Programme Assistant - Field Operations

WFP

The Programme Assistant (Field Operations) will be responsible to support programme operations throughout the Gaza strip. The incumbent will be working closely with a small team to ensure field level implementation across several different intervention types and modalities and in daily coordination with cooperating partners and other WFP teams in the Gaza operation.

JOB PURPOSE

The post holder will be responsible for real-time oversight of programme implementation, supporting planning, adaptation, and learning including the review and use of qualitative and quantitative data for operational improvement. They will be responsible for ensuring that implementation of activities is taking place as planned and in line with WFP standards. They will support coordination with cooperating partners and ensure a seamless flow of information between them and the WFP team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• Contribute towards the development and accompany implementation of a wide variety of projects, ensuring WFP objectives are reached;
• Maintain good working relationships and coordination with cooperating partners (CP) to facilitate implementation of programmes;
• Coordinate internally to understand the different programmes status and define monitoring priorities;
• Conduct systematic supervision visits to programme sites to assess adherence to protocols/take corrective measures if needed, and identify/address challenges faced to ensure smooth running of activities;
• Coordinate with CP to ensure their stock reports are up to date, their targets are met, and their reporting obligations are fulfilled.
• Support in compiling and maintaining accurate information on the programme status (e.g. food resource needs/utilization/dispatches, CP geographical coverage, contact list etc ).
• Receive and address M&E/CFM recommendations directly with CP to ensure WFP standards are constantly upheld;
• Work and exchange information with other units internally, and externally with all relevant counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation, and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
• Other duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in International Affairs, Law, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Policy and/or Management or another discipline relevant to international development/humanitarian assistance is desirable.

Language: Fluency (level C) in both in Arabic and professional proficiency (level B) in English.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

• At least 4 or more years of experience working in the field of Programme implementation and management.
• Good understanding of the programme design and capacity to contribute to the achievement of its defined objectives.
• Strong working experience with cooperating partners and ability to coordinate activities with multiple actors
• Good Working experience at the community level and strong field exposure.
• Good writing skills and elementary data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of the context and cultural considerations.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Strong organizational skills, time-management, and ability to carry out multiple tasks successfully.
• Solid-interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate easily with technical teams (e.g. Supply Chain, Nutrition, Monitoring & Evaluation, etc.).
• Ability to contribute to the implementation of programmes.
• Good knowledge and practical experience in data record keeping, reporting, and data analysis.