DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

22 September 2024-23:59-GMT-05:00 Eastern Standard Time (Panama)

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 ROLE

The World Food Programme (WFP) Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (RBP) provides strategic guidance, technical support, and direction for its regional operations. This position sits within the Programme Unit and provides technical guidance and operational support to the Country Offices on programmatic, technical and business processes, and risks related to Cooperating Partner management. WFP’s commitment to the Grand Bargain (specifically the Localization stream) focuses on being a better strategic and operational partner, and the Regional Bureau plays a crucial role in facilitating these changes at the Country Office level.

Under the supervision of the Programme Policy Officer covering this portfolio, the incumbent will be responsible for the following areas and in coordination with other RBP units.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Country Offices (COs) with technical and operational guidance on implementing the WFP NGO Corporate Guidance, including Call for Proposals, selection process, partner induction, and partner evaluations.
• Support COs in developing key documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Cooperating Partner Committee ToRs, and checklists that support an effective CP management function.
• Provide guidance on Field Level Agreement (FLA) management, including budget negotiations, data entry, distribution reports and invoice management.
• Provide guidance on how to manage government partnerships, liaising closely with legal and NGO units.
• Support COs in addressing oversight and audit recommendations related to CP management.
• Provide training/webinars/information sessions to CO staff as required and equip them to deliver training to their CPs.
• Support the establishment of structures needed for the roll-out of corporate digital initiatives, including but not limited to the UN Partner Portal and Partner Connect.
• Contribute to RB Programme oversight, including reviewing, adjusting and documenting the approach, in close coordination with the Risk Management Officer.
• Under the guidance of RB Programme advisors for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Climate and School Health & Nutrition, examine opportunities and support collaboration with partners at the regional level in a select number of priority areas.
• Document CP management lessons learned and best practices in the region.
• Any other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education

Advanced University degree relevant to international development assistance, or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.

Experience

– At least one (1) year of postgraduate professional experience. Preferable with 3+ years of relevant professional experience in establishing partnerships and overseeing budgets, preferably in government institutions, with a UN agency or NGO in the region.

– Previous experience in project management

– Good understanding of the regional context

Knowledge & Skills:

• Project Management and Contract Management.
• Excellent communication (written/oral/presentation) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates high moral integrity and proven capacity to take initiative, show discretion and autonomy.
• Strong planning and time management, with a structured results-oriented approach and quality monitoring and reporting
• Client-focused and able to build strong relationships to improve processes and support the strengthening of CO CP Management function.
• Knowledge of the UN system or NGO space is an asset.

Languages

Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Number of openings: 1

Based in: Panama City, Panama

Type of Contract: Fixed Term Level: National Officer / NOA

Duration: 12 months.

This position is open only to Panamanian citizens.

You can consult the UN Salary Scale for Panama webpage for your reference UN – Salary Scale. Fixed-Term appointments are for a continuous period of one year or more and shall have a specified expiration date. The initial appointment is subject to a probationary period of one year. Successful candidates will be placed in a roster for two (2) years.

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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 wfprecruitment@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.