Recrutement de 01 Programme Policy Officer

Localité : Chine / Pékin
Domaine : Gestion d'entreprise
Niveau : BAC + 2
Entreprise recruteur : World Food Programme

Recrutement de 01 Programme Policy Officer
remote type
Fully Present
locations
Pékin, Chine
time type
Full time
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job requisition id
JR104870
DATE LIMITE DE CANDIDATURE

3 October 2024-23:59-UTC+08:00 heure normale de Taipei (Taipei)
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.


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.

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).



Job Title: Programme Policy Officer (Temporary)
Grade: SC9 (equivalent to NOB)
Type of contract: Service Contract
Duration: 6 months
Duty Station: Beijing, China
Vacancy Number: 1
Under the direct supervision of the Director of WFP China Office, the incumbent will be the Chief of Capacity and Knowledge Unit which is focuses on capacity building and knowledge sharing initiatives, including through South-South Cooperation framework.

The incumbent will lead WFP China’s efforts in mainstreaming capacity building and knowledge sharing activities by closely coordinating with activity managers from all functional units in WFP China Office, as well as internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent will contribute to the strategic positioning of WFP China Office as Centre of Excellence, leveraging and enhancing the experience and effectiveness of knowledge sharing and technology transfer at policy, technical and community levels. The incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties.

1. Lead and formulate high-level approaches and guidance for Knowledge Sharing Platform and Cloud School, in line within the framework of the approved UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and the WFP's Strategic Plan.

2. Oversee and lead the development of Technical Training Activities for WFP China interventions, with a focus on agricultural and rural development, food security, nutrition improvement, and poverty reduction, ensuring high impact activities are delivered in accordance with strategic objectives.

3. Lead the design, development, and implementation of Capacity Building Strategy, Framework, and Actions. Promote the advancement of capacity development initiatives and priorities to support building the capabilities of WFP staff and counterparts.

4. Oversee the establishment of Knowledge Sharing Networks, Communities of Practices, and Strategic Working Groups to ensure peer support, knowledge transfer, and critical alignment. Develop and maintain internal and external strategic partnerships to identify opportunities for collaborative approaches and acquire critical new knowledge.

5. Develop, maintain, and coordinate Operational Partnerships with other UN humanitarian agencies, NGO partners, and relevant stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaborative approaches and initiatives.

6. Provide project management support to specific and defined programmes and projects of considerable size/complexity, ensuring a coordinated approach with wider programmes that complies with WFP standards and procedures.

7. Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reporting on programmes and activities that enable informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.

8. Identify a range of financing opportunities and contribute to the development of concept notes and proposals for capacity building and knowledge sharing initiatives.

9. Document and share best practices to support the advocacy and replication. This includes developing clear information products, showcasing WFP and partner work, and adopting various communication formats to target different audiences with these products.

10. Research and analyse a range of policy and operational issues to inform the development of policies, programmes and activities.

11. Guide and supervise junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.

12. Other as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance, or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Eight years of progressively responsible work in the relative business stream (food security, agricultural and/or rural sector). Previous work experience in the UN/international organizations/NGOs will be considered an advantage.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

Has deepened technical knowledge through exposure to technical teams.
Has taken leadership of implementing programmes.
Has provided input into policy discussions and decisions.
LANGUAGE

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Chinese. Excellent English writing skills required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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


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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time


Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

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.

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