JOB DESCRIPTION

The Job holder will operate with a high degree of independence to ensure that nutrition programmes and policy objectives are achieved in the province. They will be involved in a wide variety of nutrition programme activities and analytical work, some of which may be of a considerable complexity. At this level job holders are expected to contribute to performance improvement of their unit and partners and to liaise with the teams across provinces and with additional guidance from the WFP Country Office in Islamabad.

ABOUT JOB

Job Title: Programme Policy Officer (Nutrition)

Grade: NOB

Type of contract:Fixed Term

Duration:12 Months

Duty Station: Lahore

Date of Publication: 4 June 2025

Deadline of Application: 18 June 2025

This vacancy announcement is for Pakistani Nationals.

Note: This vacancy announcement will also be used to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities within same job profile at the current or lower level in Pakistan.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension, leave plus a medical insurance.

Important:All educational documents must be verified/attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Appointment will be subject to submission of HEC-verified degrees.

PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
To support WFP Punjab’s efforts to upscale nutrition in the province, through leading policy and programme activities and ensuring coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including Government Authorities, BISP, DoH and UN Partners.

ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead provincial office nutrition team in managing the implementation of quality nutrition programmes in all districts across the province, both for stunting prevention, maternal and adolescent nutrition, and for treatment of moderate acute malnutrition.

• Ensure smooth and continuous functioning of the office and maintain continuity in operations, decision-making, and service delivery during the temporary absence or unavailability of the Head of the Office.

• Working with the WFP Country Office team and supporting the smooth implementation of provincial programs.

• Provide technical support to nutrition projects and activities in the province, ensuring a coordinated approach with wider programmes/projects that complies with WFP standards and procedures.

Represent WFP at provincial or district level strategic consultations, contribute to discussions, exchange experiences, advocate and position WFP and identify areas of potential collaboration and partnerships wherever possible.

• Liaise with cooperating partners to monitor ongoing nutrition projects, ensuring effective collaboration, timeliness, and efficiency, and highlight potential risks to the project delivery. Also, to maintain close liaison with IRMNCH & NP, Government of Punjab, Department of Health, BISP Provincial/District offices for this work.

• Take decisions on routine administrative, financial, and operational matters, escalate critical or policy-level decisions to the appropriate authority, when needed.

• Plan, manage and lead WFP field operations within the area of assignment to ensure effective and efficient delivery of food assistance, and that daily operational issues are quickly resolved to prevent losses through the preparation of a risk management plan.

• Liaise with the Country Office and Provincial Office teams to prepare allocation plans to ensure timely preparation of agreements/ MOUs/ FLAs with all partners for quality delivery of services through transparent and competitive selection process.

• Prepare status and progress reports by providing information and background material for use in discussions and briefing sessions; Facilitate accurate and timely inputs/ reports from the cooperating partners for M&E analysis and status reports.

• Build capacity of WFP staff, partners, and provincial government to prepare for and respond to nutrition problems.

• Ensure that gender considerations are included in all plans and programmes and ensure that all partners are trained/briefed on issues around protection, accountability to affected populations and PSEA.

• Any other tasks that are required.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

Education
Advanced university degree in International Affairs, Economics, development studies, Nutrition/Health with relevant experience in the field or first level university degree with 2 years of additional related work experience.

Experience & Skills
• Five years of professional and managerial experience supporting the implementation of nutrition/health/development programs and coordinating with governmental stakeholders, preferably within international organizations and/or UN System. Experience working in Punjab province is considered an asset.

• Experience and knowledge of provincial government structure, functions and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
• Leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Good analytical, negotiation, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Willingness to travel and work under difficult conditions.

Language
•Fluency in English and Urdu language and any additional local language

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements