Programme Assistant - Nutrition (Service Contract)

This recruitment process is targeting Egyptain Nationals only



STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS



Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in public health, nutrition, political sciences, gender studies, development, education or relevant fields is desirable .   Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.



ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

These jobs are found in Regional Bureaux (RBs), Country Offices (COs), Area/Field Offices (AOs/FOs). The job holders typically report to a Programme Policy Officer or the designate.

At this level, job holders are responsible for the completion of a range of specialized and/or standardized processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines and practices. Job holders are able to recommend a course of action to staff at various levels and may allocate tasks to other support staff. They work under minimum supervision, perform basic analyses and compile reports to support information consistency and smooth implementation of programmes/projects.



JOB PURPOSE



To perform specialized and/or standardized policy and programme-related processes and activities to support the effective delivery of assistance packages.  



KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Assist in development and implementation of nutrition projects and activities, plans and processes, ensuring alignment with wider nutrition policies and guidance. 2. Provide project assistance to the nutrition team and to defined nutrition sensitive projects and activities ensuring a co-ordinated approach with wider programmes/projects that comply with WFP standards and procedures. 3. Assist in compiling data gathering and support analysis and monitoring/assessment systems ensuring that rigorous quality standards are maintained. 4. Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reporting on nutrition activities that enables informed decision making and consistency of information presented by the nutrition unit. 5. Work and liaise with implementing partners to support effective implementation and monitoring of projects, ensuring effective collaboration, timeliness and efficiency. 6. Support in formulating official letters, MoUs partnership negotiations to ensure a collaborative and holistic approach to meeting nutrition needs.



OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job.





DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

 

Experience and exposure to implementation of national/international development programmes. Experience working in public health/food security/ nutrition related activities. Experience in assistance in identifying and defining nutrition issues/problems within a country.   Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.

Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of WFP.

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Treats all people fairly without favoritism.



Functional Competencies



Strong skills in drafting, writing, and editing. Knowledge of key nutritional issues in the Egyptian context. Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies.  Management and Leadership

Reports directly to the nutrition unit head. Demonstrates excellent judgment, particularly with regard to being able to prioritize according to importance and urgency. Highly organized, with particular ability in devising systems to ensure follow up. Enjoys multi-tasking and assisting several projects at one time. Ability to work as a positive and valued member of task teams and demonstrates conflict resolution skills. Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors.

Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.Displays High level of discretion.   TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Deadline for submitting online application is on the 13th of August 2017