Monitoring Assistant SC
World Food Programme
Località del lavoro
Chimoio
Dettagli del lavoro
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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance. Female qualified applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
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ABOUT WFP
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.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
These jobs are found primarily in WFP Field based Offices, and job holders typically report to Programme Policy Officer or Programme Associate. The reporting lines may change depending on the size of the office.
At this level work is carried out under minimum supervision. Job holders are expected to produce organised and accurate technical work and reports. They may provide guidance on standard practices to other staff and counterparts in their area of work.
JOB PURPOSE
Monitor and Support in the implementation of all Climate Change Adoptive Food Systems activities (SO3) in the assigned district (s) in the Manica province with a focus on efficient production systems, post-harvest loss management, innovative market linkages, access to affordable financial services, integrated climate reduction management, and support to community and medium scale food processors and aggregators.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: First degree in Agricultural sciences, Agricultural economics, Agribusiness, Development studies or other related fields. A master's degree in any of the above fields is an added advantage.
Experience: In-depth technical knowledge on sustainable food systems, e-commerce/commodity exchange platforms, youth in agriculture, agriculture and nutrition value chain, programme co-ordination and projects implementation. A minimum of 1 year of post-graduate professional progressive experience managing programmes related to sustainable food systems, Integrated Climate Reduction Management programmes, Climate Financing, agriculture and nutrition value chains or other related fields.
Language: Fluency in English and Portuguese language is essential. Knowledge of local languages spoken in the Manica (Sena and Ndau) will be an advantage.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Demonstrate responsibility, proactiveness and initiative to respond and/or act independently to various queries under minimal supervision and general guidance. Ability to think on the spot and use judgment in dealing with unforeseen operational problems daily.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Under the overall supervision of the National Programme Policy officer (SO3 - Manica province) with the technical supervision HOSO - will be expected to perform the following duties:
1. Monitor and provide guidance to the 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.
2. Function as WFP district focal point in meetings with local authorities, partners, and communities.
3. Support capacity strengthening of Small Holder Farmers (SHF), Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), aggregators, and other rural actors to participate in structured markets; and promote market linkages through other platforms and other end buyers.
4. Assist in ensuring active participation of smallholder farmers including women and youths in organized value chains and structured markets to facilitate job creation for the youths.
5. 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.
6. Liaise with cooperating partners and internal counterparts to gather feedback and comments to support programme reviews and improve services.
7. Receive, collate, and, if necessary, follow-up on comments and feedback from cooperating partners, and beneficiaries, to support identifying programmatic issues with a view to fostering efficient operations.
8. Submit Monthly Work Plans to supervisor as well as a monthly review on completion of this work plan.
9. Submit a Monthly Reports of monitoring activities to supervisor and present this report during Monthly Monitoring Meeting.
10. Provide regular updates on ongoing activities
11. Submit Incident Reports to supervisor as required.
12. During emergencies, follow set emergency response processes and procedures for providing emergency food assistance.
13. Perform other relevant duties as required.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK - OUR BEHAVIOUR MATTERS
- Leads by Example with Integrity Lives WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others.
- Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change.
- Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth.
- Applies Strategic Thinking Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things.
- Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships Builds and nurtures external partnerships & collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives.
FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
Capability Name Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level
Strategic Management Displays basic understanding of WFP's policies and strategies to perform monitoring and/or evaluation activities and their inter-relationship.
Performance Management Applies knowledge of WFP's performance management system to manage resources and relationships to undertake monitoring actions or deliver straightforward evaluations of operations, programmes, or processes to WFP monitoring and/or evaluation quality standards.
Qualitative/Quantitative Methodology Understand and applies an appropriate mix of established methods and data collection tools to monitoring, reviews or straightforward evaluations, in line with WFP's strategic and operational results frameworks (metrics), WFP guidance and technical standards.
Data Analytics and Visualization Collects and summarizes programme data, including information on shipments, distribution site logistics, the status of personas in need, and beneficiaries planned and reached for all programme assistance modalities and activities.
Programme Monitoring and Review Gathers, organizes, and provides data on programme outputs, processes, and outcomes, including distribution plans and the status, quantity, and quality of food and cash distributed and technical assistance provided.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This position is open to Mozambican Nationals Only
Type of contract: Service Contract, Level 4
Duty Station: Chimoio - Manica
Duration: 12 months Renewable
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
24th October 2022
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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
