Programme Policy Officer NO-B (Emergency Response, EPR and Access) Nay Pyi Taw

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

1 June 2025-23:59-GMT+06:30 Myanmar Time (Yangon)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

THE ROLE

To provide support to policy and programme activities that delivery of programme objectives and organizational priorities.

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

• Under the direct supervision of Head of Emergency Response, CBT and IDM and overall supervision by the Head of Programme, the incumbent will perform the following duties.  

   

  • Responsible for overall programme management of emergency response, emergency preparedness and access activities - plan and design the programme activities, including planning outputs and resource requirements, together with relevant partners and beneficiaries, integrating cross-cutting themes such as PGAAP, M&E, CBT and IDM. 

  • Manage the emergency response budget, verify the budget plan and expenses under the activity, monitor expenditures against outputs as the programme progresses.  

  • Coordinate with the other operations support units (Budget and Programming, CP Management / Field Support and Supply Chain) to track resource availability for implementation of emergency response activities. 

  • Engage in resource mobilization efforts for emergency response activities and coordinate with PCR unit for fundraising, reporting; (e.g. preparing proposals, raising funds, developing advocacy package) 

  • Provide programme technical guidance and build capacities of WFP and Cooperating Partners’ staff on emergency programming, emergency preparedness and access. 

  • Lead country office strategic discussions on integrating emergency response and emergency preparedness activities into partnership approaches with key donors/partners. 

  • Support the design and roll-out of innovative approaches to improve effectiveness of emergency response, considering a resource constrained environment.  

  • Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reporting on programmes and activities that enable informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders. 

  • Carry out the field visits to monitor emergency response programme outputs and outcomes to ensure that progress is made in the achievement of strategic outcomes.  

  • Lead emergency response efforts, coordinating with local authorities and partners, conducting rapid assessments, and managing delivery and distribution.  

  • Develop and manage partnerships with external partners including UN agencies, de facto authorities (where appropriate) and cooperating partners to effectively advance emergency response and emergency preparedness activities. 

  • Lead the recruitment and development of individuals to the Emergency Response, EPR and Access programme teams, developing and maintaining a network of relevant experts at both Country Office and Field Offices. Manage the performance of the emergency response, emergency preparedness and access teams.  

  • Develop and regularly update SOPs and technical guidelines for natural disaster responses, ensuring they are easily accessible to all team members.  

  • Represent WFP in strategically relevant internal and external forum (such as the Humanitarian Access working group, the Disaster Risk Reduction working group, Anticipatory Action Technical Core Group) contributing to discussions and decisions.  

  • Implement workshops and training on humanitarian access and frontline negotiation. Monitor and report on access issues in operational areas.  

  • Perform other related duties as required.  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Advanced University Degree in international relations, political or economic science, business administration, or other relevant academic areas. 

Technical skills: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.  

Desired experience for entry into the role: 

• At least three years of postgraduate professional experience in programme implementation and project management. Experience in humanitarian or development settings is an asset, including designing, implementing and managing humanitarian activities, institutional partnerships, and relationships with key local stakeholders. 

Language: Fluency in both oral and written English and Myanmar. 

Critical Success Factors:  Strong project management expertise; leadership and team management experience; Sound judgment, critical reflection skills, resourcefulness, and initiative; strong networking and management of diverse stakeholders; Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Ability to work with minimum of supervision; to supervise and train support staff; and be willing to travel and to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Job Title: Programme Policy Officer (Emergency Response, EPR and Access)
Grade: NO-B
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Number of Post: 1
Duration: 12 months
Duty Station: Nay Pyi Taw
Date of Publication: 16 May 2025
Deadline of Application: 1 June 2025

This vacancy announcement is open for Myanmar nationals only.

Female applicants and qualified applicants from minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension and leave plus medical insurance.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

 

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

 

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

 

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.