Oversee the accurate and timely completion of financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Spearhead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, maintaining meticulous attention to detail to uphold the integrity of financial data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis. Lead the month-end and year-end closing procedures, verifying the accuracy of accounts and resolving discrepancies promptly. Supervise junior accounting staff, providing guidance and fostering professional development to build a high-performing team. Manage external audits, liaising with auditors to address inquiries and implement recommendations for continuous improvement. Ensure adherence to tax obligations, including the timely filing of returns and the accurate calculation of liabilities. Champion best practices in financial controls, risk management, and internal controls to mitigate potential exposures.
The primary duties and obligations encompass the following:
Facilitate and oversee the strategic collaboration between the World Food Program (WFP) and the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), allocating 30% of your efforts to this critical initiative.
Serve as the intermediary between the WFP and OCHA impact evaluation units.
Work in collaboration with OCHA and WFP Country teams, alongside other United Nations entities, to identify potential impact evaluation opportunities and assess their feasibility.
Engage consistently with the WFP Anticipatory Action team under the WFP Climate and Resilience Service to pinpoint priority countries and develop impact evaluation frameworks that support the service’s strategic objectives.
Design impact evaluation frameworks for key countries in collaboration with both local and global teams based in headquarters.
Spearhead routine interactions with stakeholders across country and regional office levels to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Craft detailed progress updates, comprehensive donor reports, board briefing notes, and compelling presentations to effectively communicate the status and impact of partnership initiatives.
Compile and document key insights, effective methodologies, and outcomes from partnerships to create a repository of valuable learning experiences and shared successes.
Assist in collaborative planning initiatives, resource mobilization strategies, and the preparation of partnership proposals.
Deliver strategic insights and actionable recommendations to enhance alignment and collaboration among implementing partners.
Coordinate joint communication materials, success narratives, and visibility assets for partnerships while maintaining alignment with REV communication guidelines to ensure consistent messaging.
Provide assistance in managing public events, field missions, and donor visits as needed.
Spearhead or provide assistance in executing impact evaluations as part of the collaborative initiative between WFP and OCHA, accounting for 70% of responsibilities.
Spearhead the execution of impact evaluations, specifically through Randomized Control Trials.
Oversee or actively participate in securing Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals through the procurement process.
Direct the creation, modification, and maintenance of household survey questionnaires, ensuring they meet data collection objectives and methodological standards.
Facilitate the procurement and contracting of data collection service providers, ensuring alignment with the requirements of impact evaluations and other monitoring and evaluation initiatives within the WFP. Coordinate and oversee data collection efforts to optimize their effectiveness for evaluation purposes and broader programmatic needs.
Conduct or assist in data analysis in alignment with established impact evaluation designs, ensuring completion within timeframes that optimize the potential for evidence utilization.
Spearhead daily collaboration with field coordinators and key stakeholders across country and regional offices.
Engage in field missions as required to facilitate the execution and oversight of impact evaluations.
Provide training and technical assistance to enumerators for data collection activities, guiding them on data quality checks and analysis to uphold the integrity and reliability of collected data.
To closely oversee the execution of the program, ensuring it adheres to the evaluation design and data collection protocols.
Co-authors briefs, reports, and other evaluation-related publications in alignment with WFP’s established reporting standards and the organization’s evaluation quality assurance systems (ERAS).
Lead or facilitate the planning and execution of dissemination workshops, and conduct field visits as necessary to assist with impact evaluation activities.
At the conclusion of the contract period, the deliverables to be provided include a fully documented project outcome, a comprehensive final report outlining key findings and recommendations, and any developed assets or materials created during the engagement. Additionally, all project data, records, and supporting documentation must be handed over in an organized and accessible format, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
We collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of the partnership work plan, aligning efforts with strategic objectives and fostering mutually beneficial outcomes. This involves maintaining open communication channels, addressing concerns promptly, and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance collaboration and drive project milestones forward.
Facilitative discussions with priority countries will be conducted to collaboratively design impact evaluations, ensuring alignment with their strategic priorities and operational contexts.
Designing and overseeing three to four impact evaluations effectively is essential to achieving meaningful results.
Clear and effective impact evaluation communications outputs encompass the development and dissemination of comprehensive reports, concise briefs, and compelling presentations designed to highlight key findings, methodologies, and actionable recommendations. These outputs ensure that stakeholders, from policymakers to practitioners, can readily understand the significance of the evaluation’s results and their implications for decision-making. The role requires proficiency in distilling complex data into accessible formats while maintaining rigorous accuracy and adherence to best practices in communication. Additionally, it demands strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to align messaging with the overarching goals of the evaluation and the needs of diverse audiences.
We seek candidates who possess the following qualifications and experience:
Education: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution, with a minimum of 3.0 GPA. Advanced degrees or certifications in relevant disciplines are highly desirable. Proficiency in [specific tools or methodologies] is required, and ongoing professional development through workshops, courses, or industry conferences is strongly encouraged.
A doctoral degree in an academic field pertinent to the position, such as economics, political science, or development studies, is required.
Experienced professionals with a proven track record in [relevant field/industry] are encouraged to apply. Candidates should possess at least [X] years of hands-on experience in [specific skills or roles], demonstrating expertise in [key areas]. Familiarity with [relevant tools, technologies, or methodologies] is essential, along with the ability to [specific soft skills, e.g., lead teams, solve complex problems]. A strong understanding of [industry standards, regulations, or best practices] is required to ensure compliance and high performance.
A minimum of six years of professional experience in delivering and ensuring the quality of impact evaluations is required, with a preference for candidates who have worked on climate or resilience-related evaluations or research.
Proven track record in conducting randomized controlled trials within challenging environments; prior experience in remote or high-risk duty stations is advantageous.
Proficiency in collaborating with United Nations entities and other multilateral organizations is required, with prior involvement in cross-agency impact assessments viewed favorably.
Required competencies include proficiency in analytical problem-solving, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in relevant software applications, strong organizational abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning. Additionally, familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards is essential. The ideal applicant will possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders and clients, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering productive relationships.
Demonstrates exceptional research capabilities with meticulous attention to detail.
Proficient in quantitative methodologies for detecting and assessing impacts, such as survey design and implicit association testing.
Skilled in operating statistical software platforms such as State, R, SPSS, and related tools is required.
Proficient in computer operations with strong aptitude in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database administration.
Demonstrated proficiency in fostering collaborative relationships across diverse teams, coupled with sensitivity to varying perspectives. Previous collaboration with government entities viewed as advantageous.
Proven capability to organize and plan complex, multipartner initiatives with meticulous attention to detail. Demonstrates strong proficiency in monitoring implementation progress and ensuring prompt, consistent follow-up actions.
In your role, you will excel at engaging a wide range of stakeholders and fostering collaborative approaches to decision-making.
Requires strong analytical capabilities to resolve operational inefficiencies and address challenges that impede workflow. Must possess the capacity to evaluate collaborative relationships, recognize opportunities for alignment, and recommend strategic improvements to enhance effectiveness.
You must possess exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication abilities, with a proven capacity to effectively connect with and engage both academic and practitioner audiences.
A highly organized and methodical individual, possessing strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach to tasks and workflows.
Languages: Fluency in English and Spanish is required, with proficiency in additional languages considered a valuable asset.
Proficient in English (C1 level) and intermediate in French (B1 level).
Qualifications
PhD/Fellowship
Experience Required
6 years
