Recruitment of a programme policy officer – NOB (102132) – Meiganga, cameroun
Job purpose :
Reporting to the Head of Field Office – Ngaoundere and within the overall supervision of the Deputy Country Director, the Head of WFP antenna in Meiganga will plan and manage field operations in the Adamaoua region and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of food assistance programmes and use of allocated resources. Within delegated authority, in collaboration with the other WFP units and WFP Country Office, national and international NGOs, Government counterparts, and other key stakeholders, the incumbent will support the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WFP Food Security and Nutrition programme activities in the field office.
Key accountabilities (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority) :
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Field office in Ngaoundere and the overall supervision of the Deputy Country Director, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties :
Programme design and planning :
- Plan WFP’s food security response in the Adamaoua region ensuring a coordinated approach with wider programmes and country office strategies and plans ;
- Coordinate the implementation of the Country Strategic Plan in the Adamaoua region though solid and effective partnership ;
- Plan and manage WFP field operations within the area of assignment to ensure effective and efficient delivery of food assistance including using cash (CBT) and that daily operational issues are timely resolved to prevent losses or delays.
Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results :
- Effectively manage the Field Office to ensure the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team ;
- Implement the field office monitoring and evaluation plan to ensure WFP’s effectiveness of all food assistance interventions (e.g. beneficiary needs and status, food security status, programme modalities, implementation challenges, etc.) ;
- Ensure that allocated resources are used efficiently and are in line with agreed plans, and any deviations are reported to the Country Office ;
- Conduct timely monitoring and evaluation of activities and prepare accurate and comprehensive reports on WFP’s operations and performance with regular and timely submission for Country Office review to inform efficient operational planning and decisions ;
- Advice and support the development of functional training in areas of expertise to enhance the capacity of WFP staff and partner to design and deliver effective food assistance programmes ;
- Hold accountability for the security of WFP staff, operations, premises and assets in the Sub-Office to ensure that WFP security and safety standards are locally set and followed. Actively participate and contribute to the Area Security Management Team (ASMT) ;
- Implement all recommended internal controls measures ensuring extensive and frequent presence at project areas, distribution sites and health centers.
Networking and partnership building :
- Build partnerships to improve assistance packages, develop and sustain liaison with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, UN agencies, civil societies, beneficiaries and other partners and media engaged in the field of food security ;
- Build effective and collaborative relations with the local authorities and contribute to the expertise sharing and capacity building for effective preparedness and response to food assistance needs.
- Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries ;
- Coach junior staff ;
- Perform any other related duty as may be required by WFP Management.
Educational Requirements :
Advanced university degree (Master II or DESS/DEA) in Agriculture, Economics, Rural Development, Food security, Project Management, Nutrition, Agriculture, Economics, Development Economics, International Development or First University Degree with 7 years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.
Essential Experience :
- At least Five years of professional experience in food security and nutrition programmes management, monitoring & evaluation, program analysis and monitoring, or Programme Coordination in a humanitarian/ development context with UN Agencies, NGO, government or private sector ;
- Experience managing staff and evaluating their performance ;
- The incumbent will have direct knowledge and experience of refugee emergency operations including programming and management aspects and working and coordinating complex projects with different entities and government authorities.
Working Languages :
Fluency (Level C) in both English and French Language
Critical success Factors :
- Ability to travel frequently and to work in difficult environments ;
- Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, plan and manage programmes, leadership and teamwork abilities, good analytical, negotiation, communication and advocacy skills ;
- Ability to engage effectively with a wide range of actors including those in the international humanitarian community and governments ;
- Excellent analytical skills ;
- Ability to work in a team, and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds ;
- Good understanding of the theory and application of food security and safety net programmes ;
- Good computer knowledge and skills ;
- Proactive attitude towards partnership ;
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and simultaneously manage multiple tasks in an autonomous manner ;
- Ability to handle any other additional tasks as requested by his supervisor ;
- Ability to develop and implement appropriate internal control tools to address fraud and abuse.
Female Candidates are encouraged to apply
