DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

19 December 2024-23:59-GMT-05:00 Eastern Time (Port-au-Prince)

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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
Under the direct supervision of the Head of TEC, the Digital and Data services Lead will be responsible for coordinating the development, deployment and implementation of innovative digital solutions (both existing and new) that can support WFP’s operations in Haiti. Some of these digital solutions are provided as Digital Assistance Services (DAS) that are focused particularly on beneficiary services, Cash Based Transfers (CBT) and other directly related activities and capabilities, namely SCOPE.
Under the responsibility of the Head of TEC, the incumbent will partner with the business to understand their needs and requirements to enable the transformation into digital solutions. (S)He will provide standardized documentation as required, including documentation for day-to-day activities, new projects and ongoing implementations.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Has overall responsibility for the technical element of DAS programmes, including planning and design activities for technical capability deployment, implementation, management of technical operations and engagement with key business stakeholders.
• Ensure the CO has the right tools and capabilities to undertake activities around data, including collection, cleansing and analytics. This should be achieved through engagement with the business as well as leveraging FTS. The Lead should be the focal point for data related projects supported by Regional and Global teams.
• Engage with the business counterparts to understand their needs and translate into clear requirements that can be met through innovative digital solutions.
• Provide strategic and operational oversight for digital solutions (including data and monitoring solutions) within the operation.
• Collaborate with Programme and other key stakeholders on the development and maintenance of a CO strategy and roadmap for relevant implementations of digital solutions.
• Ensure that all activities comply to WFP standards and existing policies.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, providers, suppliers for IT activities, budgets, and costs.
• In collaboration with Regional Social Safety Net Officer/relevant colleagues provide advice related to social protection and safety net infrastructure for governments as it relates to capacity strengthening.
• Support CO engagement with other UN agencies and with NGOs interested in benefitting from WFP’s digital assistance services through assessments, intervention design, project support and service delivery coordination.
• Undertake analysis for the business case for commercial service providers to expand the provision of services to WFP recipients across the country, in collaboration with key team members.
• Engage with key stakeholders to support the assessment and planning of CO DAS strategies, aligning to Regional and Global strategies.
• Any other IT task that may be needed to support the Haiti office.

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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

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements