DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

11 November 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Niamey)

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, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme 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.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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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).

The Energy access officer will operationally support WFP programmes in Niger by providing key technical expertise in the design and implementation of activities to promote cooking and productive uses of energy. S/he will collaborate closely with the Emergencies, School Feeding, Nutrition, Rural Development units. S/he will focus on key components of the pilot phase, including supporting the technical implementation, and monitoring performance against energy outcomes.

This position is based in Niamey and will report to the Head of Resilience and Capacity Strengthening.

BACKGROUND

In Niger, only 30 percent of households have electricity access, with significant disparities between urban and rural areas. Electricity supply remains unstable and insufficient, and although modern renewables are expanding, the country remains highly dependent on external sources to respond to its electricity needs. Access to energy and infrastructure is very limited at each step of the agri-food system for the approximately 80 percent of Nigerien households growing crops. Firewood is used as the main cooking fuel for 88 percent of people in rural areas, which is used mainly on three-stone fires and traditional stoves, while clean cooking is restricted to 2 per cent of the population.

Lack or insufficient access to clean and reliable energy sources in the agriculture and livestock sectors limits the ability of local farmers and agri-enterprises to raise productivity, cut losses, and increase the value added of their produce. Insufficient access to clean cooking fuel and appliances can lead to risk of respiratory disease from smoke when cooking with traditional fuels and stoves, and other cerebrovascular and heart diseases, burns and physical injuries from wood collection. The negative impacts on nutrition include the choice of wrong dietary choices and cooking practices.

WFP vision for energy is promoted through its Energy for Food Security (E4FS) programme which aims contribute to high-performing, zero hunger food systems powered by sustainable energy services with reduced environmental footprint. WFP aims to enable beneficiaries in Niger to access affordable, safe, adequate, reliable and accessible energy that meet their food security, nutrition and human capital needs whilst preserving natural resources. The programme seeks to respond to the immediate and long-term energy needs of refugees, internally displaced populations and host communities through clean energy and appropriate technologies for cooking and productive uses.

The Energy access officer will operationally support WFP programmes in Niger by providing key technical expertise in the design and implementation of activities to promote cooking and productive uses of energy. S/he will collaborate closely with the Emergencies, School Feeding, Nutrition, Rural Development units. S/he will focus on key components of the pilot phase, including supporting the technical implementation, and monitoring performance against energy outcomes.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Positioned within the Programme’s Resilience and Capacity Strengthening unit, and reporting to the Head of Resilience and Capacity Strengthening, the incumbent will be expected to take on the following responsibilities :

• Oversee the implementation of cooking and productive use of energy interventions in the field.

• Develop integrated approaches and mainstream energy into WFP through synergies and collaboration with other teams and units (School Feeding, Emergencies, Gender, Rural Development, Nutrition).

• Facilitate or undertake assessments, feasibility studies and reviews.

• Refine corporate and project Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and reporting tools, and provide guidance on external technical support as needed. Support the preparation of proposals and other fundraising materials, including liaison with donor relations staff as needed.

• Help to identify funding opportunities for scaling up energy activities that have been piloted, and to pilot new ones;

• Represent WFP and nurture partnerships with the Government of Niger and other UN agencies, and liaise with other external actors at the regional and country level on energy-related priorities.

• Build the capacity and internal processes at the country level for energy programming activities.

• Increase the knowledge of WFP staff of the body of knowledge on WFP energy activities in Niger CO and its link to food security.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Demonstrated exposure to Sahel and/or Niger energy policies, regulations and markets;

• Demonstrated experience of working with at least one major energy sector in public or private sector roles;

• Demonstrated experience of working with energy access in the field;

• Demonstrated experience with community engagement and accountability, and inclusive energy access;

• Exposure to working with renewable energy technology, and other energy-related systems (e.g. cooking, lighting, solar PV, etc.); 

• Experience in the planning, design, budgeting, and management of clean energy systems, and other energy-related systems; 

• Have a good understanding of energy standards (quality, safety, efficiency, etc.) for solar systems, and other clean energy technologies/systems;

• Familiarity with renewable energy business development is an asset;

• Familiarity with UN organisational structure is an asset.

Education:

• Advanced university degree in energy engineering, renewable energy, energy and environment or related area with 3 years’ experience OR 5 years’ experience with a first degree in the fields

Language:

• International Professional: Fluency (level C) in French language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of English.

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

• Ability to plan and organise work programme autonomously with minimum supervision.

• Excellent cognitive/analytical skills with ability to analyse complex problems and propose workable and practical solutions.

• Capacity to conceptualise issues, think in abstract terms and analyse numerical data.

• WFP offers equal opportunities to all

  WFP is committed to promoting a work culture in which every employee understands and is able to carry out their work responsibilities and maintain the dignity of their co-workers. WFP offers career opportunities for its employees and supports them in their professional development with training and continuous learning actions.

  WFP is also committed to creating and maintaining a harmonious climate in the workplace, based on mutual respect and understanding, free of discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority and respectful of diversity. WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages qualified women and men from all religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. WFP has a zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate based on the status of HIV / AIDS.

  Finally, WFP seeks to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment and is confident that its mission to fight global hunger can only be achieved if women, men, girls and boys equal opportunity for access to resources and services and participation in decision-making roles

  Contract Duration: 1 year (Renewable)

  Remuneration: The gross salary for this grade varies from 25.303.000 fcfa to 31.897.000 fcfa per annum in addition to which you will be granted an allowance for spouse and dependent children under certain conditions.

  Eligibility: This vacancy is open to candidates of Nigerien nationality.

  Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

  WFP is an employer of choice for women. We value your contributions and are sensitive to your needs. That is why:

   “We work to ensure that you have a work/life balance”

  • 6 months maternity leave with full pay.
  • breastfeeding breaks of up to 2 hours per day and rooms for nursing mothers.
  • Flexible working hours (due to illness of children, spouse, etc.) including telecommuting if necessary.

  • “We encourage and work to develop your career” through:

  • opportunities for growth and development of leadership capabilities.
  • training opportunities, capacity building to boost their career.

  DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

  Closing date of application:  November 12th 2024

  Applications should be sent only on-line through WFP recruitment website.

  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  If you do not hear from us within 2 months, please consider your application unsuccessful.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

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

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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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

• Kindly note the only documents you will 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

• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• 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.