IT Solutions Developer (Digital & Data Services) NO-C | Port-au-Prince | Haiti – Re-advertised At World Food Programme

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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.

Are you a Digital and Data Services Expert interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organization investing in its people?

If so, this opportunity is for you!

Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied national projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives in Haiti.

We are looking for candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. We select our candidates on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

JOB TITLE:

IT Solutions Developer (Digital & Data Services)

TYPE OF CONTRACT:

Fixed Term

GRADE:

NO-C

DUTY STATION (City, Country):

Port-au-Prince, Haiti

DURATION:

12 months (renewable)

NUMBER OF POSITION:

One (1)

TYPE OF VACANCY:

Internal & External

This vacancy announcement is for Haitian nationals only.

ABOUT WFP :

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT :

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.

What is in for you?

➡️ WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment.

➡️ WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of trainings, 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 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.

➡️ WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, the United Nations Pension Plan, and a medical insurance.

Join us to make a difference in WFP Haiti! Watch this video to know more about us!!

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

How can you make a difference?

Under the responsibility of the Head of TEC, you will partner with the business to understand their needs and requirements to enable the transformation into digital solutions. You will provide standardized documentation as required, including documentation for day-to-day activities, new projects and ongoing implementations.

1. Have 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.
2. Ensure the Country Office 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.
3. Engage with the business counterparts to understand their needs and translate into clear requirements that can be met through innovative digital solutions.
4. Provide strategic and operational oversight for digital solutions (including data and monitoring solutions) within the operation.
5. Collaborate with Programme and other key stakeholders on the development and maintenance of a CO strategy and roadmap for relevant implementations of digital solutions.
6. Ensure that all activities comply to WFP standards and existing policies.
7. Liaise with external stakeholders, providers, suppliers for IT activities, budgets, and costs.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Engage with key stakeholders to support the assessment and planning of Country Office DAS strategies, aligning to Regional and Global strategies.
12. Any other IT task that may be needed to support the Haiti office.

WFP Leadership Framework :

These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Leads by Example with Integrity

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

Applies Strategic Thinking

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others

Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change

Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth

Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyze options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things

Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

To join us in saving lives, changing lives, you will have for…

Education:

University degree in Computer Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics/Physics, or related fields.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in providing digital services.
• Good general IT skills and a deep understanding of IT Security.
• Experience in DAS, CBT, SCOPE and similar digital projects.
• Experience in IT Operations environments, preferably in large international humanitarian organizations.
• Experience of IT automation platforms and tools is desirable.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment, and good customer service orientation.
• Familiarity with WFP IT standards and policies would be an asset.
• Some field experience in hardship duty stations would be an asset.
• Project management and coordination.
• Solid understanding of modern coding languages (Python) and cloud based services (AWS).
• Willingness to learn and develop skills in new technologies and methodologies.
• Able to work under pressure, encouraging the rest of the team to do the same.

Languages:

Fluency (level C) in both oral and written communication in French and English.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS :

01/04/2024

How do you apply…

To be considered, you are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). CV and cover letter must be submitted in English or French.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the next steps of our recruitment process.

We also encourage you to create your candidate profile and set up WFP job alerts to learn more about all the opportunities available to join us and make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

Kindly note the only documents you 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.

For candidates who experience problems accessing WFP E-recruitment platform and need accommodations in applying, please contact wfprecruitment@wfp.org mentioning the VA number in the subject line.

WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment.

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.