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JOB RELATED KEY INFORMATION:
Job Title: (Re-ad)Programme Policy Officer (CSP/UN coordination)
Grade: SC10
Type of contract: Service Contract
Duration: 12 months
Duty Station: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Date of Publication: 20 February 2024
Deadline of Application: 04 March 2024
This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi national.
Terms and Conditions:
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension, leave plus a medical insurance.
JOB PURPOSE
Support the Deputy Country Director in issues related to the implementation of the Country Strategic Plan (CSP) by acting as an advocate and maintaining liaison with relevant stakeholders.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director, the Programme Policy Officer (CSP/UN coordination) will be responsible for the following duties:
•Localize the WFP CSP within the Country Office (CO) and with UN, NGO, governmental, and other partners. Identify key stakeholders to facilitate full CSP implementation.
•Identify strategic linkages between the WFP CSP and GOB priorities and develop roadmap for stakeholder engagement.
•Identify strategic opportunities for WFP positioning within the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSCDF); coordinate participation in related groups and inputs in related reports.
•Act as CO focal person for Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) support to the Government of Bangladesh. Support the development of partnerships and joint events with member states, civil society, and intergovernmental organizations to advocate for the SDGs and Zero Hunger on the global agenda and advance WFP priorities and objectives, based on a basic understanding of member states’ dynamics and interests.
•Oversee and approve the collation, drafting, and dissemination of political and humanitarian analysis pertaining to WFP current or future responses and donor policies, trends, and preferences to ensure country specific input to WFP’s operational reporting. Use data to propose options to managers to expand support from existing partners and to scope new partners, guided by programmatic assessment and context-specific analysis, with the aim to enhance the impact of WFP’s work and diversify the resource base.
•Solicit inputs from other functional entities, Regional Bureau and COs on WFP’s programmatic offering that can gain traction with individual partner audiences; Conduct analysis and draft quality briefs in support of outreach opportunities.
•Support Programme Units with Partnership Engagement strategies and quality control of related outputs.
•Any other duties as required.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Advanced University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Communications, or other relevant field.
WORK EXPERIENCE: 8 years where 5 years of relevant professional work experience in partnership roles.
LANGUAGE: Fluency (level C) in English language.
OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Has a basic understanding of government and corporate strategies and priorities and experience in developing multi-stakeholder partnerships.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze and interpret information and draw out key messages.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, able to clearly articulate insights to stakeholders in WFP. Has explored new partnership opportunities, provided inputs into developing solutions with prospective partners, and explored new areas to scale up existing activities.
- Has designed and managed all resource mobilization processes and resource strategies, negotiated contract terms, and provided resourcing advice to seniors.
- Has gained experience in using technology and digital tools for data collection, analysis, and shared data-based insights to add value to all partnerships.
- Has supported the creation of external communications and briefing materials.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
Request for Disability related Reasonable Accommodations:
It is important to WFP to create an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection and hiring process, please direct your request and inquiries to the Diversity and Inclusion team on: global.inclusion@wfp.org, cc’ing coxsbazar.hr@wfp.org. A member of the reasonable accommodation team will contact you to confidentially discuss your needs.
This email is only to be used for any disability related accessibility requirements, and not for sending the application itself. Due to volume of applications, any applications or CVs sent through this email address will not be considered as a formal application and will not receive a reply from WFP.
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, 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
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. The country strategic plan is aligned with the United Nations sustainable development cooperation framework for Bangladesh for 2022‒2026 and the eighth five-year plan (covering the period July 2020‒June 2025) of the Government of Bangladesh. It is informed by the recommendations of an independent evaluation of the country strategic plan for 2017–2021 and consultation with key stakeholders. It will contribute to Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 17 through four strategic outcomes.
All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of behaviour aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK, namely:
- Leading by example with integrity,
- Driving results and delivering on commitments,
- Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork,
- Applying strategic thinking,
- Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships.
