understanding of PSEA and other forms of gender-based violence in emergency and other humanitarian settings; understanding of gender and protection components of civil-military relations; and other humanitarian policy issues and its linkages with humanitarian assistance.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Experience in Humanitarian and Development work context
Strong analytical, writing, communication and networking skills.
Sound knowledge and skills in training and facilitation and external engagement
Knowledge of UN system policies and functions about:

Protection principles in humanitarian assistance; and
Promotion of women’s and girls’ empowerment and gender equality
Disability Inclusion
Languages:

Proficiency in English is required

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November 2, 2024
Procurement Associate (Knowledge Management) Human Resources Assistant (Performance Management and Workplace Culture), SC5 Human Resources Associate, SC6

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

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

Summary

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

Detailed Activities:

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

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

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

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Knowledge & Skills:

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

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

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

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

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

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

Experience:

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

Knowledge & Skills:

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

Languages:

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

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

JOB PURPOSE

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

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

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

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

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

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

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):

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

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

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

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

Experience:

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

Languages:

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

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge & Skills:

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

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

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

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

JOB PURPOSE

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

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

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

CBT and Market Operations

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

Project Manager for the SC-CBT Support team

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

Contribute to the Food Systems workstream

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

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

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

Knowledge & Skills

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

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November 1, 2024
Security Associate, G6

JOB PURPOSE

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

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

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

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Knowledge & Skills:

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

Language:

Fluency in English

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

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

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November 1, 2024
Investigations Officer, P3

THE ROLE

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

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

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

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

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

Experience:

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

Language:

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

MORE ABOUT YOU

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

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

JOB PURPOSE

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

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

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

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

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

Knowledge and skills:

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

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November 1, 2024