International Consultant - OIM & Performance Reporting Officer

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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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: The post is based in Afghanistan Country Office, and the incumbent is part of the Partnerships, Communications and Reproting team, reporting to the Head of Partnerships, Communications and Reporting. The incumbent is required to carry out well-defined activities and straight forward analytical work and research, operate with a high degree of independence, and is likely involved in activities and analytical work of a high complexity.

JOB PURPOSE: The job holder is expected to support all Operational Information Management and Performance Reporting (OIM & PR) activities and contribute to the establishment and presentation of the standard operating picture of WFP programme portfolio and associated results that facilitate informed and timely decision-making at all levels throughout the organisation.

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

• Support staff in assigned area to ensure that standard OIM & PR procedures and templates are followed to drive the quality, consistency and standardisation of information management and performance reporting across the country office.
• Collate relevant information and data from media and local internal and external sources to facilitate and maximize the exchange of information and data flow between functional area networks, to provide operational awareness and understanding of events that may have humanitarian and/or operational impact.
• Collate and assist in the dissemination of political and humanitarian analysis pertaining to WFP current or future responses and donor policies, trends and preferences to ensure country specific input to WFP’s operational reporting.
• Collate, analyse and communicate of the ‘Essential Elements of Information’, pertaining to the operational environment and available human, financial and physical assets in order to facilitate access to timely and accurate information used at country and corporate level.
• Support the preparation of Annual Corporate Report (ACR) for the Annual Reporting Exercise in collaboration with the country office programme, monitoring & evaluation, logistics and resource management functions by coordinating to ensure coherence and quality of performance information.
• Collaborate with counterparts internally and with other UN agencies to ensure consistency in humanitarian information and to complement WFP analysis and information
• Guide and supervise more junior staff as required, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with more complex analysis and queries.
• Collaborate with counterparts internally to ensure consistency in humanitarian information and to complement WFP analysis and information.
• Support the enhancement of the capacity of WFP staff and partners to effectively manage operational information and performance reporting, for example through scheduling the delivery of the OIM & PR training on core competencies.
• Support in preparing, organising and providing secretarial support to Operational Task Forces (OTFs).
• Support the initiatives for developing improved, streamlined, and harmonized OIM & PR including drafting of OIM & PR related normative guidance, as required.
• Support the assurance of defined quality standards in all processes and products.
• Other as required.

DESIRED/REQUIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Excellent writing skills; strong skills in drafting documents for internal and external communications, outlining and structuring documents, revising and editing, with strong English writing skills.
• Communication skills; communicates verbally and non-verbally clearly and effectively, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately, clearly articulates requests’, tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.
• Has developed powerful narratives by using data analysis visualization to enable action-oriented discussions with partners.
• Demonstrate strong skills in developing healthy working relationships, and diplomatic approach – cross-functional unit.
• Has good understanding of knowledge of information management best practices,
• techniques and processes.
• Has supported creation of external communication and briefing materials

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:  Advanced University degree in Political Science, Economics, Statistics, Information Management or Journalism, Business Management, Social Sciences or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Experience: Typically, three years or more of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field of work, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Specialised knowledge of information management best practices, techniques and processes with some understanding of the basic theoretical background.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including substantive analysis and report writing skills.
• Able to supervise and support more junior and/or less experienced members of the team.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly assimilate, UN/WFP specific processes and systems.

Languages: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English. Fluency in another UN language is a plus.

TYPE OF CONTRACT: International Consultant I

UNIT/DIVISION: Partnerships, Communications and Reporting Unit

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Kabul, Afghanistan

DURATION: 11 months

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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

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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.