Programme Policy Officer (Cash Based Transfer), NOA – Mogadishu At World Food Programme

What will you do?

• In collaboration with the PPO DAS, AO Programme team and internal teams, liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders, cooperating partners, to research, design, and implement cash and voucher-based programs, including operational arrangements.
• Supervise day-to-day management and implementation of the programme including operational issues, awareness raising on program objectives and assistance transfers procedures, interaction with programme stakeholders (such as WFP partners, Government departments and internally) and coordination with on-going programmes, including training and support to WFP staff in good practice guidelines.
• Ensure the programme remains compliant with all WFP policies and procedures,
• In cooperation with stakeholders, recommend ways to refine the programme and thereby improve the service offered to beneficiaries and facilitate implementation by WFP,
• Ensure coordination of field level monitoring of implementation including outputs and outcomes.
• Complete all internal reporting and contribute to external reporting obligations (including daily reports, updates, sit-reps, monthly reviews, donor reports etc)
• Identify lessons learnt and best practices established for use in further WFP cash & food programme interventions.
• Any additional activity that might be necessary and requested by your supervisor and/or the Area Office management.

Do you meet the minimum requirements?

Education: An advanced University degree in economics, Information technology, business administration, accounting or statistics and data management or any other relevant field.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant Professional experience managing humanitarian projects encompassing data analysis, research, and program implementation, with a specialized focus on Cash-Based Transfer (CBT) methodologies, including mobile money and voucher systems.

Language:International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language communication. Proficiency in Somali would be an advantage but not a requirement.

Are you competent for this job? Do you have: –

• Proficient in data analytics and database management, with a proven track record of utilizing data effectively.
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing digital humanitarian assistance tools to support program objectives effectively. Strong expertise in Cash-Based Transfer (CBT) methodologies, including mobile money and voucher systems.
• Excellent skills in reporting and financial reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, etc)
• Training and Capacity Strengthening skills.