Program Associate (Protection and Gender) G6 At World Food Programme

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Program 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.

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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).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the humanitarian organization that saves and changes lives, providing food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience.

For its efforts to combat hunger, its contribution to improving peace conditions in conflict-affected areas and acting as a driving force in efforts to prevent the use of hunger as a weapon of war and conflict, WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.

WFP has been present in Ecuador since 1964, as an innovative partner that supports government policies to promote food and nutritional security, gender equality and food sovereignty, directing its actions to support the most vulnerable populations.

WFP’s Country Strategic Plan 2023-2027 focuses on ensuring access to food before, during and immediately after emergencies, disasters and protracted crises; ending malnutrition, especially chronic child malnutrition; achieving food security and advancing towards the consolidation of sustainable, equitable and inclusive food systems, while improving resilience to the effects of climate change; and providing services that support the operations of government institutions and humanitarian partners (More information at https://es.wfp.org/paises/ecuador ).

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Under the supervision of the Head of the Programme Unit, the selected individual will work in the area of ​​Protection and Gender, as a Programme Associate. The individual will provide effective specialist support and conduct technical analysis on policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (indicative and non-exhaustive list)

1. Provide technical support and assistance in the development and implementation of various processes and activities within its specific area of ​​activity, supporting alignment with broader programme policies and guidelines.

2. Provide specialized project management support to specific programmes to ensure that the various activities are carried out taking into account established goals and applying WFP policies and procedures.

3. Within the specific area of ​​responsibility, prepare a range of reports and data analyses (e.g. on food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme progress or outputs) and highlight trends and problem areas, ensuring that measurable results adhere to organizational standards and pass quality control.

4. Carry out (or ensure that) thorough and timely data recording is carried out within the relevant technical area of ​​activity (e.g. assistance programmes or food security and vulnerability analysis), ensuring consistency of information presented to stakeholders.

5. Maintain contact with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities.

6. Coordinate and communicate with partners, agencies, NGOs and public institutions at the local level to conduct thorough analyses of the food security situation and ensure efficient delivery of food assistance.

7. Provide support to strengthen the capacity of WFP staff, cooperating partners and the national Government in the specific technical area concerned.

8. Serve as a point of contact for the resolution of a wide range of operational queries and problems within a given technical area of ​​responsibility.

9. Supervise and/or review the work of other support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to help achieve objectives in accordance with agreed standards and timelines.

10. Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure that WFP is able to respond quickly and deploy necessary resources to affected areas at the onset of a crisis.

MINIMUM STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education: Completion of secondary education. Post-secondary education certificate in the corresponding field of operation.

Experience: Six or more years of progressive professional experience related to the functional scope of the position.

Languages: Fluent in Spanish. Intermediate in English.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE TO PERFORM THIS FUNCTION

. Having worked with technical teams (e.g. nutrition, vulnerability analysis and mapping (VAM), etc.).

. Having contributed to the implementation of programs.

. Having attended various policy debates as an observer, or having helped with their organisation.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Position: Program Associate (Protection and Gender).

Unit: Programs.

Contract Type: Fixed Term G6.

Place of Work: Quito, Ecuador.

Contract Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension.

The position is open to Ecuadorian citizens and foreigners with a work permit in Ecuador.

The World Food Programme is committed to equal opportunities and achieving diversity in its workforce in terms of gender, ethnicity and culture. We value inclusion and encourage women, people from minority groups and people with disabilities to be part of our organization.

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Reasonable accommodation

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates from 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.

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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
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• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
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• 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.