JOB DESCRIPTION

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSABILITIES :

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Field Office, and the general supervision of the Head of Programme the Programme Policy Officer will be responsible for the following:

Manage and lead WFP Programme and activities within the area of assignment to ensure timely and effective deployment of food assistance programmes. Hold accountability for the deployment of CO Programme initiatives, policies and strategies.
Collaborate with governments and other partners in identifying where food assistance can be usefully deployed at the local level and provide support and technical expertise for the planning, formulation, and implementation of food assistance programmes, including advice on the context-specific transfer modalities (food, cash or vouchers).
Develop and coordinate data gathering and monitoring systems and conduct timely monitoring and evaluation activities.
Forge and nurture external partnerships to improve assistance packages and support complementary strategies; identify potential areas for collaborative approaches and initiatives.
Develop and sustain liaison with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, UN agencies, donors, civil society, beneficiaries and other partners and media engaged in the field of food security.
Manage the Sub Office in the absence of the Head of Sub Office.
Other as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF CONTRACT :

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

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education :

Advanced University degree in Economics, International Development, Social Sciences or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Experience:

Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
Experience in field operations, preferably in a hardship duty station or emergency.

Languages: Fluency (level C) in French (as CAR is a French working environment) and intermediate in English is required

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements