WFP : Programme Policy Officer, Data Analyst – Abidjan
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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:1 month ago
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Category:Programme and Project Management, Research and Data
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Deadline:22/11/2025
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
5 December 2024-23:59-GMT Greenwich Mean Time (Abidjan)
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.
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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).
JOB TITLE:
Programme Policy Officer, Data Analyst
TYPE OF CONTRACT:
Service Contract (SC9)
UNIT/DIVISION:
VAM/M&E
DUTY STATION (City, Country):
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
DURATION:
6 months, renewable
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping (VAM) and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Unit of WFP Côte d’Ivoire is responsible for collecting, analysing and managing data and information on the food security and nutrition situation and the implementation of WFP Côte d’Ivoire’s programmes, as well as to measure progress towards WFP’s objectives. VAM/M&E plays a key role in informing evidence-based decision making on programme implementation and design. To strengthen the existing team, WFP Côte d’Ivoire is looking to hire a Data Analyst to support WFP and partner’s collection, management, analysis and use of food security data and evidence.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Data Analyst will be a technical member of the VAM/M&E Unit in Côte d’Ivoire Country Office (CO). Working under the supervision of the Head of the VAM/M&E Unit (international consultant) he/she will be responsible for ensuring the management of data generated by the VAM/M&E Unit and ensure its timely availability and accessibility in adherence to WFP formats and standards. Specific key accountabilities include:
Develop a robust and user-friendly interface for managing and reporting relevant information from survey micro-data and other sources of data collection.
Support the development of systems and tools for the monitoring and assessment of food assistance needs in line with innovative methodologies and best practice.
Contribute to regular analysis and communications of results including publications, reports and factsheets produced by the VAM/M&E Unit.
Support the VAM/M&E Unit in rationalising existing data storage systems into a limited number of user-friendly databases, avoiding duplication with corporate VAM databases and ensuring the possibility to export them into different file formats for analysis.
Support colleagues in visualising, analysing and interpreting data on food security and WFP’s interventions.
Support the annual review and reporting processes (Annual Performance Planning and Review exercices, Annual Country Reports, Donor reports, Situation reports, etc.)
Participate in the roll-out of digitalised tools and processes for the collection of monitoring data through WFP Sub-Offices (SOs) and partners.
Strengthen the capacity of WFP staff at CO and SO level, as well as of partners and national counterparts on automatized data management and visualisation systems.
Other duties as required.
DELIVERABLES:
Data generated by Côte d’Ivoire VAM/M&E Unit is centralised and easily accessible through user-friendly interfaces enabling export into various formats for data analysis.
Data visualisation tools are generated and maintained to facilitate access to data and information on the food security and nutrition situation as well as WFP’s interventions in Côte d’Ivoire.
Annual Performance exercises and reporting are conducted as per corporate calendar.
The capacity of WFP staff and partners on data management and visualisation is strengthened.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
University degree in Economics, Food Security, Statistics, Data Science, Public Health/Nutrition, Geography or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
Experience:
A minimum Five (05) years of experience possibly in data management, processing, and analysis activities
Knowledge & Skills:
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of several statistical tools and methods for food security analysis.
- Developed practical expertise in food security analysis and mapping by participating in multiple assessments in countries, including the design, data collection and analysis.
- Proficiency with data visualisation tools Tableau / Shiny / Java.
- Knowledge of GIS software (ARC GIS, Q GIS etc.) is an asset;
- Fluent in French and English
- Ability to work independently but interacting with a large team.
Language:
Strong written and oral English and French.
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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.
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
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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
- 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 (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.
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree .o
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements
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