Programme Associate (Resilience and Food Systems) SC6

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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).

The Role: This position is located in WFP Jalalabad Area Offices. Job holders work under the direct supervision of the Head of Area Office (or Programme Policy Officer) with a technical reporting line to the Country Office VAME team. The Resilience and Food Systems (RFS) Unit plays a critical role in enhancing climate-adaptive food security and livelihood interventions in Afghanistan. To ensure efficient programme implementation, knowledge management, and coordination, this position will support key operational aspects of data management, programme tracking, financial monitoring, and reporting. 

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive): 

• Ensure efficient documentation and knowledge management by maintaining organized records, databases, and key programme information. 

•  Support systematic data management and reporting to enhance programme visibility and institutional learning. 

• Monitor programme funding, track expenditures, and ensure resources are utilized effectively in line with donor and programme priorities.  

• Support budget analysis, grant management, and coordination with relevant teams to strengthen budget oversight and accountability. 

• Facilitate Resilience programme planning by collecting and consolidating operational updates, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.  

• Support the review and refinement of implementation plans to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Support mission planning and coordination by gathering inputs from field teams, maintaining an updated mission schedule, and ensuring timely communication of mission plans.  

• Coordinate the collection, validation, and consolidation of programme updates for periodic reporting. Ensure timely and accurate submission of key reports, including operational progress, funding updates, and thematic achievements. 

• Support knowledge-sharing initiatives, learning events, and awareness activities to enhance programme impact and engagement. 

• Support other areas within Resilience team as required.  

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Education: 

• Completion of secondary school. Having advanced university degree in Agriculture, Economics, Social Sciences, development economics, or related fields or having First University Degree would be considered an additional advantage.

Experience: 

• A minimum of six years of relevant experience

Language:

• Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and local languages (Pashto/Dari).

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Experience in programme tracking, financial monitoring, or knowledge management within humanitarian or development settings. 

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data management, use of computer applications and reporting. 

• Experience working with WFP operational systems, such as SharePoint, PR/PO tracking, and Programme Planning tools (desirable). 

• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills 

•  Have proficient knowledge of WFP Programme cycle.  
• Strong analytical skills. 
• Strong teamwork and coordination capacities. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. 

• Good writing and presentation skills.  

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

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:  [email protected]

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

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• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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.