Programme Assistant
WFP
Posted on 28 Oct
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Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The Programme Assistant will work in the WFP Palestine Gaza Area Office and will support the implementation of WFP programmatic activities. The job holder is responsible for the completion of a range of specialized and/or standardized processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines and practices. Job holder is able to recommend a course of action to staff at various levels and may provide guidance on standard practices to other staff and counterparts in their area of work. They work under minimum supervision, perform basic analyses and compile reports to support information consistency and smooth implementation of programmes/projects.
To perform specialized and/or standardized policy and programme-related processes and activities to support the effective delivery of assistance packages in Gaza.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform specialized and/or standardised processes and activities within the specific technical area of work supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
- Provide project management and/or general office support following established targets and WFP s policies and procedures.
- Within the specific area of responsibility, compile data and support analysis and preparation of reports (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) in order to support operational decision-making.
- Perform accurate, timely recording of data within the specific technical area of work (e.g. food security and vulnerability assessments) following corporate standards and guidelines.
- Work and exchange information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
- Support communication and activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions.
- Act as a point of contact for resolution of general operational queries requesting assistance where necessary.
- Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy needed resources.
- Coordinate with internal teams, cooperating partners, and commercial actors to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of programmatic objectives.
- Any other business as required.
Desired Candidate Profile
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, project management or another discipline relevant to international development/humanitarian assistance is desirable.
EXPERIENCE:
Five or more years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in working in the field of Programme implementation. Demonstrated technical knowledge in the fields of market-based intervention, private sector engagement, and related field.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision.
- Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals.
- Ability to identify data discrepancies and rectify problems requiring attention.
- Ability to offer guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff.
LANGUAGES:
Fluency (level C) in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic languages.
Company Industry
- NGO
- Social Services
- Community Services
- Non-Profit
Department / Functional Area
- Administration
Keywords
- Programme Assistant
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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.