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.

Are you a Programme Policy Officer interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organisation investing in its people?

If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications must be submitted by Thursday, October 12, 2023 (11:59 PM CET).

WHO WE ARE

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.

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 US?

•  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 trainings, 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 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 attractive compensation package (please refer to Terms and Conditions section)

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The Haiti Country Office, operating under an ongoing emergency situation, has declared a Corporate Scale-up Emergency that has recently transitioned to Corporate Attention. In response to the heightened food insecurity and increased internal displacements caused by high insecurity, the office remains highly active in its operations. Within this challenging context, the Haiti Country Office is deeply committed to safeguarding the well-being of all affected populations, with an emphasis on ensuring protection and security for the vulnerable sections.

In line with WFP’s Gender Policy (2022), the office also seeks to achieve equitable access to food security and nutrition, tackle the root causes of gender inequalities, and empower women and girls. They are steadfast in their efforts to create a safe and inclusive environment, fostering zero tolerance towards any form of violence, harassment, or discrimination.

To realize these objectives, the recruitment of a dedicated P3 Programme Policy Officer is of paramount importance. This officer will be instrumental in formulating and executing strategies, policies, and initiatives aimed at ensuring the protection and meaningful access to essential services for those affected. Collaborating closely with government entities, local stakeholders, and partners, the officer will strengthen coordination efforts and integrate protection considerations across the organization’s interventions.

JOB PURPOSE

The Haiti Country Office is currently looking for a highly skilled and experienced P3 Programme Policy Officer who will play a crucial role in addressing the critical issues of Protection, Gender, and Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP). This position has been created as part of an Organization Alignment process, designed to streamline operations, and enhance efficiency.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

The Programme Policy Officer will operate under the direct supervision and guidance of the Country Director in the Haiti Country Office and will be expected to assume the responsibilities as listed:

•  Undertake protection analyses of issues that are impacting WFP beneficiaries and their communities and the linkages to food security and food assistance.
•  Advise WFP and partners on the integration of protection in food assistance programmes.
•  Integrate protection considerations relevant for food security and food assistance into WFP’s tools and processes.
•  Complaints and feedback mechanism and reporting system for protection
•  Safe delivery of assistance
•  Contribute to the revision and potential development of corporate guidance and materials on Gender, Protection and AAP, and ensure harmonization with other corporate guidance
•  Contribute to the development of guidance on Gender in the corporate Country Strategic Plan (CSP) guidance and other relevant corporate tools
•  Contribute to develop guidance and tools that can provide correct understanding and guidance to the Country Office on how to prevent and mitigate GBV concerns in the programme
•  Ensure adequate inclusion of GBV in any gender capacity needs assessments and development plans for WFP employees.
•  Develop or provide inputs in Gender Equality Office documents, reports, briefs, talking points, presentations and similar on Protection, Gender, and AAP may be required.
•  Staff training and capacity-building.
•  Inter-agency coordination and representation

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

•  Master’s degree in Gender Studies, International Development, Social Work, Social Sciences or related fields and/or First University Degree with additional years (2 years) of related work experience and/or training/courses.

EXPERIENCE:

•  Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
•  Experience designing, implementing and/or monitoring GBV prevention and mitigation interventions an asset.
•  Experience in assessing capacity development needs and developing learning initiatives, including blended online-in-person training, ideally with a focus on Protection.
•  Previous experience working in an international organization and/or UN organization/WFP is considered an asset.

LANGUAGE:

•  Fluency (level C) in English language
•  Fluency (level C) in French language

MORE ABOUT YOU

•  Ability to work independently, in a timely and organized manner.
•  Willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.
•  Ability to work in a team and multi-task as needed.
•  Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in multicultural settings that involve diverse stakeholders.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Leads by Example with Integrity

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

Applies Strategic Thinking

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others

Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change

Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth

Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things

Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

•  This is an International Professional position and candidates must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
•  Mobility is and continues to be, a core contractual requirement in WFP. The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed term as well as a rotational contract with a probationary period of one year.
•  WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.
•  The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Port-au-Prince, Haiti to take up this assignment.

REMNDERS 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
•  Please contact us at wfprecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
•  Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

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.