WFP Liaison Officer

Deadline for Applications:

13 August 2024, 23:59 GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Dar es Salaam)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, color, 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 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, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you!!! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, renowned for 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.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to foster a diverse, committed, skilled, and high-performing workforce operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment. We live by WFP's values: Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. We work with partners to save and change the lives of those we serve.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website and follow us on social media: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.

WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• We offer a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs.
• A career path in WFP offers exciting opportunities to work in various country, regional, and global offices around the world.
• We offer an attractive compensation package.

Job Description

The incumbent will be WFP Liaison Officer in Zanzibar Office, reporting to the Head of Programme, with close support from the Country Office. The responsibilities include:

• Represent WFP and contribute inputs to the Zanzibar Liaison Officers (ZO) Team.
• Liaise with UN Resident Coordinator's Office (RCO) through the UN Liaison Officer based in Zanzibar.
• Represent WFP in activities relevant to the UN and WFP organized by the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar (RGoZ).
• Roll out WFP Country Strategic Plan (CSP) activities in Zanzibar.
• Provide project management support to specific and defined programs in Zanzibar.
• Liaise with Government counterparts, NGOs, CSOs, and media for effective collaboration and monitoring of ongoing WFP projects.
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• Follow data gathering and monitoring systems to ensure quality standards for WFP activities.
• Attend UN activities where WFP is invited.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports for WFP Programmes and activities.
• Support the identification, development, and management of potential partnerships for food and nutrition assistance, blue economy intervention packages.
• Support capacity building of Government staff and NGO partners in disaster preparedness and response capacities.
• Perform other activities as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Advanced Degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or related fields. OR First degree with additional years of related experience and/or trainings/courses.
• Experience: At least 6 - 8 years' experience in a similar position, with experience in implementing technical programs, designing operations, and contributing to policy discussions.

WFP Leadership Framework

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Reasonable Accommodation

WFP is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Should you need any reasonable accommodations, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org.

No Fee Disclaimer

The United Nations does not charge any fees in connection with the application or recruitment process. Be cautious of any solicitations for fees. Ensure your personal information is submitted securely.

Reminders Before You Submit Your Application:

• Ensure your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
• Upload your professional CV in English.
• Only submit your CV and Cover Letter at this stage.
• Additional documents may be requested later.
• For any challenges, contact wfprecruitment@wfp.org.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

All employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and abuse. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of specific UN oversight bodies during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.