Programme Policy Officer (Digital Transformation) – Accra
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Location:
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Salary:negotiable / YEAR
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Job type:FULL_TIME
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Posted:2 hours ago
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Category:Information and Communication Technology, Project Management
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Deadline:21/10/2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
21 October 202423:59GMT Greenwich Mean Time (Accr
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 Inclusioand 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 announcemen.
BACKGROUNDANDPURPOSEOFTHEASSIGNMENT:
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. Every day, 9’FP works norldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most
v ulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious f00d they need.
9’FP is wortting ivitii the Oovernment ot Ghana to accelerate the attainment its ›’vision of selfreliance beyond aid, articulated in the Ghana Beyond Aid (GBand the Ghana CO’ID19 Alleviation and Revitalization of Enterprises Support (Ghana CAREObaatanpa Programme. Through the Country Stratégie Plan (2019 to 21123), WFP is supporting national development i*ith an integratcd food systems and nutrition programme wfiicE hînges on private sector participation in the prevention of malnutrition, transformation of agricultural value chaÎE6, strengthening of social protection programmes and strengthening early ivarning, disaster preparedness and response systems.
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To further harness its collaboration with the Government of Ghana, the World Food Programme is preparing the second edition of its multiyear Country Stratégie Plan (2GCSfrom 2024 to Ilnder the direct supervision of the Head of Research, Assessment and Monitoring, and in chose coordination with Programme and Information Technology tJnits, tire incombent will provide support to the conceptualization, desip• n, deployment and monitoring of digital solutions including a Digital Loyalty Platform, as part of broader digital transformation framework of Ghana, geared towards promoting dcmand and supply for healthy diets and sustainable food systems.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct research on nez’ technologies and digital solutions, manage their design, development, deployment and monitoring, aligned with business needs ensuring compliance v+’ith WFP IT policies and procedures.
Provide technical leadership to develop and manage a Digital Transformation Strategy for the CSP including a novel “Digital Loyalty Platform”, in line with Ghana’s Digital Transformation Agenda, and in close liasion with internal and external stakeholders (government, development partners, CSOs, private sector etc.).
Communicate business objectives, requirements and process flows, to ensure common understanding and prioritization between staiieholders for their smooth implementation.
Assist in the preparation of proposals, request for proposals (RFP, strategic agreements, joint strafegies and/or ñIOIIs, taking into account corporate norms, processes and external regulations.
Test and perforill irldepth analysis on digital solutions to ensure they address business objectives, needs, requirements, process flows, and intended results, efficiently and effectively.
Produce detailed functional specifications for digital solution development and write and review documentation appropriate to the System Development Life t?ycle for quality, accuracy and coverage of functionality.
Liaise with relevant stake holders, including application development and technical teams, to conceptualize and/or improve existing or develop new digital solutions through clear enhancement and implementation roadmaps, sh0Wcasing opportunities and features to maximize systems usability and efficiency.
Provide technical expertise on digital solutions development, functionality, performance, aesthetics, resilience and reuse, to strengthen the capacity of the digital solutions development team. Manage test scenarios and test cases, review unit testing for quality, accuracy and comprehensive coverage of both functionality and requirements.
Continuously improve processes and procedures of Business Relationship Management, Business Analysis and Project Management functions. Manage estimates, business cases, planning, and risk identification and mitigation, to ensure the deliver’ of digital solutions in agreed time, bUdget, 8c0 8 and quality. Support with advocacy efforts at different levels to raise awareness on digital solutions and deliver trainings to internal and external stakeholders on digital solutions, including the Digital
Other duties as required.
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.
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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 applicabl.
- 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 global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
- 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 (ACAB, International Civil Service Commission (ICS, FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIand 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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